Transforming Young Lives Through Family-Centered Care

MDFT International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that strengthens community behavioral health systems by providing evidence-based clinical training in family-centered interventions. Our programs are grounded in rigorous research and designed to improve outcomes for youth and families facing substance use, mental health, and complex social challenges.

Big mission with real impact.

We collaborate with public agencies, community-based providers, and other mission-aligned partners to expand access to high-quality, effective care. Through strategic partnerships and sustainable implementation, MDFT International supports communities in delivering measurable, long-term impact for children, families, and systems of care

Transforming Young Lives Through Family-Centered Care

MDFT International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that strengthens community behavioral health systems by providing evidence-based clinical training in family-centered interventions. Our programs are grounded in rigorous research and designed to improve outcomes for youth and families facing substance use, mental health, and complex social challenges.

We collaborate with public agencies, community-based providers, and other mission-aligned partners to expand access to high-quality, effective care. Through strategic partnerships and sustainable implementation, MDFT International supports communities in delivering measurable, long-term impact for children, families, and systems of care

MDFT International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that strengthens community behavioral health systems by providing evidence-based clinical training in family-centered interventions. Our programs are grounded in rigorous research and designed to improve outcomes for youth and families facing substance use, mental health, and complex social challenges.

Transforming Young Lives Through Family-Centered Care

We collaborate with public agencies, community-based providers, and other mission-aligned partners to expand access to high-quality, effective care. Through strategic partnerships and sustainable implementation, MDFT International supports communities in delivering measurable, long-term impact for children, families, and systems of care

The Problem

Problems youth face are complex and many other treatments are missing the mark

The Solution

A collaborative approach that is comprehensive, family-centered, and scientifically proven

Big ideas, real impact.

  • We're a team of passionate thinkers and doers, dedicated to building with purpose and clarity. Collaboration and curiosity drive everything we do.

  • We believe in keeping things simple, smart, and human. Every project starts with listening and ends with something we're proud to share.

  • From startups to seasoned brands, we partner with people who care about doing things right—and doing them well.

Treatment That Works


Savings to Taxpayers

Clinical & Cost Effective

Efficient & Holistic

Effective with Diverse Populations

Work with All Youth & Families

Implemented in Community & Residential Settings Worldwide


“Honest to goodness, we have seen a turnaround in these families that is near-miraculous”

— The Honorable Jeri Beth Cohen, State of Florida 11th Judicial Circuit