| frankblaauw.nl | frbl.eu | Frank Blaauw's research focuses on automated generation of personalized health advice, utilizing machine learning and time series analysis, and was initially explored in his Ph.D. dissertation, 'The non-existent average individual'. He is affiliated with the Johann Bernoulli Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science's Distributed Systems group, led by Marco Aiello, and the Developmental Psychology group at the University of Groningen, led by Peter de Jonge. Current and past projects include ECiDA, u-can-act (a research platform for predicting school dropout), and Thialf SkatePredict, which uses machine learning to predict ice skating lap times. | Science → Neuroscience 165 | machine learning 173 | City Center → Inner City 217 |
| muziekstrategie.nl | Muziekstrategie | The manual provides observation lists, a guide, and a planning guide to support the observation and analysis of musical behavior and one's own pedagogical approach. Links to diagnostic materials are included. Further explanations of the documents are found in the manual. The website focuses on the sensory-motor and cognitive development of children during music lessons and offers tools for observation and guidance. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | manual 96 observation 248 list 575 behavior 1779 | |
| vnop.nl | Dutch Society for Developmental Psychology (VNOP) | The VNOP is organizing a conference from June 11-12, 2026, in Rotterdam, which will be hosted by Erasmus University Rotterdam and feature an exciting program. The VNOP is focused on developments related to the APV (Municipal Enforcement Decree) and the occupational structure, particularly their impact on the field of child development, with materials provided by the NIP (Netherlands Institute for Professional Childcare). In December 2024, the VNOP hosted the 10th edition of the VNOP-CAS Research Days, successfully welcoming 138 researchers. | Organizations → Professional Associations 1004 | apv 10 conference 763 research 8967 membership 10442 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| individualdevelopment.nl | Consortium on Individual Development | The consortium, active from 2012 to 2023, focused on understanding the interplay between a child's inherent characteristics and their environment in determining their success. Their research investigated the role of brain development and the influence of parents and grandparents on a child's prospects. Recent news highlights successful grant awards and academic achievements of researchers affiliated with the consortium, including a PhD defense and funding for language research projects. | History → Social Sciences 10786 | grant 102 brain 481 research 8967 | |
| template.nl | Template Foundation | The foundation focuses on exploring human capacities and the impact of changes on those capacities. Its goal is to create conditions for spiritual growth, research, practical application, and the exchange of knowledge and experience. In the Netherlands, hundreds of people are working on research projects within the Template network, focusing on diverse areas such as education, health, and sustainable development. | Philosophy → Spiritual Philosophy 124 | person 448 template 742 growth 4054 research 8967 network 11123 | |
| brainanddevelopment.nl | Leiden Brain & Development Research Center | The lab utilizes longitudinal neuroimaging techniques to examine developmental trajectories related to self-development, self-regulation, social learning, and prosocial behavior. Research projects explore challenges faced by young people in today's complex society, including the impact of digitalization, globalization, geopolitical tensions, and societal polarization. The Leiden Consortium on Individual Development investigates how a child’s inherent disposition interacts with their environment to shape their development, aiming to understand why some children thrive while others face difficulties. | Science → Neuroscience 165 | brain 481 society 1376 research 8967 child 11566 | |
| humanemergence.nl | Center for Human Emergence | The CHE believes that the current global complexity, including challenges like pandemics and geopolitical threats, requires a new paradigm. The website provides information on various aspects of Integral Leadership, such as awakening, growing, cleaning up, and actively engaging in the world. The CHE explores themes such as the decolonization of thought, building a sustainable society, and the consequences of global developments, and encourages visitors to utilize their talents. | | | |
| ccam-ascor.nl | CcaM | The center is a part of the Amsterdam School of Communications Research (ASCoR) at the University of Amsterdam. The website offers access to various publications, including journal articles and books, in both English and Dutch. Recent research achievements include receiving Top Paper Awards at the ICA 2025 conference for several studies examining the use of augmented reality, altered time perception, and knowledge gaps related to news exposure. | Research → Scientific Research 243 | studies 151 medium 1293 publication 2018 research 8967 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| stevenpont.nl | Nul18 | Steven Pont offers his expertise as a developmental psychologist, systems therapist, and mediator, with a background in education. He is the author of several books on psychological topics and a sought-after speaker. Steven has created an online pedagogical platform, Nul18, to support schools and co-hosts a podcast ‘Bennis and Pontcast’ with former journalist and friend Martijn Bennis, discussing themes related to child development. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | system therapy 95 psychology 777 medium 1293 podcast 3328 child 11566 education 13471 | North-Holland → Hilversum 4397 |
