Can’t not won’t - Videos for parents

These videos give information on EBSA, starting with the Psychology of EBSA including working with schools through to Recovery to Rediscovery.

Each video has an accompanying handout with links to further information and support

Content is accurate at the time of recording and reflects current research and guidance - Nov 2025

Part 1: Understanding the psychology behind Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA) and the approaches taken to meet EBSA needs.

Presented by Educational Psychologist Katie Pitman.

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1. Defining EBSA and it's link to anxiety

2. Main psychological considerations when understanding EBSA

Part 2: A joined up approach between schools and parents/carers

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1. The EBSA integrated model – a recap from part 1

2. Risk factors and protective factors

3. Effective EBSA intervention

4. What should schools be doing

5. Six key considerations for parent carer support

Coming Soon

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Coming Soon 〰️

• Part 3: Health and Wellbeing (including sleep)

• Part 4: Parent Wellbeing: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Part 5: Emotion Coaching

• Part 6: Recovery to Rediscovery

• Part 7: EBSA and Neurodiversity