Our team
JongStressVRIJ stands for
- Online & on location
- No waiting times, immediate help
- For everyone
- 1 permanent practitioner
JongStressVRIJ was founded at the end of 2019 out of a deep-felt need to bring about change in conventional healthcare. I, Priscilla, saw that the current working methods were no longer adequate and wanted to make a positive contribution. Fortunately, many professionals, including those in other organizations, are working hard to make this change possible. Special appreciation goes out to all colleagues in conventional healthcare for their dedication.
Who is Priscilla
My name is Priscilla Klercq, I'm 39 years old, and I'm married to Joost (who also works for the organization). Together, we're the owners and founders of JongStressVRIJ and the WEEBER Method. We have a beautiful 7-year-old daughter and live wonderfully close to the beach and the woods. Nature and the hustle and bustle are just a stone's throw away, and we choose what we feel like doing whenever we feel like it.
At the end of 2019, I fulfilled my long-cherished dream: opening my own practice called JongStressVRIJ. I can still see myself represented in the Chamber of Commerce. The epidemic hit in late 2019 and early 2020. As solution-oriented as I am, I saw this as an opportunity. The first thing I realized was that besides being a therapist, you're also an entrepreneur. So, I had to develop my entrepreneurial skills while also seeing and treating clients.
For months, I've immersed myself in all sorts of courses, Google, podcasts, online networking, and so on, all to make this practice a success. Because deep within me is the mission: No one should feel lonely or alone when they're stuck in their life.
My mission is to support young people and adults struggling with feelings of loneliness, stress, anxiety, and depression. In my opinion, these problems should never become the guiding principle of anyone's life. When I was young, I experienced anxiety attacks at 13, followed by severe burnout and depression at 23. When I was pregnant with my daughter, I experienced prenatal depression and, in retrospect, postnatal depression after the birth.
I'm incredibly grateful for these life events; otherwise, I wouldn't be at this point in my life and wouldn't have been able to realize my dreams. I've tackled and processed everything to the core. As a result, I'm a more energetic person and can move through my practice every day with boundless energy.
I get to help and treat people every day. I'm so grateful for that!
Joost and I developed the WEEBER Method together. The WEEBER Method has also recently become a recognized brand. The WEEBER Method proves time and again how effective the method is, and thanks to the unique treatment methods, we see rapid progress with the client. This is also what we aim to achieve every day. As soon as you walk out the door, we want you to notice a difference, or to feel that your process is changing internally.
What makes the WEEBER Method so unique, and want to learn more? Click on "WEEBER Method" at the top of the bar and then go to the brochure.
We're a rapidly growing organization that aims to maintain a personal approach. We ensure that all our employees are trained using the WEEBER Method and that each employee receives sufficient attention. We want this for our clients and for our employees as well. Everyone is welcome to contribute their input, and we can learn from each other.
Within five years, we've expanded to three locations. You can find us in Tuitjenhorn, Zwaagdijk West, and Zwaagdijk Oost. You can also contact us online for all types of therapy.
We want to avoid waiting lists, so we choose to prepare staff in advance. If we notice our colleagues are filling up and a waiting list is likely to form, we hire new colleagues and thoroughly train them before they start working with clients, incorporating their own expertise and experience.
Who is Joost
My name is Joost, I'm 39 years old, and I work energetically and passionately as a therapist at JongStressVRIJ. With my humor, commitment, and interest in people, I ensure that clients quickly feel comfortable and have the opportunity to discuss everything. My approach is personalized and focused on fast results, tailoring treatments to your specific needs.
I was born in Broek op Langedijk and lived in Heerhugowaard for 14 years. I've lived in Sint Maarten since 2016. Besides my work, I have a great passion for theater, especially cabaret, which is also reflected in my work style. Humor often helps to make difficult topics discussable.
I am a BIG-registered psychiatric nurse and have years of experience working with children, adolescents, and parents who are struggling in their lives or relationships. This can affect various areas of life, and I'm proud that at JongStressVRIJ we can offer a safe space to address these challenges, without long waiting times or complicated diagnoses.