| lydiakrabbendam.nl | Social Educational Neuroscience Amsterdam (SENSA) | Lydia Krabbendam, professor Developmental Neuropsychology at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, leads a research team studying higher cognitive functions and their impact on the academic performance and behavior of adolescents. The VU-research group SENSA (Social Educational Neuroscience Amsterdam) has won the Ammodo Science Award for groundbreaking research, receiving a €1.2 million prize to explore new research areas. The SENSA team, comprised of researchers from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, combines experimental and ecologically valid methods to investigate the behavioral and brain mechanisms of social and motivational processes in educational settings from early childhood to adolescence. | Science → Neuroscience 165 | cognition 44 neuroscience 48 research 8967 education 13471 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| babyandchild.nl | Baby and Child Research Center | The center focuses on the development of language, social interaction, thinking, and the well-being of both mother and child. Parents and children are encouraged to participate in research projects. The organization has three locations in Nijmegen and aims to gather new knowledge about the development of babies and children. | Health → Pregnancy & Childbirth 4222 | mother 603 pregnancy 2739 research 8967 child 11566 | Gelderland → Nijmegen 9384 |
| ambassadeurvandefantasie.nl | Ambassador of Imagination | The website highlights the essence of imagination as a fundamental human trait that fosters innovation, creativity, and well-being. There are various sections dedicated to the importance of imagination for families, education, and business, emphasizing the role of imagination and vision. The website introduces diverse programs and mentions a shop and a team, 'Toeloeloe & Harrie', likely involved in the delivery of these initiatives. | Research & Academia → Educational Development 354 | imagination 181 family 6462 education 13471 | |
| karakterproject.nl | Karakter | The research study, conducted between 2018 and 2020, investigated the emotions and character development of young adults from Syria who had recently relocated to the Netherlands. The research was carried out at Tilburg University and Utrecht University, and received funding from the John Templeton Foundation. Visitors can access information regarding the Karakter project, its team members, and related materials on the website. | Research → Social Research 115 | character 449 study 720 netherlands 1376 research 8967 | Tilburg → West 84 |
| lydialaningawijnen.nl | Lydia Laninga-Wijnen | Lydia Laninga-Wijnen is a researcher and university teacher focusing on how peers can assist adolescents facing adversity, particularly in situations involving bullying. Her current research project, SOLID, explores the impact of peer defense on victims of bullying, aiming to identify factors that maximize its positive effects. Lydia is affiliated with both the University of Turku in Finland and the University of Groningen in The Netherlands, where she undertakes research and teaching roles across various projects. | Specific Institutions → Universities 877 | bullying 85 researcher 220 teaching 278 university 593 research 8967 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| marcohaan.nl | University of Groningen | Professor Marco Haan is a full professor specializing in Industrial Organization at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Groningen, Netherlands. His research primarily focuses on theoretical aspects of Industrial Organization, although he also conducts experiments and utilizes empirical methods. Recent publications include research papers and updates on studies related to auctions, platform competition, price discrimination, and advertising strategies. | Economy & Finance → Economics 1115 | university 593 publication 2018 research 8967 | City Center → Inner City 217 |
| daudivanveen.nl | Erasmus University Rotterdam | Dr. van Veen is an Assistant Professor at Erasmus University Rotterdam, specializing in youth and family studies, developmental and social psychology, and family and education studies. His research focuses on children’s and youths’ ethnic-racial identity development and intergroup attitudes, exploring what they learn about these topics within their families and schools. Additionally, he co-hosts the podcast ‘Joy in Academia’ alongside other racialized scholars, and offers a Dutch summary of his dissertation. | Neuroscience → Cognitive Psychology 128 | dissertation 126 identity 1028 podcast 3328 research 8967 | |
| reach-uu.nl | Universiteit Utrecht | The conference aims to bring together early childhood researchers and societal partners to share experiences and knowledge related to early development. The two-day program includes opportunities for researchers to present their work and engage in interdisciplinary discussions, fostering connections and potential collaborations. The conference welcomes researchers from diverse disciplines and career stages within Utrecht University and UMC Utrecht, centered around the theme of ‘Reaching New Heights in Early Childhood Research’. | Events → Conferences & Meetings 5381 | conference 763 community 7931 research 8967 network 11123 collaboration 16036 | |
| project-awesome.nl | Project AWeSome | The website features news articles, publications, and research related to the project's investigations into social media's impact on adolescent well-being. A commentary published in Nature Human Behaviour addresses the difficulty researchers face in obtaining data from online platforms. Research conducted by Project AWeSome included surveying and interviewing 480 adolescents aged 14 to 17 to explore the benefits and drawbacks of social media use. | Research → Social Research 115 | adolescent 91 survey 370 wellbeing 2620 social media 3342 data 5872 research 8967 | |
