Cheryl Majka is the MST Clinical Consultant, where she provides clinical and implementation support to MST teams across the country. Previously, Cheryl served as a Senior Advisor Implementation at the Centre for Evidence and Implementation and with the Parenting Research Centre. Cheryl has led implementation projects across Australia with a particularly focus on supporting research to practice efforts that improve outcomes for children and their parents in the child welfare, child and youth mental health, and juvenile justice sectors.

Kansas Martens is the MST Clinical Supervisor at Anglicare Victoria, having previously worked as an MST practitioner and in Adolescent Family Violence and Integrated Family Services. She holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science and Criminology from Deakin University and is completing her Master of Social Work. Kansas is passionate about supporting adolescents and families to stay safely together, engage in education or work, and build strong relationships. She brings expertise in addressing complex behaviours such as substance misuse, aggression, and offending, and is committed to high-quality systemic practice and strong collaboration with community stakeholders, including Victoria Police.

Gizem Tarazi is the Clinical Supervisor for Multisystemic Therapy (MST), leading a team of therapists in delivering evidence-based interventions to reduce youth offending and strengthen family functioning. With a background in criminology and social science, her career spans adult, youth, and family welfare sectors, including roles in Youth Justice, residential care, and custodial rehabilitation. She brings a systems-focused approach to behavioural change, grounded in adolescent development and family dynamics. Her experience includes designing reintegration programs, leading family preservation teams, and supporting at-risk youth. Gizem is committed to creating therapeutic environments that empower families and promote lasting change.

Kelly Hicks, a proud and passionate advocate for youth was honoured with the award of Young Citizen of the Year whilst being part of the Council Youth Advisory Committee in 2006. Upon completing year 12, Kelly attained Advanced Diploma of Justice and Bachelor of Social Science Psychology and worked with the Cardinia Shire Council as a Youth Outreach Office. Working alongside Victoria Police Youth Resource Officers at Pakenham, Kelly determined to expand her horizons and joined Victoria Police in 2011 – enabling her to pursue her passion of helping vulnerable community, including disadvantaged youth.

Christine Kondov is a Social Worker with over 40 years of experience supporting children, young people, and families across child protection, residential care, and therapeutic services. She currently works with Life Without Barriers in Queensland, providing behavioural support to caregivers and educators. Originally from New Zealand, Chris holds qualifications in Psychology, Special Education, and Social Work. She brings extensive expertise in Multisystemic Therapy and is known for her strengths-based, solution-focused approach that helps families achieve lasting, positive outcomes.