My treatment method is action-oriented and personalized. Together with you, I'll create a life story and explore your interests and passions. We'll incorporate this into the treatment, ensuring the sessions are not only effective but also enjoyable. Sometimes this means we'll exercise together or participate in other activities that suit you. If being in person isn't possible, we can also work via video call.
People who come to me appreciate my directness and down-to-earth approach. I'm goal-oriented and discuss everything without taboos. Together, we quickly get to the heart of the matter, so you don't get stuck in a process forever. I look forward to working with you and helping you regain control of your life!
Martine
I am Martine de Vries, 47 years old, and I live with my husband and our two teenage sons in Heerhugowaard.
Both in my private life and at work, I am creative and curious. In my private life, this is reflected in my many hobbies and the stacks of books I read.
In my work, this is evident in my out-of-the-box thinking, my metaphors, and the depiction of situations and patterns through drawing and acting. As a coach, trainer, and educator, I flexibly apply whatever is needed and appropriate at that moment. My curiosity is reflected in how I am always learning and constantly seeking more knowledge about people in general and my field in particular.
I worked at a Supported Living facility for an extended period. There, I provided training to volunteers and paired volunteers with clients as buddies. Additionally, I worked as a residential support worker and eventually as a policy officer specializing in the use of expertise by experience.
I had a complicated start in life, and our family was involved with social services from the age of 13. I eventually lived in multiple foster families and various residential settings. I have dealt extensively with loneliness and exclusion, and struggled with the right to exist. It was so severe that there was a period when I no longer wanted to live.
It has been quite a process to start feeling happy with myself, life, and in contact with others.
As a young adult, I lived at a supported living facility where I later went on to work. I eventually completed the Bachelor's program in Expertise by Experience in Care and Welfare to be able to translate this experiential knowledge into professional expertise by experience.
I work at JongstressVRIJ as a coach, trainer, and educator.
What I like about StressVRIJ is that we can provide tailored support. That is something I often missed during my own recovery process. Yet, connecting well with the other person, seeing what they already know and can do, and working from there is much more effective.
I have experienced curiosity about me, but primarily to pigeonhole me and determine “how to deal with me.” At JongstressVRIJ, I can be very openly curious about who you are. What truly makes you you, and what makes something work for you in a certain way, or conversely, not work. From there, I can apply the WEEBER methodology to address the core of your problems.
This works the same way when designing training courses and educating professionals. What do you need as a professional? What does your company need? What do you already know? What is needed to reach your desired level? Aligning and delivering custom solutions.
I find it important that the other person feels safe, understood, and heard.
From a place of connection, I look alongside you and point out the origins of problems, patterns that no longer work for you, and thoughts that stand in your way. I do this sometimes very gently, sometimes very confrontationally, and often with a touch of humor. With both individuals and teams.
To then get to work with it so that you can really start to feel a change within yourself.
That you are in the wheel, make your own choices, and can shape them in your own way.
Joyce
I'm Joyce van der Fluit, a driven and empathetic professional with a passion for helping people. My goal is to support others in finding peace and balance in their lives, especially during times of stress and uncertainty. My motto is: worry, not worry.
I'm originally a military nurse, earning my nursing diploma within the military and working there for 12 years. From the military, I transitioned to acute care, working in the ambulance dispatch center. I work there as a dispatcher.
I came into contact with the company's support team, which specializes in supporting colleagues after traumatic incidents. Various training courses in this area made me eager to learn more about psychosocial well-being, which is why I started the Psychosocial Counseling program.
This course is mainly theoretical until the final year, where the internship takes place. I found this too long, so I applied to JongStressVrij earlier in my training and was trained internally there using the WEEBER method.
I'm an expert in stress management and personal development. Through my own experiences with stress and my work with diverse clients, I've learned the importance of applying effective techniques to reduce stress and build resilience. This not only helps you better manage stressful situations but also leads to a healthier and happier life.
Situations in which gloomy and depressive thoughts pass by are not unfamiliar to me.
Due to intense events, both personal and work-related, I have personally experienced what this can do to a person.
The resilience that I have been able to see and recognize in myself makes me want to share this with others and help them during these periods in their lives.