| paulvanhoek.nl | Paul van Hoek | The website describes Paul van Hoek’s approach: how ordinary interactions with people with mental health issues lead to a more normal way of interacting and communicating. The website explains that professionals are responsible for recognizing suicidal wishes and initiating conversations about them, emphasizing the importance of conducting an effective conversation. The 'Grip on Madness' course is intended for aspiring members of the NVRG (Dutch Association for Legal Psychiatry) and meets the requirements as part of their preparatory education. The NVRG admission committee considers it an inspiring course and has accepted it as part of the pre-education for aspiring members. | Medical Care & Services → Psychiatry 756 | suicide prevention 12 role-playing 37 interaction 245 course 14728 | |
| marianbakermanskranenburg.nl | ISPA Lisbon | The website provides information about Dr. Bakermans-Kranenburg's research interests, including the 'differential susceptibility' model and hormonal influences on parenting. It details her academic affiliations, including positions at ISPA Lisbon, San Sebastián University, The New School for Social Research, and Stockholm University. Recent news highlights an interview broadcast on Belgian radio concerning fathers’ feelings and the publication of ‘Matters of Significance’ with Marinus van IJzendoorn. | History → Social Sciences 10786 | attachment 208 university 593 parenting 972 publication 2018 research 8967 | |
| focusonemotions.nl | Leiden University/University of Twente / University College London | The group's research explores areas like autism, deafness, language disorders, and bullying, aiming to create inclusive school environments. Specific projects include ‘Building 4 Belonging,’ which utilizes sensor technology and field observations to understand how students interact within school spaces. The research incorporates collaborations between psychology, computer science, architecture, and governance to identify factors that contribute to student success and potential obstacles. | Specific Institutions → Universities 877 | inclusivity 109 emotion 2169 youth 3126 environment 4873 technology 6816 school 7856 | South-Holland → Leiden 7089 |
| developmentmatters.nl | Leiden Consortium on Individual Development (Leiden-CID) | The Leiden-CID study examines the interplay of genetic and environmental factors in shaping children's development, with a specific focus on identifying sensitive periods for social development. Researchers utilize a multi-informant and multi-method approach, including cognitive, emotional, and social assessments, alongside physiological measurements, to understand the complex processes involved. The study employs a unique longitudinal design with monozygotic and dizygotic twin pairs and their parents, tracking development over a 10-year period to pinpoint optimal conditions for well-being. | History → Social Sciences 10786 | twin 11 parenting 972 assessment 1205 environment 4873 child 11566 | |
| estanederland.nl | ESTA Nederland | The website provides information about the ESTA International Conference 2025 in Amersfoort, Netherlands, taking place from May 28th to June 1st, 2025, which focuses on innovative music education methods and the connection between music and well-being. The website offers details on membership benefits, including a members’ day with guest speakers and the opportunity to volunteer at the conference, resulting in a free membership. The website encourages donations to support inspiring music education environments and ensure accessibility. | Organizations → Professional Associations 1004 | string instrument 10 guest speaker 17 music education 73 conference 763 volunteer 8367 membership 10442 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| bewogenonderwijs.nl | UMCG and OU | The website consolidates and shares research on the impact of movement on cognitive functions, creativity, and classroom behavior. A large research project, ‘Beweeg Wijs’, will launch in September to investigate the effects of the intervention. The website is an initiative of the UMCG and OU and aims to share knowledge for professionals and researchers in education. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | cognition 44 intervention 283 movement 2304 research 8967 education 13471 | |
| ith-haptonomie.nl | Instituut voor Toegepaste Haptonomie | The institute was founded in 1985 by Anne-Jan van Minnen with the aim of applying haptonomy to people’s daily lives and relationships. The core of the work lies in stimulating personal development and growth of individuals, using Anne-Jan van Minnen’s Development Scheme. The institute offers various forms of support, including training programs to become a haptotherapist, training sessions, lectures, coaching programs, and thematic gatherings, expanding haptonomy at the individual, group, and organizational level. | Adult & Continuing Learning → Professional Training 1224 | institute 108 haptonomy 121 coach 25810 training 28133 | |
| zonzijn.nl | ZONZIJN | ZONZIJN is an organization that has been active since 2000 and has been located in a sustainable practice in Wilp since 2020. The organization offers psychomotor therapy, yoga classes, and training programs for various target groups, including children, young people, adults, and healthcare professionals. The approach is based on the Embodiment method, which focuses on strengthening the connection with physical resources to promote safety, confidence, and mental peace. | Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Adolescent Psychiatry 174 | adults 617 yoga 3704 family 6462 therapy 7448 child 11566 training 28133 | Voorst → Wilp 142 |
