NAVIGATE Treatment Program
For People Going Through a First Episode of Psychosis - In Partnership With University of Minnesota Physicians
What is Psychosis
Symptoms of psychosis can make it hard to know what is real and what is not, people can hear or see things that aren’t there (hallucinations), believe things that aren’t true (delusions), or have trouble thinking clearly and speaking clearly (disorganized speech). These symptoms can make it hard to complete day-to-day activities such as going to work or school or wanting to be around family and friends.
Why Choose Our NAVIGATE Team
People who receive early support during a first episode of psychosis often experience stronger long-term wellness, greater independence and improved quality of life. The CentraCare – St. Cloud Hospital NAVIGATE Program, in partnership with University of Minnesota Physicians, is backed by research. Its goal is to help people to recover from symptoms of psychosis so they can continue to live a fulfilling and productive life. Our team also helps family members understand what their loved one is experiencing and learn to better support their loved one’s path to recovery.
Goals of the Program
Short-term Goals:
- Work with you to feel better faster
- Talk about what’s going on so it makes more sense
- Make it easier to deal with stress at school, work or home
- Support your goals so you can get back to things that matter to you—like school, work and friends
Long-term Goals:
- Work toward fewer future episodes by learning what supports your wellness
- Provide tools so you can build a life that feels good and do things that matter to you
Length of the Program:
Contact Us
If you feel the NAVIGATE Program would be helpful to you or your loved one, please reach out to our referral team at 320-229-5112. Our team can help set up an appointment or offer more information.
Location of Treatment:
Who Does This Program Help:
- People who are 15-40 years of age
- Experiencing symptoms of psychosis for the first time possibly due to a schizophrenia spectrum disorder
- Interested/willing to participate
Conditions Treated:
- Schizophreniform
- Schizophrenia
- Schizoaffective disorder, depressed type
- Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- Unspecified psychosis, aka unspecified schizophrenia spectrum and psychotic disorders
Conditions Also Treated When Present With Psychosis:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Substance abuse
If You Have Been Diagnosed With the Following, We Can Instead Give You Other Helpful Resources If You Reach Out
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Schizotypal Personality Disorder
- Lower cognitive functioning (IQ 70 or lower)
The NAVIGATE Team
- Family Clinician: Helps families understand what their loved one is experiencing and how to help them. We discuss topics including facts about psychosis and medication, coping with stress, relapse prevention planning, self-care, and effective communication.
- Individual Resiliency Trainer: Helps the person experiencing psychosis learn to cope with symptoms and stress using proven effective skills.
- Prescriber: Uses medication to help reduce symptoms and prevent relapse. Our prescribers use a shared decision-making approach when considering prescription medications.
- Case Management: Helps find community resources to address living needs like housing, insurance, and food.
- Supported Employment and Education: Helps individuals find, maintain or resume work and school activities.
- Peer Support
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