Multidimensional Family Therapy

What We Do

A family-focused treatment that transforms young lives and sets the course for a better future, Lincoln Families’ MDFT provides short-term intensive therapy for youth struggling with mental health and substance use issues. Our highly trained staff utilize a collaborative, comprehensive approach emphasizing compassion and respect. Services include:

Youth Therapy - Providing individual therapy to improve self-awareness and confidence, set goals, build communication and social skills, and reduce substance use and problem behaviors;

Caregiver Supports - Working with caregivers to regain parental influence within their family;

Family Coaching - Coaching and modeling to improve family problem-solving and increase feelings of love and connection;

System Navigation - Improving access to community systems such as school and probation to decrease barriers to treatment.

Our Why

Youth with substance use issues are at a higher risk for mental health problems, including depressions, behavioral issues, and suicide. It affects their physical and emotional health, development, and academic success, and the relationships they have with family and friends. From alcohol and marijuana to vaping and opioids, adolescent addiction rates are growing at an alarming rate. Many youth and families are referred to us after being unsuccessful in other programs. The evidence-based practices of the MDFT model combined with Lincoln’s unique team approach is a critical intervention for many.

Outcomes

100% of youth remained living at home and not in placement with no new open child welfare cases

91% of youth abstained from hard substance use

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