Multisystemic Therapy (MST) — Texas 7th Judicial Region

Evidence-based, family-centered diversion for serious offending—configured for rural West Texas youth at risk of TJJD commitment.

Program Snapshot

Domain: Juvenile justice — diversion (serious offending)
Target: Rural West Texas youth at risk of state commitment
Coverage: 7th Judicial Region (county collaboration)
Model: Multisystemic Therapy (home- and community-based, time-limited)

Referral Pathway

Juvenile court/probation identifies eligible youth → MST intake & caregiver engagement → treatment plan with frequent in-home sessions → coordination with school and community supports.

Eligibility

Adjudicated or high risk for commitment; serious/chronic behavior
Caregiver participation feasible; clinician safety criteria met
Screened by risk/needs tool; mental health triage for co-occurring needs

Process Notes

24/7 therapist availability; low caseload; fidelity monitoring
Strong coordination with probation and school re-engagement
Step-down planning and short aftercare check-ins

Outcome Metrics (Stub)

Initiation, completion, and caregiver engagement
Complaint/violation recurrence at 90/180/365 days
Attendance/credit recovery; MH/SUD service completion when referred