Brigitte Derksen

About Brigitte Derksen

Brigitte Derksen is a practice for childhood and youth difficulties in Deventer. The practice offers treatment to children and young people up to 18 when their development does not progress naturally.

Treatments

The practice offers cognitive behavioural therapy and trauma treatment with EMDR. Cognitive behavioural therapy focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviour.

• Cognitive behavioural therapy
• Trauma treatment with EMDR/CGt

Approach

Brigitte looks together with parents and others involved at what the child needs. Treatment focuses on the presenting problem and request for help, and is based on scientific insights.

• The child’s positive qualities and strengths are also discussed.
• If more intensive care is needed, the child is referred to other care providers.

Who it is for

Help is intended for children and young people up to 18. Parents can seek help for prolonged anger, fear or sadness, concerns about development, or problems at home, school or with friends.

• Children
• Young people up to 18
• Parents

Practical information

The waiting time is about 12 to 14 weeks. Urgent requests and crises are not taken on; the practice refers people to their GP for these.