| science2share.nl | Science2share | Jiska Peper is a brain scientist and developmental psychologist with 15 years of research experience on brain development and the behavior of children, teenagers and young adults. She has researched mental health of youth, opportunities(inequality) in education, neurodiversity, and inclusion of vulnerable groups at the Verwey-Jonker Institute. Science2share offers lectures that make scientific knowledge accessible to a broad audience and adaptable to practice and policy. | Science → Neuroscience 165 | mental health 400 brain 481 lecture 1624 policy 2149 research 8967 | |
| toddlersandtees.nl | toddlersandtees | The website publishes articles about different parenting styles and their impact on children's self-confidence, including authoritarian, permissive, authoritative, and neglectful. It also features articles on the societal pressure on women and the expectations versus the reality. The website covers topics such as finding a good work-life balance, smart savings strategies for single parents, pregnancy and parenthood, and the transition from pregnancy to adolescence. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | parenting 972 woman 1419 pregnancy 2739 balance 4582 finance 5341 child 11566 | |
| artiestenpsychologie.nl | Artiestenpsychologie | The website provides coaching by a psychologist coach, focused on the mental health of artists, both on a project basis and regularly. The coaching process begins with an introductory meeting to discuss the help request and determine if the coach is a good fit. Subsequently, the trajectory is shaped in mutual alignment. The website contains blog posts on topics such as the pressure of fame, narcissism among artists, and practical tips for creative performance under time pressure. | Music Education → Guitar Lessons 403 | introductory meeting 92 psychology 777 coach 25810 | |
| morethanamirror.nl | Margriet Lenkens | The research examines the role of empathy and acceptance by experiential experts, who identify with young people with criminal behavior. Experiential experts have experience with detention and returning to society, which gives them a deeper understanding than professionals with theoretical knowledge. The website describes the value of a non-judgmental approach, space for sharing difficult experiences, and the importance of training and education for experiential experts to diversify their support. | Society → Criminal Law 10 | experiential expert 18 empathy 212 research 8967 training 28133 | |
| neufeldinstituut.nl | Neufeld Institute | The website critiques traditional parenting methods (carrot and stick) and their negative effects on the parent-child relationship. It highlights the importance of attachment drive and how understanding and nurturing this drive leads to the development of intrinsic motivation and emotional intelligence. The courses cover topics such as attachment, attachment issues, emotions, and parenting influence, and are aimed at professionals and parents. The Neufeld Institute’s approach is based on the theories of Gordon Neufeld, who is considered by Gabor Maté to be one of the leading developmental psychologists. The institute strives to regain children and create emotionally healthy adults and families, given the rising prevalence of mental disorders and behavioral and learning problems in children. | Parenting → Child Development 248 | attachment 208 parenting 972 emotion 2169 child 11566 course 14728 | |
| maakdenkdoe.nl | Allan Cole | The website references Winnicott’s theory, emphasizing the potential space between individuals and their surroundings as the locus of cultural experience and play. It draws parallels to artistic and design learning processes, referencing the classical concept of ‘bildung’ – the development of an individual's cultural and spiritual skills. The website touches on the evolving nature of technology and its impact on human interaction and spatial awareness, suggesting a shift in focus from ‘what’ is learned to ‘how’ it is learned. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | potential 642 learning 920 creativity 2531 culture 3922 technology 6816 design 27202 | |
| haptonomieleeflang.nl | Haptonomiepraktijk Leeflang | The practice offers individual haptic pregnancy guidance, with a focus on establishing contact with the child and finding balance during pregnancy. The guidance includes preparation for childbirth and an active role for the partner. The website describes haptics and the transition from a focus on physical movement to a focus on the subjective experiences of people with their bodies and complaints. | Health → Pregnancy & Childbirth 4222 | haptics 16 feeling 364 childbirth 894 pregnancy 2739 partner 4272 | Leidschendam-Voorburg → Leidschendam 1049 |
| bureauslinge.nl | Bureau Slinge | Bureau Slinge offers support in identifying developmental barriers and utilizing the strengths of children in primary, secondary, and further education. The approach is based on the concept of ‘Mediërend Leren’ (Mediating Learning), focusing on stimulating self-confidence and positive learning strategies. The website provides information for parents and professionals, as well as a blog with client experiences, such as a son who was able to attend grammar school thanks to the coaching. | Personal Development → Guidance 781 | learning process 89 self-confidence 1173 child 11566 education 13471 | Raalte → Heino 286 |
| iqenzo.nl | Practice IQenzo | IQenzo offers psychological research into intelligence and giftedness, with an emphasis on a broader approach than just the IQ score. The practice focuses on parents who are concerned about their child and seeking advice, and potentially utilizing reimbursed youth care. Margreet Heek-Veldhuizen is the ECHA specialist and orthopedic who runs the practice and focuses on mapping the specific needs of the child. | Research & Academia → Educational Studies 168 | researcher 220 giftedness 340 parent 4318 research 8967 practice 9089 | Amersfoort → Hooglanderveen 125 |
