Multisystemic Therapy (MST)
Helping youth stay at home, in school, and out of trouble.
What is MST?
Multisystemic Therapy (MST) is an evidence-based intervention for youth ages 12-17 who are at high risk of out-of-home placement due to:
- Mental health concerns
- Juvenile justice involvement
- Substance use
- Other serious behavioral challenges
MST is an intensive, family-and community-based treatment model that helps teens remain safely at home while addressing the core causes of problematic behavior.
How MST supports your family
- In-Home Therapy
- Tailored treatment delivered directly in your home to address your family's specific needs and dynamics.
- 24/7 Support
- Therapists are on call anytime to provide guidance and help manage crises as they arise.
- Empowered Caregivers
- Parents and caregivers receive practical tools, coaching, and supports to increase confidence and promote positive change.
- Community Collaboration
- Therapists coordinate with schools, courts, and service providers to strengthen support networks and advocate alongside you.
- Results That Matter
- Focused on measureable improvements-reducing risky behaviors, improving relationships, strengthening family functioning, and keeping youth safely at home.
What MST Families Experience
MST is more than just therapy - its a collaborative journey built on respect, trust and empowerment. Together, we strengthen relationships, build lasting skills, and help youth stay safety at home and out of the justice system.
Families in MST experience:
- Respect for Caregiver Expertise
- Your voice matters - you're the expect on your child and family.
- Support that keeps youth at home
- We focus on sustainable strategies that help youth remain safely in their natural environments.
- Skill-Building for Lasting Change
- Parents and caregivers develop tools and strategies for long-term success and independence from formal systems.
- Collaboration with Community Systems
- Therapists actively advocate for your family across schools, courts, and community services to ensure comprehensive care.
- Measurable, Lasting Outcomes
- We prioritize outcomes that matter - improved behavior, stronger families, and safer communities. Our goal is long-term success, not short-term fixes.
Proven Results
Extensive research consistently shows that MST:
- Reduces criminal activity and arrests among youth
- Lowers rates of substance use and other high-risk behaviors
- Decreases out-of-home placements and juvenile incareration
- Generates significant cost savings for families, public systems, and communities
MST helps youth stay at home, stay in school, and stay out of trouble - creating safer communities and more hopeful futures.