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Alone Inside
Children with Asperger syndrome navigate a world that often doesn’t mirror their inner reality. This report, drawing on expertise from Hessel Willemsen, sheds light on daily challenges, the nuances of diagnosis, and hopeful paths for support—for families, teachers, and clinicians. Read the full piece to discover compassionate, real-world guidance.
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Who Cares?
On the verge of government moves to place more children in permanent adoptive families, Psychologist Hessel Willemsen guides us through the upheaval, heartbreak, and quiet courage of children separated from their families, highlighting the longing for stability and the immense impact of everyday acts of care. It’s a moving reminder of why reforms matter—and how compassionate, informed support can change a child’s path from uncertainty to belonging.
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"Dr Willemsen is a highly respected expert clinical psychologist in family proceedings, frequently used in the most complex cases where his insight, fairness, independence, and integrity have often been pivotal to the best outcomes for the children involved. "
Solicitor and High Court Advocate
"I have found his insight into this family and these proceedings of the greatest assistance.  In my judgment, Dr Willemsen has understood this family, the strengths and weaknesses of each parent and HN’s current situation and needs."
Circuit Judge
"His breadth of experience and willingness to consider all aspects of psychological functioning to find both explanations and solutions make his evaluations and reports unmissable."
Solicitor and High Court Advocate
"Dr Willemsen’s evidence was balanced, very carefully thought through, illuminated by much reflective insight and, again, of very considerable assistance."
past president of the family division

"The input he provides is invaluable to professionals and judges, families in crisis,  and the children themselves, including his recommendations for any suitable therapy which could assist with any issues identified. He could not be more highly recommended."

Solicitor and High Court Advocate

"In his thoughtful and perceptive oral evidence Dr Willemsen set out the difficult issues that arise in this case."

High Court Judge