| beademingsthuiszorg.nl | Beademingsthuiszorg | Beademingsthuiszorg provides care at home, focused on the individual wishes and needs of the client. The company specializes in respiratory care and was founded in 2023 with the goal of specializing in this area. Beademingsthuiszorg describes its approach as flexible and personal, without waiting lists and with an introductory meeting to establish a connection. | | introductory meeting 92 need 469 care 12338 | |
| detess.nl | Mathilde Tubben | Building a hut is a universal and enjoyable activity for children, often used in dramatherapy. This is now linked to the TESS. The TESS is an observational instrument that is valuable to therapists in child welfare as part of their diagnostic tool kit. The website provides information about the TESS, including what it measures, why it is valuable, and how it can be used. | | | |
| perceptio.nl | Perceptio | The website emerged in 2001 and is active in researching, organizing, and disseminating information about giftedness. Perceptio sells three books: 'as thinking for trust comes', 'preschool children with an developmental advantage' and 'giftedness seen from the perspective of anthroposophy'. The website states that the most important aspect of gifted children is the lack of connection, and offers solutions through books and training programs aimed at teachers and parents to promote this connection. | Special Needs & Support → Gifted Children 18 | giftedness 340 teacher 2890 connection 4007 parent 4318 book 11396 | |
| vanschanke.nl | Van Schanke Facility & Interim Management B.V. | Van Schanke Facility & Interim Management is an independent company founded in 2007, providing interim management and coaching services. Hans van Schanke, the founder, has extensive experience in primary education and emphasizes an approach where he involves people and offers advice, utilizing the strengths of his colleagues. The website also includes recent tweets from the company, as well as information about the mission and vision, and highlights the importance of communication and an open culture with parents and children. | Professional Development → Training Programs 129 | strength 789 interim management 1193 school 7856 communication 10162 education 13471 coach 25810 | |
| stichtingreachholland.nl | Stichting Reach Holland | The organization aims to integrate children ready for regular education with schools and offer training and workshops on evidence-based treatments to the community. REACH focuses on fostering collaboration with families, professionals, and organizations to provide necessary resources and support for children with autism. A core principle of Reach Holland is treating each child as an individual requiring understanding rather than viewing them as a problem to be resolved. | Education → Special Needs & Support 6372 | autism 758 family 6462 child 11566 education 13471 treatment 21203 | South-Holland → Pijnacker-Nootdorp 1433 |
| boomweb.nl | Jan Boom | The site introduces development as a multifaceted concept encompassing growth, learning, and systematic change, relating it to fields like psychology, biology, and systems theory. Jan Boom, a developmental psychologist at the University of Utrecht, discusses his background, including his PhD research on developmental stages and recent projects concerning interventions and overlapping developmental waves. The website highlights projects like ‘Beyond Flatland’ and mentions his role as a consultant for doctoral and postdoctoral research, as well as his membership on the board of the Jean Piaget Society. | Culture → Philosophy 2057 | psychology 777 research 8967 | |
| visualisatiesopmaat.nl | Visualisaties Op Maat | The website offers customized products such as step plans, daily planners, and social stories, as well as learning materials for children, young people, and adults. Maggie Gernaat, a developmental psychologist and teacher, founded Visualisaties Op Maat after her experience in special education and outpatient support. The website includes a workbook about visiting the dentist and is actively involved in the 'Autism-Friendly Dental Care' working group to improve dental care for autistic individuals. | Education → Special Needs & Support 6372 | workbook 154 communication 10162 education 13471 coach 25810 | |
| kindertherapeut-tamara-cozijnsen.nl | Child Therapist Tamara Cozijnsen | The website presents the services of Child Therapist Tamara Cozijnsen, who specializes in supporting children and adolescents struggling with their development or overcoming obstacles. The site emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and finding strength in one's own qualities and talents to navigate challenges. A blog is available on the website, and the site offers the possibility of contacting the therapist for a consultation. | Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Adolescent Psychiatry 174 Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Children 1040 | adolescent 91 obstacle 204 child 11566 | |
| begaafdinzicht.nl | Begaafd Inzicht | The website provides information on developmental advantages and presents various services, including peer groups and guidance. The peer groups are aimed at stimulating the development of children with a developmental advantage through thematic activities and mindset support. The website also offers information and support for parents and professionals working with children with a developmental advantage. | Childcare → Preschool 512 | developmental advantage 11 mindset 782 child 11566 | |
