Simone Pieterse is an experienced behavioral scientist specializing in child and youth psychology, currently serving as a Gedragswetenschapper (Orthopedagoog/GZ-psycholoog) at WIJ Groningen since February 2020. Prior roles include positions at IN2-PSY, GGD Groningen, and a previous stint at WIJ Groningen, with extensive experience in clinical and ambulatory settings. Simone Pieterse began a professional career at Bureau Jeugdzorg Groningen and has developed expertise as a GZ-psychologist in training. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in Orthopedagogiek from the University of Groningen and a degree in Social Work from Hanze, complemented by further training as a GZ-Psychologist at Opleidingsinstituut PPO.