Early Warning Signs Plan
Spot early signs of relapse and agree what to do.
1-page fillable PDF · US Letter (prints on A4) · Psychosis & Early Intervention
- Approach / concern
- Psychosis & Early Intervention
- Technique
- Psychosis & Early Intervention
- Format
- Fillable PDF, 1 page (US Letter / A4)
- Access
- Pro and Advanced plans (3-day free trial)
- For
- Licensed clinicians to use with clients
- Updated
- November 2026
Key facts
What is Early Warning Signs Plan?
Spot early signs of relapse and agree what to do. Complete with your care team and someone you trust. Early action can prevent a crisis.
When to use it
- Psychoeducation after a first episode
- Relapse prevention with a care team
- Supporting families alongside psychiatric care
How to use it in session
- Explain the purpose and check that the client wants to do this.
- Complete the table: stage, signs i or others notice, what i and others will do.
- Who to contact (names and numbers).
- What helps me, and what does not.
- Treatment preferences if I become unwell.
- Agree one small next step.
Clinician tips
- Use alongside psychiatric care, not instead of it.
- Assess risk, including command hallucinations, at every contact.
- Involve family and supporters with the client’s consent.
Sharing with clients
Members can download the PDF to print or email, or copy a private client link from the download box. Your client opens the link and downloads the worksheet on any device. No client account is needed, and nothing your client writes is stored on TherapyAid.
This worksheet is an educational tool for use by, or under the guidance of, a licensed or registered mental-health professional. It is not a diagnostic instrument or a substitute for clinical judgement. If a client is in crisis in Canada, call or text 9-8-8 or call 9-1-1.