| agnita-orthopedagogiek.nl | Agnita Orthopedagogiek | AGNITA is an educational practice, derived from the Latin ‘recognized’, which focuses on research and guidance for gifted and highly sensitive individuals. The practice is run by Corrieke, who has a wide background in education, social work, behavioral science, and pedagogy, and is registered as a BIG practitioner (Dutch professional register). Agnita offers various services, including giftedness assessment, guidance for adults and children, parental guidance, and intelligence research. | Therapy → Educational Psychology 82 | sensitivity 197 giftedness 340 research 8967 | |
| tomatiscentrum.nl | Tomatis Center | The center offers various programs, including consultations, listening sessions, and programs for babies and specific groups. Dr. Norman Doidge argues that current approaches to the brain need to be criticized in order to discover innovative treatment methods. Cattleya, a consultant with expertise in brain development and various areas, provides a multidisciplinary guidance for individuals and families. | Neuroscience → Neuropsychology 88 | language 2016 music 13170 | |
| yanago.nl | YANA GO | The website provides various programs, training courses and treatments aimed at self-development, relationship improvement, career development and the professionalization of employees. A specific program, 'Design Your Life,' offers a 10-week intensive coaching program to design and create a life according to individual wishes. The website also addresses the aspect of child and developmental coaching, emphasizing the crucial role of early years in the personal development of children and the awareness of professionals in this context. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | growth 4054 balance 4582 coach 25810 training 28133 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| stichting-rightontrack.nl | Stichting Right on Track | The foundation provides guidance to young people facing various challenges, with a focus on leveraging their unique strengths. They collaborate with experts such as Sirius Commitment, Jarno Korf, and Jamie Boeijen to support young people. The foundation’s policy plan focuses on sustainable impact and positive contributions to the well-being of young people and their environment, with initiatives like parent pre- and post-meetings and intensive training programs. | Social Issues → Social Organization 13315 | mental wellbeing 35 resilience 1091 initiative 1297 youth 3126 | |
| niekbrouw.nl | Stichting Ontwikkelingsmotoriek Niek Brouw | Niek Brouw has developed a treatment approach based on comparative research, his own observations, and the integration of various disciplines, focused on balancing the human being. The Ontwikkelingsmotoriek Niek Brouw provides specific exercises that can help to identify where one makes too much or too little tension in their body and any missed developmental steps. The website offers information about Niek Brouw's books, translations of those books, a list of therapists who apply the methodology, and courses and training programs. | Dogs → Dog Training 881 | stichting 481 exercise 706 therapist 1890 book 11396 | |
| toonladdergalecop.nl | Toonladder Galecop | The school believes that children develop self-confidence by receiving trust from their environment and by feeling capable in what they do. The website offers information about the school's mission, vision, quality, growth, and sustainability, as well as details about the team. There is space for information from parents and children, an online parent portal, and contact details for introductory meetings and enrollment. | | introductory meeting 92 parent 4318 school 7856 child 11566 education 13471 | |
| praktijk-kensho.nl | Praktijk KenSho | The practice offers body-oriented psychotherapy, focusing on exploring emotional problems through breathing and movement to help clients find more relaxation and balance. The therapist, KenSho, is trained as a body-oriented psychotherapist and social worker, with years of experience in the regular mental health care system (GGZ), and works with a wide range of help requests, including bullying, unwanted infertility, and relationship problems. The website provides information about the ‘Living in Your Body’ basic course and offers the possibility to participate in a group variation, AUM meditation, and describes the issues for which people approach the therapist. | Anthropology & Sociology → Sociology 454 | body-oriented psychotherapy 39 bullying 85 empathy 212 meditation 2400 stress 3965 | |
| veelbegaafd.nl | Stichting Veelbegaafd | The website provides information about the possibility of mastering more than one skill well and the challenges associated with it. It examines the obstacles that people experience when combining different skills and functioning outside their familiar environment. The site offers support and opportunities for individuals, youth, and clients to develop and utilize their talents. | Leadership & Teamwork → Personality 777 | youth 3126 podcast 3328 research 8967 | |
| heidischouten.nl | Trauma Sensitief Leven | The website offers various treatments, including the PTB trajectory (6-9 months) and psychodynamic individual guidance, as well as 2-day family constellations. Trauma-sensitive training courses are offered for professionals, including a 12-day professional training for caregivers and a codependency coach training. The website describes over 7 years of experience in improving relationships by approaching and treating trauma, with a focus on helping more than 1000 people create a safe environment. | Emergency & Safety → Alternative Healthcare 567 | person 448 trauma 2107 relationship 4205 family 6462 therapy 7448 training 28133 | |
