You don’t need to choose between supporting your child’s mental health and meeting school expectations.

If nothing changes, you already know what the next term might look like.

The morning panic.
The tears and stand-offs.
The emails from school that feel like a punch in the stomach.
You trying to hold everything together while wondering if you are somehow getting it wrong.

Supporting a child with Emotionally Based School Avoidance is a lot for one person to carry. 


Survive EBSA is a 12-week supportive group programme for parents navigating Emotionally Based School Avoidance, so you can protect the harmony in your home and keep your family unit intact while you figure out what comes next.


Starts Monday 23rd February 

Doors close Sunday 15th at midnight


You are NOT failing. You’re carrying something incredibly heavy, and you don’t have to carry it on your own anymore.

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Survive EBSA exists because no parent should have to hold this alone

Parenting a child with EBSA can feel like walking a tightrope. 

Trying to be the parent the school system expects. Trying to be the parent your child actually needs. Trying to keep your own mental health above water while you support everyone else. 

Many parents tell me they feel lost and unsure of themselves, no one around them really understanding, they’re holding onto guilt and shame, and that their family feels fractured and isolated. 

EBSA doesn’t just affect attendance. It affects how you feel as a parent, how your family functions and how you see the future. 

Survive EBSA gives you a steady place to land so you can be supported, understood and guided as you make decisions in a very hard situation.

Led by Dr. Carolyne

Survive EBSA is led by Dr Carolyne Keenan, a Registered Counselling Psychologist with over a decade of experience supporting families through school-based anxiety, burnout and Emotionally Based School Avoidance. 

Across 12 weeks, the programme is designed to help you: 
 
Understand what’s really behind your child’s school avoidance, so you can respond with more clarity and less panic 
Rebuild emotional safety, connection and trust at home 
Work more confidently with schools, even if things have felt tense 
Create a realistic, flexible reintegration plan that fits your child 
Look after your own wellbeing, so you can support your child without burning out 

This programme isn’t about ‘fixing’ your child, it’s about supporting you, the person holding everything. 

Parents are a central protective factor in EBSA recovery so when you feel steadier and less alone, everything starts to shift.

EBSA touches the whole family

EBSA doesn’t happen in a vacuum. 

It can take a toll on: 

  • Parental mental health and confidence 
  • Partner relationships 
  • Siblings Family connection 
  • Work, finances and social life 

Many families slowly withdraw because they’re exhausted and overwhelmed. And you simply cannot support your child sustainably if you are running on empty. 

Survive EBSA recognises that you matter too. It’s a space where your feelings, needs and limits are taken seriously, because supporting you is part of supporting your child.

The heart of Survive EBSA: community and connection

Yes, you will receive high-quality psychological input in this programme. What parents talk about most, though, is the experience of not having to do this alone.

A private, moderated Facebook community

You will have access to a private Facebook community just for Survive EBSA parents. 

It’s a space where you can: 

Share honestly without feeling judged 
Ask questions you don’t feel safe asking elsewhere 
Hear from other parents facing similar decisions 
Be reminded that you are not doing it wrong 

This isn’t a noisy, advice-heavy group. It’s a carefully held, respectful space where lived experience is valued and confidentiality matters.

Weekly live group calls with Dr. Carolyne

Each Friday, we meet live online for a one-hour group call. 

You can: 

Pre-submit questions 
Bring current struggles and decisions 
Share moments that feel hard or confusing 
Receive psychologically informed guidance that is grounded in real family life 

Parents often say these calls are where things start to click into place. Patterns make more sense, the pressure eases and they stop feeling like the only adult in the room who can see what’s happening. 

You don’t have to speak if you do not want to. You’re welcome to come along, listen and take what you need. 

If you can’t attend live, you’ll receive the recording to watch back in your own time.
A space to think about impossible decisions
Supporting a child with EBSA often means: 

  • Slowing down in a system that’s pushing for speed 
  • Prioritising emotional safety in environments built around attendance and compliance 
  • Making decisions that other people may not understand 

That friction is painful and lonely for parents. 

Survive EBSA gives you a place to: 

Talk about what you’re holding with people who understand the context 
Make sense of why this feels so intense and exhausting 
Stop feeling like you’re failing someone, whatever you choose 
Find a way of parenting that fits your values and your child’s nervous system 

This isn’t about being defiant or giving up on education. It’s about parenting thoughtfully in a situation that was never designed with your child in mind.
What's included in the 12-week programme

When you join Survive EBSA, you receive: 

Weekly one-hour live group calls with Dr. Carolyne 
Access to a private, moderated Facebook community 
Self-paced learning resources to deepen your understanding 
Guided reflective exercises to help you process what you are carrying 
A psychologically informed, non-judgmental approach 
Ongoing support across the full 12 weeks 

This isn’t a course you need to race through; it’s a place you can return to each week as things unfold.
What we cover, week by week
The structure is there to hold you, not to add pressure. You engage at a pace that fits what your family can manage.

