Multisystemic
Therapy
What is
MST therapy?
Is a family and community focused approach designed to keep youth safely at home.
What is
the goal of MST?
To empower caregivers with the skills needed to address the challenges of raising youth with difficult behaviors.
How does
MST therapy work?
MST therapists work directly in the home, school, and community, and are available 24/7 to provide caregivers with the tools they need to help their children for a period of 3-5 months.
Who is
MST therapy for?
MST is for youth ages 11–17 who are experiencing significant behavioral challenges such as aggression, defiance, school difficulties, or involvement with the juvenile justice system.
More importantly, this service is for
families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what to do next—and are ready
for real support that goes beyond
traditional therapy.
MST Qualifications
Youth May Exhibit the Following Behaviors & Conducts
*Please note that MST is only covered by Medicaid
Physical/Verbal Aggression
Substance Abuse
Running Away
Negative Family
Conflict
Negative Peer
Involvement
One or More Arrests
Academic Issues
The Referral Process:
* If youth does not meet the criteria, DulceSalado will strive to provide services if
available or will work with the referrer in identifying potential resources in the community.
for the family.
01
Fill the form in the button below.
02
An MST supervisor reviews referrals sent to DulceSalado within
24 hours.
03
If youth meets criteria, a MST supervisor assigns a MST therapist to the family.
04
The MST supervisor updates
the referral source on start
time and case suitability.
One conversation could change everything.