I work at JongStressVRIJ – volwassenStressVRIJ – bedrijvenStressVRIJ because I believe in their mission. The diversity of tools they work with gives you a complete package that you can use with your clients.
Connecting with clients is the number one priority here. How often I hear: "I’ve had help before, but I didn't feel a connection" or "I didn't feel like they could understand me." That is different at JongStressVrij- BedrijvenStressVrij. Here, practitioners can also indicate that clients are a better fit with someone else, because they prioritize the client's needs and recovery. I find it valuable to help people and companies create a stress-free environment in which everyone can utilize their full potential. It gives me satisfaction to see how our methods contribute to the well-being and performance of our clients.
In my client contact, I believe it's important to create a safe and confidential environment where open communication is possible. I listen attentively to my clients' needs and concerns and work with them on recovery, processing, and solutions that are tailored to their individual situation. Respect, empathy, and transparency are essential values in my collaboration.
Humor is not lacking with me either; where appropriate, I will also try to laugh with my client.
The WEEBER Method is an effective approach that helps clients break their patterns and create new ones.
The WEEBER provides self-awareness, healing (where necessary), trauma processing and so much more.
Exploring the lifelines with clients provides so much insight into themes that play a role in the clients' lives.
All this helps to view stress, anxiety and depression complaints from different perspectives.
By combining various techniques, such as trauma therapy, emotion regulation, and cognitive behavioral therapy, clients can learn how to control their responses. In my experience, clients who use this method experience greater peace and clarity in their daily lives.
Ellen
I am Ellen, 35 years old, and I live with my husband and two children in the polder. In my free time, I enjoy the beach, where I can relax and clear my head. A year ago, I went through the WEEBER method under the guidance of Priscilla and Joost, and I was so impressed by this beautiful and effective approach that I am now starting work as a practitioner to help others.
At 13, we moved, forcing me to reconnect with friends and rebuild my social life. Two years later, I became seriously ill, forcing me to recover and give up many enjoyable activities with friends. This period brought with it a deep sense of loneliness, and I felt lost in my own body.
Despite the challenges, I earned my degree in laboratory technology and then in pharmacy. After seven years of working, I felt I was ready for a new challenge, especially after a period of grieving following a miscarriage. The loss of our child was difficult, but with the right support, I regained my strength. Shortly afterward, I lost my mother, which was a very difficult time, especially with a six-month-old baby. Thanks to the support of loving people around me and my caregivers, I now have a positive and strong outlook on life again.
These experiences helped me discover who I am and what I need to be happy. I decided to pursue hairdressing training, where I enjoyed the one-on-one conversations with clients. This led me to JongStressVRIJ, where I completed counseling training and also received EMDR training.
I look forward to talking with you. I'll give you the space to share your story. With my positive and patient attitude, I'll be there to help you create a plan that meets your needs. I can't wait to meet you in our beautiful practice!
Mascha
My name is Mascha van der Lee, 52 years old and happily married. Together with my husband, I have three beautiful daughters, of whom I am incredibly proud. We live happily in the West Frisian polder, where we enjoy the peace, space, and outdoor life.
Our family is not complete without our animals. We share our home with two sweet dogs and a cat, who bring joy every single day. Animals have always held a special place in my heart. For many years, I enjoyed practicing dog sports, and I also taught puppy and dog training for about twelve years. There, too, I discovered how wonderful it is to guide people and animals and see them grow together.
I am an enthusiastic, honest, and sincere person. All my life, I have loved having people around me; I spend a lot of time and fun with family and friends, which I consider very important. Contact with others gives me energy, and I enjoy meaningful conversations, connection, and truly being able to listen to someone's story. I believe that everyone wants to be seen and heard, and that genuine attention can make all the difference.
Already I have been working as a hairdresser with great love for 37 years. and since In 2007, I became the proud owner of my own hair salon.. For me, my profession goes far beyond just cutting or coloring hair. It is about personal attention, trust, and ensuring that someone walks out feeling good. Over the years, I have noticed that people come not only for a beautiful hairstyle, but also for a listening ear, a pleasant conversation, and a moment for themselves.