Week 1 – Understanding EBSA
What Emotionally Based School Avoidance is, what it’s not and why your child is not simply being difficult or lazy.

Week 2 – Building Connection and Trust
Practical ways to strengthen your relationship with your child so they feel safer, more seen and more understood at home.

Week 3 – Recognising and Validating Emotions
How to spot signs of anxiety and dysregulation, and how to respond in ways that calm rather than inflame.

Week 4 – Understanding the Legal Framework
An accessible overview of UK education law, including your child’s rights and the school’s responsibilities under the Equality Act.

Week 5 – Collaborating with the School
Tools, language and conversation starters for building more constructive relationships with school staff.

Week 6 – Creating a Realistic Reintegration Plan
Support to design a gradual, child-led return to school that takes account of your child, your family and their nervous system.

Week 7 – Managing Anxiety and Building Coping Skills
Simple, evidence-informed strategies like grounding, breathing and ‘worry time’ for you and your child.

Week 8 – Establishing Healthy Routines and Boundaries
Looking at sleep, screens, structure and balance, and how small shifts can support everyone’s wellbeing.

Week 9 – Improving Family Communication and Reducing Conflict
Language and listening tools that help the whole household feel more like a team again.

Weeks 10–12 – Reviewing Progress and Planning Ahead
Time to notice what’s changed, adjust what isn’t working and look beyond the 12 weeks so you’re not left wondering “What now?”

Print at home resources

You will also receive practical, printable tools you can use at home with your child to help them: 


Put words to their feelings 

Express worries in safer ways 

Experiment with simple self-regulation strategies 


These are designed to support understanding and connection, not to force compliance.


Join by 15th February and receive a bonus

You will also receive access to a set of short
micro-lessons for parents.

These videos cover three key foundations that often change how the whole journey feels: 

Celebrating tiny wins – How to notice and anchor small moments of progress even when big things still feel hard

The science of co-regulation – How your nervous system helps calm your child’s 

Navigating guilt and burnout – Why this is not your fault and how to care for yourself while you support your child


Many parents say they wish they had understood these ideas much earlier!


Who this programme is for

Survive EBSA is for parents and carers supporting a child or young person with Emotionally Based School Avoidance, whether things have just started to wobble or this has been going on for a long time. 

It will be especially helpful if you: 

  • Feel lost, overwhelmed or unsure what to try next 
  • Are doubting yourself despite doing your best 
  • Want understanding more than more pressure or advice 
  • Are worried about your own mental health as well as your child’s 
  • Want to feel less alone in making very difficult decisions 

You don’t need to have everything figured out to join. You don’t need your child to be at a particular ‘stage’ for this to help. Survive EBSA is about supporting you as you are, with the situation you are in right now.

So, let this be the year things start to feel different for both of you...


Supporting a child with EBSA asks parents to do something deeply counterintuitive… to slow down in a world that demands speed, to prioritise safety in systems built around attendance and to hold uncertainty for longer than feels comfortable. 


That’s an emotional load no parent should carry alone. 

Survive EBSA exists to walk alongside you for 12 weeks with understanding, structure and solidarity so you don’t have to keep doing this by yourself.

Real parents,
real results...

If you're wondering whether this kind of support can really make a difference, here’s what other parents have shared after walking this path.

*Note: Photos are for illustration purposes only and are not of actual clients

The change in our daughter was incredible

I cannot stress how big a part Carolyne has played in our lives. We will forever be grateful for her role in ensuring that our daughter can now live a full and rich life.

Carolyne quite simply saved my loved one's life

My child is now thriving in life, where they once felt hopelessness.

Carolyne has been invaluable since my teenage daughter began experiencing burnout at school.

I highly recommend Carolyne. Thank you, Carolyne! x

Join Survive EBSA today

The investment for the full 12-week programme is £899, which works out at £75 per week per family, and you are welcome to share the space with a co-parent. 

A split pay option is available at 3 × £299.67. 

Many parents are already spending time, money and emotional energy on short-term solutions that don’t address the heart of the problem. Survive EBSA is designed to support you over time, with a clear structure and a human being to talk things through with. 

Doors close on Sunday at midnight. 
The programme begins on Monday 23rd February. 

Once the group starts, new members will not be added so the space can stay contained and safe. 

If you’re ready to have support rather than trying to hold this all by yourself, you can secure your spot using the options below.


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Still have questions?


It is completely understandable to have questions, especially when you are tired and worried. 


If your question is not answered in the FAQ section below, you are welcome to email info@carolynekeenan.co.uk and we will do our best to help you decide if this is the right fit for you and your family.

