Preparing for the intake interview
What to expect during an on-site intake interview
When you arrive at the venue for your intake interview, please report to reception. A practitioner will come to meet you. During the intake interview, you will discuss your symptoms. Together, we will determine which treatment best suits your needs. You will also have the opportunity to ask the practitioner any questions you may have.
What (and who) should you bring along to the intake interview?
- A valid form of ID (passport, ID card, driving licence or residence permit);
- A list of any medication you are currently taking (available from your pharmacy);
- We recommend bringing someone with you to the intake interview, such as a partner, family member or friend.
What to expect during an online intake interview
During the online intake interview, you will discuss your symptoms. Together, we will determine which treatment best suits your needs. You will also have the opportunity to ask the practitioner any questions you may have.
You may find it helpful to have a partner, family member or friend with you during the online intake interview.
What do you need to have ready for the online intake interview?
- A valid form of ID (passport, ID card, driving licence or residence permit);
- A list of any medication you are currently taking (available from your pharmacy);
Can you bring someone with you to the intake interview?
As an intake interview can feel nerve-racking, we suggest bringing a partner, family member or friend along for support. At {{site name}}, we refer to this person as a close friend or relative (Dutch: naaste). A close friend or relative can offer valuable insight into how they experience your symptoms and support us in finding the best way to help you. Working together with your family or friends will also help you achieve your personal goals during treatment and will have a positive impact on your relationship with them. We can also ask how your close friend or relative is feeling and find out if there’s anything we can do to support them. On the Relatives page, your close friend or relative can find more information about mental health issues and how to cope with them as a close friend or relative.
Which questionnaires do you need to complete before the intake interview?
Your practitioner would like to know whether the treatment is effective. For this reason, we regularly assess how you are experiencing it. Before your intake interview, you will be invited to complete a number of online questionnaires. After that, we will assess the effectiveness of your treatment every three months. We do this by sending questionnaires to you by email. We will share the results with you.
What does smoke-free mental health care at PuntP involve?
PuntP is smoke-free for employees, clients, patients and visitors. Smoking is no longer permitted in and around any of our buildings. We do not require our clients to stop smoking at home. If you want to quit smoking, we can help you get extra support. During the intake interview, we will explore the options with you.