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LEARN
Not by Chance, Dr. Tim Thayne's book on successful teen treatment, gives parents the framework they need before their teen comes home.
Don't just hope treatment works. Know how to make it work.
When parents understand the process, they become powerful partners in their teen's growth — during treatment and long after the homecoming.
About the Book
About the Book
Your struggling teen is going to a residential or wilderness program. Heartsick and anxious you wonder:
- Will this work?
- Was this really necessary?
- Will she ever forgive me?
- Can we handle him at home when the time comes?
Dr. Thayne delivers the answers through solid research, simple exercises, and captivating stories taken from Thayne's own life and the living rooms of thousands of American homes. Not by Chance serves up concrete tools, hope, confidence, and stamina for families, professionals, and mentors.
Topics Include
Why good programs work
What to do when the testing begins
How to boost—not undermine—treatment
When and how to grant back privileges and freedoms
Nine dangers waiting after discharge
How to ease your young adult's transition from treatment to independent living
How to identify natural mentors for your teen
When you know you've succeeded
Four Steps to Treatment Success
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PLAN
The Trustyy Transition Planner lets your teen build their own roadmap home – with input from you and their therapist. When teens lead the plan, they own it.
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FOLLOW-THROUGH
The Trustyy App turns that plan into daily action. Automated check-ins, progress tracking, accountability — in your pocket, not in a binder.
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GROW
Parent Coaching built specifically for the transition home and the hard moments that still come.
Get the Book Parents Call the “Transition Bible” Today!
...Well written, well organized and easy to read, even for parents in the midst of turmoil. I have recommended that all of the caregivers we have used include this in their parent reading lists."
Amazon Customer
My wife and I have religiously followed the instruction of our child's therapist and have read all the books assigned. As we have read each book, the material keeps getting better. This is the best one so far."
B. Shenoy, Parent
Tim's wise and seasoned counsel, stories, and examples richly illustrate the principles taught, making them come alive and easy to understand. He's given families everywhere a precious gift."
S. Farnsworth, Parent
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No parent should feel anxious about their teen's homecoming, and with the right tools, you won't.
Meet Dr. Tim Thayne, Recognized Pioneer in Treatment Aftercare
- Co-Founder Wilderness and Residential Treatment Programs
- Founder of Homeward Bound
- Developer of the Family Bridge platform
- Author of "Taking the Reins" and "Not by Chance: How Parents Boost Their Teen's Success In and After Treatment"
- Founder of Trustyy, the treatment platform and mobile app that turns transition plans into success at home.
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Not by Chance Podcast
Hosted by Dr. Tim Thayne, the Not by Chance Podcast delivers honest conversations with parents, therapists, and leaders who are helping intentional families find confidence and peace at home.
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