Home based Therapeutic Services


Home-Based Therapeutic Services is a sister service of the Community Services, forming part of the Agency for Community and Therapeutic Services. The principles fostered by the service are that of the:

  • Family Preservation Model; 
  • Use of outcome measures;  
  • Client-Centred Philosophy; and 
  • Strengths-based Perspective. 

 Psychotherapy, family therapy, and counselling services are offered to individuals and families, in the context of their own home or communities to:

  • Preserve families with children up to the age of 18 years;  
  • Strengthen the family context in a way which ensures the well-being and safety of children; and 
  • Support parents or carers in bridging their relationships with their children. 

Home-Based Therapeutic Services is composed of a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, providing therapeutic support to families, children, and individuals in Malta. ​