MILIEU THERAPY IN THE CENTRE

The aim of milieu therapy is to organize the environment around the child so that those who have been abused and/or have insufficient mental regulation have the opportunity to deal with their development and problems following the abuse incidents. The emphasis is put on creating a supportive environment based on the child’s individual needs, constant cooperation with the child, and a therapeutic relationship. The service is provided on the basis of active cooperation with the child, involving the child and his or her relatives and family/guardians.

The duration of the service is long-term, 1-3 years (average 2 years), the need for the duration is assessed by the team and the manager of the therapy centre and according to the child’s individual needs.

The therapy centre supports children and young people around the clock. The possibilities and needs of home periods, when the child is applying what he has experienced in the treatment home in home conditions, are clarified in cooperation with the network and are based on each child/youth individually.