This episode presents an in-depth live Q&A session focused on the Sinclair Method (TSM), featuring Bruce Rose, co-founder of Rethink Drink UK, and Katie Herzog from Thrive Alcohol Recovery in the US. The conversation covers personal experiences, scientific explanations, treatment protocols, and community support related to TSM, a progressive treatment approach for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) based on pharmacological extinction using the medication Naltrexone. The discussion highlights the effectiveness of the Sinclair Method, common challenges during treatment, key differences from traditional abstinence programs, and practical advice for new and potential users.

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/

This episode features a comprehensive conversation between Katie Lane and Dr. Michelle Peron, a positive psychologist and expert in moderate drinking and addiction recovery. Dr. Peron shares her professional journey, insights into addiction treatment, and innovative approaches that challenge traditional abstinence-only models, emphasizing moderation, nutrition, amino acid therapy, and positive psychology. The discussion highlights the limitations of conventional treatments, the concept of the “starving brain,” and how neurotransmitter support can empower individuals to regain control over their drinking habits and broader well-being.

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/

This episode features a detailed discussion between experts and community members about The Sinclair Method (TSM), a treatment approach for alcohol use disorder that involves the use of the medication Naltrexone. The conversation emphasizes how TSM differs from traditional abstinence-based recovery methods, the neurobiological basis of addiction, the importance of habit change, and the lived experiences of people using TSM. Several audience questions are addressed, highlighting practical advice and challenges related to 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/

This interview features Dr. John Umhow, an addiction specialist with extensive experience in alcohol use disorder (AUD), nutritional therapy, and pharmacological treatments, including the Sinclair Method and naltrexone. The conversation covers several critical topics: the role of SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) in potentially exacerbating alcohol problems for some individuals, the importance of nutrition (especially omega-3 fatty acids) in brain health and recovery, alternative treatments for depression, and the significance of endorphin-producing activities in maintaining sobriety and mental health.

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/

This in-depth conversation between Katie Lane and Kirsten from Sobriety Bestie explores Kirsten’s personal journey through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), her critical perspective on AA ideology, and her advocacy for alternative, science-based treatments like the Sinclair Method (TSM). Kirsten provides a candid critique of AA’s foundational beliefs, its religious nature, the harm it can cause through identity manipulation and indoctrination, and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals within the program. She contrasts this with the Sinclair Method, a medication-assisted approach to alcohol use disorder (AUD) that emphasizes harm reduction and neuroscience, which she regards as a more effective and empowering path for many.

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/

This episode features an in-depth discussion about the Sinclair Method (TSM), a medication-assisted approach for treating Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), primarily using the drug Naltrexone. The conversation is between Bruce, a UK-based professional with extensive experience in rehab management and TSM, and Katie, a US-based advocate and coach for the method. They address common questions, share personal and client experiences, and discuss the practical, neurological, and psychological aspects of TSM, contrasting it with traditional abstinence-based recovery models. The talk also includes audience Q&A, highlighting challenges faced by people on TSM and offering practical advice.

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/

In this episode you will hear an in-depth interview with Dr. John Umhow, an addiction specialist with extensive experience in alcohol addiction treatment, nutritional therapy, and pharmaceutical interventions. The discussion covers several critical topics related to alcohol use disorder (AUD), including the role of SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), nutrition—especially omega-3 fatty acids—and alternative therapies. Dr. Umhow also shares clinical insights from his long career, including his time at NIH and FDA, and his private practice focused on personalized alcohol recovery approaches. The interview emphasizes the complexity of treating alcohol use disorder and depression, the potential unintended effects of SSRIs on alcohol consumption, and the importance of lifestyle factors like diet, social connection, and endorphin-producing activities in recovery.

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/

In this episdoe it features a comprehensive conversation between Katie Lane and Kirsten from Sobriety Bestie, focusing on Kirsten’s personal journey with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), her critique of AA’s ideology, and her exploration of alternative approaches to alcohol use disorder (AUD), particularly the Sinclair Method (TSM) involving naltrexone. Kirsten shares her lived experience of 10+ years in AA, her discovery of being neurodivergent (autistic and ADHD), and the harm she believes AA’s ideology causes through identity manipulation, misinformation, and coercion. The discussion also touches on trauma, neurodivergence, addiction neuroscience, recovery alternatives, and cult dynamics within AA.

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/

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/

Marta shares her transformative journey from alcohol addiction to recovery using the Sinclair Method over four years, highlighting the struggles and successes she experienced along the way.

Highlights Long-Term Struggles: Marta battled alcohol addiction for over 20 years, experiencing cycles of abstinence and relapse. The Sinclair Method: Introduced to the Sinclair Method, she found a new path to recovery that allowed her to continue drinking while healing. Family Challenges: Gaining support from family was difficult, particularly due to their trust issues developed from her past behavior. Healthcare Limitations: Marta faced significant barriers in accessing Naltrexone through the NHS, ultimately seeking private treatment. Positive Outcomes: After a year of using the Sinclair Method, Marta achieved stability in her life, emphasizing the importance of recognizing small successes during recovery.

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/