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    Who is Survive EBSA for?

    Survive EBSA is for parents and carers supporting a child or young person with Emotionally Based School Avoidance, whether this is quite new or has been going on for a long time. 

    It’s especially helpful if you feel overwhelmed, unsure what to do next, worried about your own mental health, or very alone in the decisions you are making. 

    You don’t need to have everything figured out, or for things to be at a particular ‘stage’, for this programme to be useful.

    What makes Survive EBSA different from other courses or resources?

    There’s a lot of information about EBSA online. The hard part is holding that information when things are intense! 

    Survive EBSA gives you: 

    • A clear structure to follow 
    • Live support from a psychologist who understands EBSA 
    • A small community of parents who get it 
    • Space to think and feel, not just more things to do 

    It’s not a one-size-fits-all set of tips. It’s a contained space to make sense of your own situation with guidance.

    What if I’m worried about sharing in a group?

    You’re not the only one who feels like that. 

    You will never be pushed to share more than you want to. Many parents begin by listening, posting occasionally in the group, and gradually speaking up when they feel safer. 

    You’re welcome whether you are chatty, quiet, emotional, practical or unsure.

    What if I miss a live session?

    All live calls are recorded. If you can’t attend, you can watch the replay at a time that works for you. You will still have full access to the community, learning resources and reflective exercises, so you won’t fall behind!

    Will this help with working alongside school?

    Yes. A key part of the programme is helping you think more clearly about school, so you can walk into meetings feeling steadier and less blamed. 


    We will look at: 


    • How to talk about EBSA in ways staff can understand 
    • How to hold your child’s needs alongside school requests 
    • How to set realistic expectations and next steps 


    The programme doesn’t replace school meetings, but it can make you feel less alone and more prepared for them.

    What if I’m worried I’ve already made mistakes?

    Most parents in this situation carry a lot of guilt! 

    Survive EBSA isn’t about judging past choices. It’s about understanding what has been happening and supporting you to move forward with more information and more care for yourself. 

    You’re welcome here exactly as you are, even if you feel you’ve got things wrong.

    How much time do I need each week?

    The core pieces are: 

    • One live call per week for about an hour 
    • A little time, when you can, to read, reflect, post in the group or watch the educational videos

    Some weeks you might engage more, some weeks less. Consistency matters more than doing everything perfectly. This programme is designed with tired, stretched parents in mind.

    Is this a therapy programme for my child?

    No. Survive EBSA is a parent support and education programme. 

    The focus is on you: your understanding, confidence, emotional regulation and decision making. 

    That support often benefits children indirectly, but it doesn’t replace individual therapy, assessments or clinical treatment.

    What actually happens in the weekly live calls?

    Each call lasts around an hour on Zoom. 

    Parents can: 

    • Pre-submit questions 
    • Bring current situations they are wrestling with Listen to others reflect on similar themes 

    Dr. Carolyne will respond with psychologically informed guidance, always with care for your child, you and your family system. You can have your camera on or off, speak or stay quiet. Listening in is completely okay.

    What if my child’s situation is more severe or complex?

    Many families who join are dealing with high anxiety, overlapping needs, long-term struggles or past trauma. 

    The programme doesn’t offer one simple solution. Instead, it helps you think about your specific situation with more support and less panic. 

    If you need extra or specialist help, you can talk about that too and think through next steps.

    I’m already exhausted - will this feel like too much?

    The programme is built with exhausted parents in mind. You are not expected to show up at your best. 

    You’re encouraged to: 

    • Come as you are 
    • Take part when you can 
    • Use the replays and resources in ways that fit your energy 

     Many parents find that simply having one held space each week actually reduces the sense of overwhelm, rather than adding to it.

    Does Survive EBSA support parents’ mental health too?

    Yes. Your wellbeing is part of the work. 

    We will talk about: 

    • Burnout and emotional overload 
    • Guilt and self-criticism 
    • How to look after your nervous system while you support your child 

    Supporting you is not separate from supporting your child. It’s a vital part of it.

    Is Survive EBSA right for me if I’m not sure what the ‘right’ next step is?

    Yes. You don’t need a clear plan to join. 

    Survive EBSA is designed for parents who are still in the middle of things, still working out what to do and still feeling pulled in different directions. 

    If you know you can’t keep doing this completely on your own, but you aren’t sure what comes next, you are in the right place.

    What is the main thing parents gain from Survive EBSA?

    Parents often say the biggest change is that they don’t feel like they’re doing this alone anymore.

    Alongside that, many notice: 

    • Less self-blame 
    • Clearer thinking about school and home 
    • A calmer atmosphere in the family 
    • A stronger sense of knowing why they’re making a decision even if it’s hard