Jan Willem Poot

Jan Willem Poot is the founder and CEO of Yes We Can Clinics (YWCC), a successful youth mental health treatment organization in Europe.13 He established YWCC in 2010, which has since grown to become one of the most prominent youth clinics in the region.1

Background and Career

Jan Willem Poot's journey to founding YWCC is closely tied to his personal experiences. Before starting the clinics, he owned a sports company, which he sold in 2011 to focus on his new venture.2 His LinkedIn profile describes him as someone who aims to "inspire to make a difference and always pay it forward".4

Yes We Can Clinics

Under Poot's leadership, YWCC has achieved significant success:

• It is contracted by 355 Dutch municipalities and partnered with major Dutch insurance companies.1
• The clinic treats 165 fellows (young people aged 13-27) at a time, primarily from the Netherlands.1
• YWCC offers both inpatient treatment in Hilvarenbeek and intensive outpatient day treatment in Eindhoven.1
• The treatment method has proven highly effective, with 74% of fellows no longer requiring specialized care after treatment, and 91% engaging in meaningful daytime activities post-treatment.1

Impact and Recognition

Jan Willem Poot's work with YWCC has made a significant impact in the field of youth mental health treatment:

• YWCC is recognized as a turning point for many young people and their families when other treatments have failed.1
• The clinic addresses mental health issues, addictions, and behavioral problems in young people.1
• Poot's approach involves not only treating the young people but also providing support programs for their parents and carers.1

Jan Willem Poot continues to lead YWCC, expressing pride in making a difference in the lives of teenagers, young adults, and their families.5