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The LWL-Klinik Marl-Sinsen – known as Haardklinik – is one of the largest and most traditional specialist clinics for child and adolescent psychiatry, psychotherapy and psychosomatics in Germany. Since its foundation in 1966, the clinic has developed into a center for the treatment and support of young patients with complex mental and psychosomatic illnesses. It belongs to the LWL-PsychiatrieVerbund, one of the leading providers of psychiatric care in the Westphalian region[1][5].
The focus is on inpatient and outpatient diagnostics, therapy and aftercare of mental illnesses in children, adolescents and their families. The main treatment focuses include:
The LWL-Klinik Marl-Sinsen pursues the goal of offering children and adolescents with mental illnesses the best possible, evidence-based and individualized care that enables them to stabilize and participate in society, school and family[1][5]. The dignity and rights of the young patients are at the center, as well as a participatory treatment culture and the close involvement of families in the therapy process.
The clinic places particular emphasis on a multi-professional, experienced team that continuously works on further training and quality assurance in order to be able to react to current scientific findings and social challenges[2]. An important aspect is the prevention of violence and abuse in the protected clinic environment - there are clear measures, training courses and internal protection concepts that are regularly reviewed[2].
The clinic understands its social mission to extend far beyond pure care: it contributes to the destigmatization of mental illnesses, promotes education in the public and works closely with schools, youth welfare institutions and other network partners to provide early assistance and to be active in prevention.
In the area of sustainability, the clinic is oriented towards the high standards of the LWL-PsychiatrieVerbund, which includes continuous quality development, the involvement of families, the training of employees and compliance with protection and prevention measures[1][2]. The clinic is also involved in the training and further education of specialists and supports innovations in child and adolescent psychiatry.
The broad range of services and many years of experience make the LWL-Klinik Marl-Sinsen one of the most important addresses for child and adolescent psychiatry in Germany. The clinic offers attractive development opportunities for employees in the fields of medicine, psychotherapy, nursing, education and administration, thereby providing impetus for future-oriented, patient- and family-centered care[1].
In addition, the clinic is constantly adapting and developing its services to meet changing social requirements - for example through digitization, new therapy approaches or changing clinical pictures. Through its regional roots and its participation in supra-regional networks, the Haardklinik makes an important contribution to equal health opportunities for all children and adolescents, regardless of their origin or social background.
