Multisystemic Therapy for Youth with Problem Sexual Behaviors (MST-PSB) is a clinical adaptation of Multisystemic Therapy (MST) that has been specifically designed and developed to treat youth (and their families) for problematic sexual behavior. Building upon the the research and evidence-based foundation of standard MST, the MST-PSB model represents a state-of-the-art, evidence-based practice uniquely developed to address the multiple determinants underlying problematic juvenile sexual behavior. The MST-PSB therapist and the parent/caregiver work together to determine the best ways to help each unique family.
MST-PSB has successfully demonstrated:
- Reduced rates of out-of-home placements for adolescents exhibiting problematic sexual behavior
- Decreased involvement in the court system
- Extensive improvements in client and family functioning including better communication, boundaries, and interpersonal relationships
- Increased motivation toward achieving life goals and academic or vocational success
- Decreased problem sexual behavior and mental health problems for identified youth
- Increased cohesiveness between the family and greater ecology such as schools and community organizations
Program Contact:
Diane Thompson, MA
DianeThompson@nafi.com
49-51 Wethersfield Ave.
Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: 860.560.0558
Fax: 860.560.0769
Program Information:
- Program Type: In-Home Service
- Service Types: Mental Health, Behavioral Health
- Gender: Male and Female
- Ages: 10-18 years old
Locations Served:
Norwich, Willimantic, Middletown, and Manchester
Referring Agencies:
- Department of Children and Families (DCF)
- Probation & Parole Services
- School Personnel
- Parent/Caregiver
- Community Providers or Behavioral Health Professionals