Over ten years ago, I felt it was time to invest in myself as well. After being on the verge of burnout, I decided things had to change. I asked myself the questions: Who am I? What am I good at? What gives me energy? And how can I truly make a difference for others?
I followed a training course Shiatsu, various massage courses, the course Access Bars® and various training courses in Body Processes. After that, I followed a course in Conscious Leadership. During that training, I increasingly found myself. I discovered how important personal growth, awareness, and self-development are. My curiosity only grew, and I wanted to keep learning, not only about myself but also about how I can guide others in a loving way.
That is how I came into contact with the Young Stress-Free Academy from Priscilla and Martine. From the very first moment, it felt like a warm embrace. Within this program, I embarked on a special journey with great pleasure, dedication, and hard work. I truly learned to look myself in the eye, explored old patterns, was able to feel deeper layers of myself, and came closer to my own core. This program has not only given me a lot of knowledge but, above all, a great deal of personal growth. I have now proudly completed the program.
Today, I work with great passion as a counselor at Jong Stressvrij.. It is incredibly special to be able to guide people on their own path. Everyone has their own story, challenges, and life experiences. Together, we explore what someone is struggling with, what is at play, and what support fits best at that moment.
In my guidance, I work with, among other things, the Weeber Method. This method helps to make visible what is stored in the body and how events can influence your thinking, feeling, and acting. Based on that insight, we set healing and insightful techniques in which align with your personal process.
Anneke
I am someone who looks at people with an open mind and genuine curiosity. I believe that behind every behavior, every emotion, or every situation in which you feel stuck, there is a story. That is why I look beyond what is visible. Together, we will search for the core: where did it originate, what patterns play a role, and what do you need to move forward again?
I find it important that you feel seen and heard. I create a safe environment where you can be yourself and where everything can be discussed. I listen attentively, ask questions that delve deeper, and point out what I observe, always with respect, without judgment, and sometimes with a touch of humor.
What characterizes me is that I quickly see connections and know how to find the common thread. I help you gain insight into what is happening beneath the surface, so that not only do symptoms diminish, but lasting change can also occur.
Within the WEEBER method, I believe that true change begins with understanding the cause. Not by learning to cope with what you are struggling with, but by discovering why you are stuck. From that insight, space is created to make different choices that align with who you are.
I wish everyone the confidence to learn to understand themselves better. For when you discover what has shaped you unconsciously, space is created to move forward with more freedom and under your own control.
Jessica
My name is Jessica. In my free time, I enjoy being out in nature and I go for walks regularly. I also love hosting friends at home, whom I then spoil with delicious food and fine wine. My Italian evenings, where I make the pizzas entirely myself from base to topping, are a frequent topic of conversation. And what people might not expect from me: I love dancing. If a DJ is spinning and the dance floor is still empty, I am the first one on it. How fun is it when the floor fills up in no time?
I have always done work where contact with people is central. I enjoy being there for others and helping people move forward. I get a lot of energy when I see an insight come in or healing take place. Walking alongside clients for a while, only to let them go again because they can move forward on their own, gives me enormous satisfaction.
What I regularly hear from friends and family is that they appreciate that I listen without judgment and that they can and may share everything with me; nothing is too crazy. I am aware of how vulnerable what is shared is, and I handle it with great care.
I find the WEEBER method so special because it aligns with the client's needs. No boxes, diagnoses, or protocols, but purely looking at what someone needs. That is precisely where the power of recovery lies. This also makes every session unique, because it is tailored to the individual. Clients often tell me that they feel heard and seen. That can sometimes be different with other forms of care.
I was able to experience it myself. I found that very nerve-wracking, because who am I without my trauma? After the treatments, I wished I had faced it years earlier. So much space opened up, which I could fill anew. At Jong Stressvrij, I discovered my passion: working with my heart and with the WEEBER method. To me, it doesn't feel like work.
An important life lesson is that I can always start over. When I was fourteen, an entire group of friends turned their backs on me and I had to change schools. I had to start all over again: a new school, making new friends. Because that went so well, it has made me very strong. I know now: I can always start over.
