Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)

The State of Connecticut is seeking proposals for Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT), a treatment approach aimed at eliminating substance use, crime, and delinquency in adolescents, while improving mental health, school, and family functioning. The therapy focuses on enhancing the adolescent's coping, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, as well as family functioning. The proposal should include a detailed plan for implementing MDFT, including staffing, training, and evaluation. Key aspects of the proposal include: • Community and social services • Substance use treatment • Mental health services • Family therapy • Adolescent development The estimated total for this project is $9,800,000.