| elmathiel.nl | Elma Thiel | After retiring as a child and youth psychiatrist, Elma Thiel has dedicated her time to further developing and clarifying her approach to work, based on the anthroscopic worldview. The ‘sense-drift-need’ schema, developed in 2006, serves as a tool for overview and clarity for the author, but was unclear for others. The website is a work-in-progress, where the ideas and concepts of this schema are elaborated and made accessible. | Philosophy → Anthroposophy 16 | schema 15 drift 24 senses 133 need 469 work 3122 | |
| expertisecentrumvianova-atlant.nl | Expertisecentrum Via Nova | The Expertisecentrum originated from a need to share knowledge about giftedness, following numerous requests from the field of education. The Via Nova department, a part of basisschool De Beekvliet, has offered specialized education for gifted students in the Velsen region and surrounding municipalities since 2010. The Expertisecentrum collaborates with the PO IJmond collaboration organization and the consultants of the PO IJmond organization to provide appropriate education to gifted learners. | | giftedness 340 problem 2214 student 7623 education 13471 coach 25810 | Velsen → Santpoort-Noord 606 |
| innerrock.nl | Innerrock | The website presents various services, including dynamic testing, enrichment with the Feuerstein program, and workshops focused on values-based learning and didactic coaching. Innerrock provides guidance and coaching at school, at home, or at a mutually agreed location, with the goal of restoring learning processes and addressing learning difficulties in children and youth. Contact information and business details are available, including the address Ballade 103, 3335EM Zwijndrecht, the email info@innerrock.nl, and the KVK registration number 83782648. | Education → Pedagogy & Methods 2944 | thinking 163 learning 920 value 1352 research 8967 coach 25810 | South-Holland → Zwijndrecht 1455 |
| jonggehechtoudgedaan.nl | Joriene de Vos | The website provides a free 5-part video series on attachment, explaining what children need in their development. A book, ‘Alles Kids,’ is recommended, focusing on building a connection between parent and child, highlighting the child’s vulnerability and dependence. The website also addresses challenges related to having children, such as fertility issues or a same-sex partner. | Parenting → Child Development 248 | attachment 208 parent 4318 child 11566 | |
| jufberry.nl | Juf Berry | The website explains that early childhood education is in the pre-operational phase, where the limits of cognitive ability are still limited and egocentrism is prevalent. Juf Berry describes the need to introduce knowledge in the early years without defining it as an ultimate learning goal and accelerating the child's development, given the limited capacity of the toddler brain. The website emphasizes the importance of patience and support for children in the early years, so they can prepare for school. The website originated from the need to document and share lost knowledge of early childhood education after the lack of specific training programs. | Early Years → Early Childhood Education 1345 | phase 76 consciousness 238 knowledge 3528 practice 9089 | |
| kuineradehaas.nl | Praktijk Kuinera de Haas | The practice provides various therapies and support, including system therapy, relationship therapy, family therapy, parenting support, and parental guidance. Corrie Vlasma de Haas is the practice owner and orthopedagogue, with a background in system therapy and experience in various sectors, such as youth care and psychiatry. The approach focuses on an initial consultation for introduction and a treatment proposal, with a safe and trusting atmosphere being essential. | Therapy → Educational Psychology 82 | system therapy 95 parenting 972 family 6462 therapy 7448 treatment 21203 | |
| mensenmetbeperking.nl | Scheres & Voortman | Wilma Scheres and Saskia Voortman, the founders of Scheres & Voortman, describe themselves as ‘life coaches’ and are dedicated to assisting people with disabilities. The organization offers participation in observations at home, in institutions, and at school, to better understand the daily lives of clients. Scheres & Voortman focus on improving basic care, reducing bureaucracy, and fostering short lines and open communication. | Personal Development → Guidance 781 | life coaching 147 observation 248 network 11123 | |
| neeltjeblankenstein.nl | Leiden University | Neeltje Blankenstein’s research focuses on understanding risk-taking behaviors during adolescent development, combining developmental psychology, decision theory, and neuroscience. She currently holds an Assistant Professor position at the CHANGE Research Platform at Leiden University, Netherlands, and has previously held postdoctoral positions at both Leiden University’s Department of Developmental and Educational Psychology and Amsterdam UMC’s Section Youth at Risk. The website also provides information about her academic background, including her PhD from Leiden University’s Brain and Development Research Center, and details her research mentors and affiliations. | Neuroscience → Cognitive Psychology 128 | neuroscience 48 university 593 research 8967 | Amsterdam → Southeast 815 |
| quintcampus.nl | Quint Campus | The website covers topics such as giftedness, cognitive talent, executive functions, and the influence of environment on learning ability. The author, Ron Schrijver, shares his insights on cognitive development through blog posts and investigates the role of music and the possibility of fostering optimism. Quint Campus initially started as a digital learning environment for cognitive talent and has since evolved into an information website with the aim of sharing knowledge and inspiring people, focusing on five learning lines. | Special Needs & Support → Gifted Education 53 | giftedness 340 research 8967 music 13170 | |