When I experience stress myself, I go back to basics. Home is the most important thing. I clear my schedule wherever possible and adopt the 'one thing at a time' strategy. That gives me an overview and stability. And yes, sometimes I just empty the cookie jar.
Mutual respect, honesty, connection, and safety are important values to me. I hope you feel heard and seen with me, and that our connection, based on warmth and trust, may develop into a beautiful journey that you look back on with a good feeling. People describe me as reliable, flexible, empathetic, and sincere, but I certainly have a sense of humor as well.
Linda
I am Linda de Boer, partner and mother of two daughters. For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to work with people who need help. At one time, I hesitated between creative therapy, social work, and art school. Ultimately, I chose a combination, challenging myself to complete an academic degree later in life, specializing in how people learn and develop.
Colleagues and people I have coached describe me as creative and empathetic, knowledgeable, and possessing good judgment. I enjoy working with others to figure out which approach or method truly helps them move forward. If we succeed, I am happy.
Of course, I have also experienced moments of my own, and sometimes still do, when I find life difficult and painful. At times like those, I appreciate it when someone is willing to stand beside me and think things through with me, without telling me what I "must" do. That is how I want to be there for you too.
I find Jong Stressvrij an interesting and bold organization: fast and effective assistance based on an experience-based method, without a waiting list, where the person behind the request for help is the starting point for the steps to be taken.
I find the WEEBER method developed by the organization to be well-structured. I have noticed that the sequence of the approach provides a solid foundation for a client to take steps towards a better life. In doing so, it is important to listen carefully, stay close to the client's words, and determine the direction together.
Besides getting enjoyment out of my work, I really enjoy going out with my husband, daughters, or girlfriends. I love thrift stores and flea markets, but also art, both looking at it and creating it myself, as well as sports and walking my dog. I enjoy doing a lot of things and can get captivated by anything and everything. People around me say that I am "always" busy with something.
There are a few things I shouldn't do, but do anyway. For instance, I collect too many paintings and I really love licorice. Unfortunately, I also have somewhat high blood pressure, so when I buy licorice, it is immediately thrown away by my husband and children. And what people often find surprising: I am Christian.
Mutual respect, honesty, connection, and safety are important values to me. I hope you feel heard and seen with me, and that our connection, based on warmth and trust, may develop into a beautiful journey that you look back on with a good feeling. People describe me as reliable, flexible, empathetic, and sincere, but I certainly have a sense of humor as well.
Dominique
My name is Dominique van der Tas. In May 2026, I started as a therapist at JongStressvrij. The name came up regularly, and the mission and vision immediately piqued my interest. When a vacancy came along at the right moment, the decision was quickly made.
By nature, I am curious, eager to learn, and development-oriented. This has led me to work for many companies and hold various positions. For the past ten years, I have worked as a professional coach and mindfulness trainer (MBSR) in my own business. In doing so, I have had the privilege of guiding many young people and adults in their personal development.
In recent years, I have specialized primarily in burnout, stress reduction, and recognizing, acknowledging, respecting, and guarding boundaries. I do not work from the societal standard of "how high do you set the bar?", but together we will explore where your limit lies and whether there is still room to shift that limit slightly. This way, you can set the bar at the highest possible position without it falling off.
I myself was also out of action for a period and ended up at home with all kinds of complaints. For a long time, I had pushed myself beyond all my limits, tried to keep all the balls in the air, and there were multiple environmental factors that completely drained my battery. I didn't listen to my body's signals, clung to my patterns, and kept going until my battery was practically empty. It was a tough period that I don't like looking back on, but for which I am grateful. It made me realize that what I had always done was no longer helpful in my life.
Of course, I have also experienced moments of my own, and sometimes still do, when I find life difficult and painful. At times like those, I appreciate it when someone is willing to stand beside me and think things through with me, without telling me what I "must" do. That is how I want to be there for you too.
For me, mindfulness was an eye-opener. Most people might know mindfulness as enjoying the here and now, but it is much more than that. It provides you with skills and tools that teach you to become aware of your automatic behavior, your thought patterns, your pitfalls, and your boundaries. With that awareness, you become more skilled at managing or preventing stress triggers. It also shows you that you can look at situations or your own beliefs differently and deal with them in a different way. You learn to handle difficult experiences, your emotions, your thoughts, and your state of mind better. Slowing down is the key word here: change lies in the silence.
