Capa First Response launches a podcast!

CAPA FIRST RESPONSE CIC LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING PODCAST TO RAISE AWARENESS ON CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS’ HARMFUL BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS PARENTS/CARERS

Capa First Response CIC is proud to announce the launch of their eye opening new podcast, aimed at shedding light on a critical issue affecting families and professionals alike: harmful and aggressive behaviour exhibited by children and adolescents towards their parents or caregivers.

Titled “The CAPA Podcast – Understanding Child Against Parent Aggression” the podcast invites listeners to join the engaging discussions led by three experts in this area. You’ll hear Capa First Response CIC’s founder, Jane, alongside Senior Practitioner Matt and esteemed patron, Helen Bonnick, author of the book Child to Parent Violence and Abuse: A Practitioner’s Guide to Working with Families.

In each episode Jane, Matt, and Helen dive into various aspects of CAPA, covering topics such as school refusal, sibling dynamics, and neurodiversity with empathy and expertise. By sharing their experiences and insights, they aim to provide invaluable support and guidance to families navigating these challenges, as well as professionals working in the field.

Find out more, and find links to listen to each episode in our Podcast Hub.

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The Drama Triangle – Season 2 Episode 4

by Capa First Response | Oct 16, 2025 | Capa First Response, Podcast

In this episode, we dive into two powerful models that help us understand how we show up in conversations and conflicts. We explore the Drama Triangle, a really useful framework for recognising the roles we slip into when tension rises and the Communication Pie, which breaks down what truly carries weight in how we communicate.

Validation – Season 2 Episode 3

by Capa First Response | Oct 9, 2025 | Capa First Response, Podcast

The third episode in Season 2 of The Capa Podcast: “Validation” is now available to listen and watch. In this episode, Matt explains the importance of validating your child’s feelings, but without affirming or approving the behaviours and actions.

Safety Planning and Calling the Police – Season 2 Episode 2

by Capa First Response | Oct 2, 2025 | Capa First Response, Podcast

For many parents and carers, moments of crisis can feel frightening and overwhelming. In this episode, our Senior Practitioner Matt, together with a guest expert, explains clear and practical strategies to help you prepare for difficult situations. We talk about how to plan ahead for safety, how to de-escalate when possible, and how to make informed decisions about safety planning and calling the police.