MST-UK & Ireland

Multisystemic Therapy UK and Ireland supports families and practitioners working to help children and young people remain safely at home and within their communities. The organisation provides information about Multisystemic Therapy (MST), an intervention for young people and their families, and MST for Child Abuse and Neglect (MST-CAN), an intensive, trauma-informed service for families where children may be at risk because of physical abuse or neglect.

MST teams operate across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, and the website helps families and professionals find local services. It also shares family stories and feedback, alongside research, outcomes and information about the approach’s theory of change, principles and cost effectiveness. For practitioners and service partners, MST UK and Ireland offers training and resources, and provides information about careers, current vacancies and MST teams. The organisation highlights evidence and evaluation of MST, including reported long-term positive effects on child outcomes. Its resources are intended to help families, young people and professionals understand the services available and how support may contribute to safer homes and stronger family relationships.