Thrive Alcohol Recovery
The Thrive Alcohol Recovery Podcast is your go-to resource for all things related to The Sinclair Method (TSM)—a groundbreaking treatment for alcohol use disorder with a clinically proven 78% success rate. TSM uses the medication naltrexone to help people naturally reduce or stop drinking over time. What makes this method so unique is that abstinence isn’t required. Instead, it works on a deeper level—within the brain—to rewire habits and reduce cravings. This allows many people to return to moderate, safe drinking or choose an alcohol-free life without the fear of relapse. 🧠✨ In each weekly episode, we dive into inspiring Sinclair Method success stories, share expert tips and insights, explore the latest science and research, and cover so much more. We’re so glad you’re here and part of our growing community of Thrivers. ✨ Change your drinking, change your life. ✨
Episodes

Jan 23, 2026
Jan 23, 2026
10 min
This episode provides an in-depth discussion on the Sinclair Method (TSM) for reducing alcohol consumption, focusing on real-life challenges, coping mechanisms, and the psychological process involved in recovering from habitual drinking. Katie shares insights based on a comment from a viewer who has been practicing TSM for five years, highlighting common struggles and strategies to develop healthier habits alongside TSM.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Jan 16, 2026
Jan 16, 2026
24 min
Katie Lane, a Sinclair Method (TSM) success story, coach, and co-founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, shares her insights on the most common mistakes people make when following the Sinclair Method for alcohol use disorder. Drawing from her personal experience, coaching practice since 2018, and scientific literature—including The Cure for Alcoholism by Dr. Roy Eskapa—she outlines practical guidance to optimize success with TSM.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Jan 9, 2026
Jan 9, 2026
24 min
This episode provides an in-depth discussion on the use of Naltrexone in the Sinclair Method for treating alcohol dependence, emphasizing when and why the treatment might not work, common side effects, and practical advice for patients. The expert elaborates on the challenges of adherence, biological variability in drug metabolism, side effect profiles, and the psychological aspects of using Naltrexone. The conversation also touches on the evolving role of genetic testing to optimize dosing and the importance of balancing treatment with meaningful lifestyle changes.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Jan 2, 2026
Jan 2, 2026
58 min
This interview features Kent, a TSM (The Sinclair Method) user, sharing his personal journey with alcohol use, his experience with TSM, and insights on managing drinking habits. The conversation covers Kent’s drinking history, motivations to seek change, his discovery and application of TSM, and reflections on mental health, side effects of naltrexone (the medication used in TSM), mindfulness, and personal growth.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Dec 26, 2025
Dec 26, 2025
1 hr 14 min
This episode features an in-depth live Q&A session hosted by two experienced Sinclair Method (TSM) coaches, Samara and Katie. They address common questions, share personal experiences, and offer practical guidance about the Sinclair Method—a pharmacological treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD) involving the medication naltrexone (referred to as “N treone” or “nrexone” in the transcript). The session aims to educate, support, and provide clarity for individuals at various stages of the TSM journey.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
29 min
Katie Lane, founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery and a Sinclair Method (TSM) success advocate, addresses a common challenge faced by many people using the Sinclair Method: the perception that the method has stopped working after an initial period of success. She explains why this experience occurs, breaks down the treatment into three phases, and emphasizes the importance of combining medication with mindful drinking practices, habit change, and cultivating coping skills to achieve sustainable results.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Dec 12, 2025
Dec 12, 2025
1 hr 12 min
In this episode features a live mindful drinking session centered on the Sinclair Method (TSM), a scientifically supported approach to reducing alcohol dependency using the medication naltrexone. The hosts engage with Eric, a long-time user of TSM, who shares his personal journey, insights into mindfulness, and practical guidance on how to integrate mindfulness with the Sinclair Method to optimize outcomes. The conversation addresses the challenges of habitual drinking, compliance with medication protocols, the role of intention, and how to apply mindfulness both during drinking sessions and in social contexts. The session also covers the importance of tracking drinks, managing cravings, and reshaping one’s relationship with alcohol.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Dec 5, 2025
Dec 5, 2025
1 hr 1 min
This episode features an in-depth conversation between Katie from Thrive and Richard, a filmmaker and podcast host of Glitch in the Code, who shares his unique and nuanced journey with alcoholism, alcohol use disorder (AUD), and various recovery methods. Richard’s story diverges from typical recovery narratives, particularly regarding his experience with the Sinclair Method and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), offering valuable insights into the complexities of addiction, the limitations and potentials of treatment options, and the importance of individualized recovery paths.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Nov 28, 2025
Nov 28, 2025
1 hr 3 min
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

Nov 21, 2025
Nov 21, 2025
5 min
Dr. Volpicelli answers some questions for us.
About Katie Lain
Katie Lain struggled with alcohol use disorder for nearly ten years until she stumbled upon The Sinclair Method. She couldn’t believe how effective the treatment was as it truly allowed her to become a moderate “normal drinker” – yet somehow, most people hadn’t even heard about it before. Katie Lain’s personal success with The Sinclair Method has inspired her to be a lifelong advocate for this method. Today, Katie is "accidentally" alcohol-free as she unexpectedly lost interest in drinking, thanks to this treatment. Now she advocates for and supports others through this wildly effective (yet unknown) treatment for alcohol use disorder.
*Links*
https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
https://tiktok.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery
https://youtube.com/@thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivealcoholrecovery/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivewiththesinclairmethod
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-alcohol-recovery/
https://twitter.com/thrivewithtsm/

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