Behavioural problems sometimes occur in all adolescents and young adults. Parents/carers observe behaviour that is unacceptable, contrary and/or deviant. For example, the young person does not adhere to agreements, becomes angry without warning, or comes home late. This is all part of the growth and development of young people. However, when patterns become structural and destructive, something else is occurring.
In some cases, the behavioural problems become increasingly severe and disastrous. The young person is no longer open to reason; they ignore general rules and do not take responsibility for their actions. They are either very difficult or impossible to steer in the right direction. Behavioural problems include having frequent conflicts that flare up quickly, truancy, dropping out of school, running away from home, losing friends, lying / cheating, manipulating and vandalism. Sometimes, these young people may come into contact with the police.
Children and young adults suffering from behavioural problems often end up in a downward spiral from which they cannot escape on their own. At a certain point, their family members are also unable to help. At Yes We Can Youth Clinics, we are available 24/7 for young people! Many of our employees are experts by experience and have had similar problems. They have fought for their recovery and have made a permanent recovery. This creates equality, ensures recognition, and offers hope to the young people we treat (we call them “fellows”).
We treat many different behavioural problems. Many of our employees are experts by experience and have had similar problems in the past and can therefore connect with our fellows in a unique way. Common behavioural problems that we treat are:
Often other problems are evident, such as mental health issues and addictions / problematic substance use. We specialise in dealing with these multiple problems.
To help young people address their difficulties, we begin by exploring their personal background. Together with the young person, we discuss the underlying causes and emotional pain, helping them gain deeper insight into their experiences. We carefully unravel each individual’s personal story. This may involve trauma, but also an unstable or unsafe family environment. In most cases, several factors interact, which is why understanding a young person’s own story is essential.
Once this foundation is established, we work closely with the individual on their personal development and recovery. We believe it is vital to support young people in an environment that feels warm, safe and familiar. Unconditional support is therefore central to our approach. At the same time, we are not afraid to offer respectful and constructive confrontation when we believe it will help a young person move forward in their process.
Let us start by emphasising that if you have any questions, you can always contact us. We cannot stress enough that we are always here for you, whether you sign up for treatment at our clinic or not. You can reach us by phone from Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (GMT +1) via phone number: +31 (0)85 02 01 222.
After business hours – weekdays after 6:00 p.m. and on the weekends – your call will be forwarded. Please note that it might take longer than usual to answer your call. If we cannot answer the call right away, please leave a message, and we will call you back as soon as possible. You can also fill in our contact form.
You can register for an intake interview by filling in the intake form. Once we receive your registration, a Case Manager from Yes We Can Youth Clinics will contact you to schedule a personal intake.
After your initial contact with one of our Case Managers, we typically get a clear picture of the current situation and what might be needed. Admission, however, can only take place after a complete 4-hour assessment by our intake team, comprising a counsellor, psychologist, and psychiatrist. During intakes, we appreciate the presence of at least one parent/carer. For legal and safety reasons, intakes are always done in the Netherlands.
Yes We Can Youth Clinics is genuinely a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experience. As we promise in our treatment video, we will be there for your child, for you and for the rest of the family, right by your side, listening and helping. Unconditionally. As we did for thousands of other 13- to 25-year-olds and their families before you. Our treatment team will do everything it takes to help realise permanent change. Both fellows and parents/carers will learn everything they need to know about the nature and impact of their behaviour. The future will be discussed extensively. How to plan, spend and use your time? What are the goals in life? What to do when facing difficulties? Together we will search for answers during a highly intensive 10-week programme.
After completing the 10-week residential programme in the Clinic, fellows must enter the most critical phase of the treatment process. They have rebuilt self-confidence, are motivated again, feel more energetic and are ready to make new plans. At the same time, they are insecure because they may have changed, but their social environment has stayed the same. For that reason, they must receive substantial support during this period.
Would you like to register a teenager or young adult (aged 13-25) for a treatment at Yes We Can Youth Clinics? Please complete our intake form, and we will contact you to schedule a personal interview.
Intake form