| ventio.nl | Ventio CPSI | Ventio focuses on identifying early indicators of criminal behavior in young people and intervening to prevent them from entering a cycle of crime. The organization conducts scientific research into the origins of criminal behavior and collaborates with youth care institutions, social work, government agencies, and law enforcement. Ventio's approach prioritizes prevention over punishment, emphasizing understanding and addressing risk factors while promoting protective and inhibiting factors to anticipate and mitigate potential criminal behavior. | History → Social Sciences 10786 | crime 148 intervention 283 prevention 1763 behavior 1779 youth 3126 research 8967 | |
| vierdeweg.nl | Vierdeweg | The ‘Fourth Way’ is a teaching focused on revealing the potential of the modern human being. The learning begins with recognizing the tendency to accept the answers of educators as absolute truth at a young age and internalize them. By questioning and observing reactions, a being emerges that is solely based on learned behavior, which may be sufficient for daily functions, but is insufficient for addressing more complex questions about the nature of objectivity and subjectivity. | Philosophy → Spiritual Philosophy 124 | educator 114 exercises 1058 behavior 1779 question 2261 | |
| willemijnakkermans.nl | willemijnakkermans.nl | FloorPlay is a method where parents actively play with and follow their child’s behavior in everyday situations to stimulate development. The method is offered in a safe environment, such as at home or in daycare, and focuses on improving the interaction between parent and child. By playing at the child's level and respecting their interests, FloorPlay helps parents promote their child’s emotional development and overcome challenges. | Family → Parenting 1316 | interaction 245 play 631 interest 911 parent 4318 child 11566 | |
| ziezojeugdgezin.nl | ZieZo Jeugd & Gezin | The organization focuses on supporting growing children, young people, and adults who have experienced things like divorce, refugee backgrounds, or childhood abuse. ZieZo Jeugd & Gezin helps people with various challenges, including trauma, autism, adjustment disorders, anxiety, attachment problems, ADD and ADHD. The guidance is based on respect, trust, and utilizing the client's strengths, with the goal of creating a better future. | Leadership & Teamwork → Personality 777 | strength 789 young people 1045 resilience 1091 trauma 2107 | |
| zorgenparticipatie.nl | Stichting ZeP | The text fragment emphasizes the importance of play and collaboration for children's development, particularly for children with disabilities, to help them participate in society. The Stichting ZeP focuses on facilitating participation for intensive care children and their families, providing them with a safe and challenging environment. The website contains information about events, annual reports, the organization's team, contact details, and social media channels. | Childcare → Individual Support 208 | play 631 participation 1430 foundation 6678 collaboration 16036 event 45199 | |
| mentaletopsportacademie.nl | Mentale TopSport Academie | The academy utilizes sport and creative thinking to help children and young people connect with their personal experiences. Mentale TopSport Academie has been coaching and supporting youth for 15 years with the aim of empowering them with their mental strength. The organization invites visitors to a free introductory meeting. | Education → Sports Psychology 183 | mental strength 26 introductory meeting 92 youth 3126 sport 4228 coach 25810 | |
| fanchamps.nl | Fanchamps Educational Consulting | The company is led by drs. Nicole Fanchamps, an educational psychologist specializing in inter-cultural developmental psychology. Nicole Fanchamps has experience working with various educational institutions, including schools, colleges, and collaborations. Her expertise includes areas such as instrument development, method development, exam development, and the transfer of students between educational levels. | Business & Management → Educational Consulting 561 | educational consulting 11 education 13471 | North-Brabant → Eindhoven 11845 |
| vanvlietpsychotherapie.nl | Psychotherapiepraktijk Marieke van Vliet | The practice focuses on adults aged 18 and over and offers treatments within basic mental healthcare (BGGZ) and specialized mental healthcare (SGGZ). Currently, the practice only offers online psychotherapy. Furthermore, supervision is offered, both online and in the practice, and the practice is a supervisor for several professional associations. | | adults 617 psychotherapy 911 supervision 1184 treatment 21203 | |
| frans-coppelmans.jouwweb.nl | Stichting Plint | Frans Coppelmans has conducted research into systems and forms in visual art and general design over the past thirty years. His research is based on the analysis of hundreds of drawings by children, focusing on structural relationships and developmental phases. The conclusion is that children's drawings exhibit a recurring pattern of structure that parallels human development and the history of Western culture. | Architecture & Design → Designers 61 | visual art 136 structure 1305 drawings 1329 culture 3922 research 8967 | |
| walkinginyourshoes.nl | Walking In Your Shoes (WIYS) Netherlands | The Walking In Your Shoes method is a phenomenological Body/Mind method intended to provide clarity and promote positive change and personal growth. The website is set up by certified facilitators and trainers of Walking In Your Shoes (WIYS) Netherlands to provide an overview of these experts. Workshops, training courses and courses are organized annually and the website of the facilitators may contain additional information. | Coaching → Organizational Coaching 266 | facilitator 116 empathy 212 insights 976 method 1505 change 2580 | |