What I find so great about Jong Stressvrij is that we ourselves continue to learn through peer supervision, professional supervision, and training. We all bring our own knowledge and qualities and learn from each other. The WEEBER® method guides us and ensures that we get to the core first, so that we don't skip any important details. From there, we take follow-up steps to create a solid foundation that you can build upon.
What I find important in the processes is that you feel safe and can open up, where everything is allowed to be seen, heard, and felt. That is why we always start with an intake. I look forward to seeing you there and know: important choices require courage.
Pleun
I am Pleun Klaver and I live together with my friend in 't Zand. Everything related to has with awareness, health and personal development I think super important and I take it as a sponge. When I started as a 17-year-old to the program I studied Pedagogy in Amsterdam. that not only because I wanted to learn about the developmental stages of children, but especially because I knew that I would start myself develop. Even then I learned: as As a caregiver, you bring yourself along. in everything you do. And that is why it is important to the to know deeper layers within yourself.
After working in youth care for several years and holding various jobs, I felt that I did not belong in the field. Moreover, I felt that I lacked the tools to provide families with what they needed. Alongside my work, I decided to train as a holistic masseur, learning about ancient traditional Chinese medicine and what the body tells you. What started as an interest grew into a part of my work. Shortly afterward, I decided to pursue a three-year personal development program.
Besides aligning with who I am, my drive to develop myself also stems from having dealt extensively with grief, loss, and illness within my family. As a child, I decided back then: "I have to do it alone." That can become a deeply ingrained belief. Therefore, in my work as a counselor at Jong Stressvrij, I enjoy working with systemic principles. My experience as a youth care worker comes in handy here, as we do a lot of inner child work at Jong Stressvrij: bringing healing to where we had to suppress parts of ourselves as children.
In my work at Jong Stressvrij, everything I have done and learned comes together, and I can continue to learn. I find it very important that people feel seen and heard, and that with me you experience the peace to discover yourself: the good and the not-so-good sides. So that you feel more complete and 'whole' again.
Maggy
You will read more about Maggy here soon.
Robin
My name is Robin. I am an energetic, sensitive, and direct person with a great sense of humor and an open mind. I am easy to talk to and find it important that people feel comfortable around me. I like to think outside the box and am curious about what motivates people.
I find it special to be allowed to take a peek into someone's life, especially at moments when they are vulnerable. In doing so, I ask many questions, am genuinely curious, and dare to name what I see or feel. Not to judge, but to explore together what lies beneath. And when things get tough, I find it important to simply be there.
Zoë
I am Zoë and I live a cheerful, sometimes somewhat chaotic life. I live in Bergen with my two children and the cat. For love, I commute to Nijmegen every other weekend, because that is where my girlfriend lives.
Helping others is such a beautiful profession to me because I get to help someone else during the tough seasons of their life. I know this value because I have had my own struggles in life and received that help myself. No man is an island, and I believe that it is precisely when we learn to be vulnerable and share our inner world that we can reach our full potential.
Personally, I am always curious about the question: why do you do what you do? Because even the behavior or habit within ourselves that frustrates us or causes us to get stuck serves a purpose. It has likely managed to protect you for a very long time. As a result, there is always a strength or skill shining through it. That is exactly what I love about Jong Stressvrij: we look at your strength! You are more than the story you have lived, and that story deserves to be honored and given a place.
In our sessions, your story matters. The desire that motivates you takes center stage, and together we devise a route through your inner world.
Two things regarding the placement: Zoë is not yet in the "Our team" navigation list in the sidebar (which currently runs from Priscilla to Robin), so she needs to be added with an anchor link to her block. And check if there is a photo; otherwise, just like with Maggy, the logo will appear there for the time being.
I have experienced firsthand how valuable it is when someone stands beside you without judgment. That has shaped how I view people: with attention and understanding, without judgment. Everyone has their own story and their own baggage.
JongStressVRIJ stands for
- Online & on location
- No waiting times, immediate help
- For everyone
- 1 permanent practitioner
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