EPUT: At Risk Mental State Service (ARMS - South West)
We are a mental health service offering support to people aged 14 to 35 who may be struggling with experiences like having unusual thoughts, feeling paranoid or hearing voices. We work with anyone who is registered with a GP in south west Essex.
Many people who have distressing unusual experiences find this can start to get in the way of education, employment or socialising. This early period is called an ‘At-Risk Mental State’. Getting support at this point can prevent a person from going on to develop a more serious mental health problem.
Our aim is to prevent people from needing more intensive support in the future.
Every person that we support is at the centre of all that we do and we try to understand what has led to the thoughts, feelings and behaviours being expressed.
Find out more and make a referral HERE
Who can use this service?
Anyone in Basildon, Brentood, Wickford and Thurrock who is aged 14-35, registered with a GP in those areas.
How are services delivered?
If our service is for you, you will be invited to an assessment in a location close to home. The assessment may take place over more than one session. This is to make sure you have enough time to explain what has been happening.
epunft.msearms@nhs.net
01375 809700
Pride House, Christy Close,
Laindon
SS15 6EA
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
