Multisystemic Therapy for Youth (MST)

Multisystemic Therapy for Youth (MST) is an intensive, family-focused treatment program designed to address serious behavioral issues in adolescents, such as aggression, delinquency, or substance abuse. It involves a therapist working closely with the young person and their family in their natural environment—home, school, and community—to understand and address the factors influencing the youth's behavior. MST aims to improve family relationships, develop better problem-solving skills, and strengthen support systems, ultimately helping the youth thrive socially, emotionally, and legally. The approach is evidence-based, emphasizing personalized, context-specific interventions to promote lasting positive change.