Thrive Alcohol Recovery

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 Naltr...

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, an...

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). T...

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 wit...

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...

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 Anonymou...

  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 ad...

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 Sincl...

Q&A with Katie and Bruce    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 in...

Join me and guest Samara Boss, TSM Success Story and coach as we discuss life after AUD through TSM. Ready to get started or get supported on 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...

Q&A with Katie & Bruce   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 i...

In this episode, Dr. Joseph Vachelli, a leading expert on naltrexone (Nxone), discusses how patients can determine if they need a higher dose of the medication when treating alcohol use disorder. He explains that the standard dose of 50 mg may not be effective for everyone, especially those who continue to experience the pleasurable effects of alcohol despite taking the medication. Dr. Vachelli hi...

In this episode it centers around a coaching call with a Thrive member who had been using the Sinclair Method (TSM) for three years but struggled to see meaningful progress. The individual was a daily drinker for 40 years prior to starting TSM and had been compliant with taking naltrexone (referred to as “nrex Zone” or “elrex Zone” in the transcript), yet did not experience alcohol-free days or si...

This episode features a comprehensive Q&A session about the Sinclair Method (TSM) for addressing alcohol use disorder (AUD), hosted by Katie and Bruce, two experienced coaches working with individuals using this approach. The discussion centers on the unique, science-based mechanism of TSM, which uses the medication naltrexone (referred to as “nrexone” or “NTR”) to reduce alcohol cravings by t...

In this episode, Dr. Joseph Vachelli, a leading expert on Naltrexone (referred to as “NRE Zone” or “naltrexone” in the transcript) and alcohol use disorder (AUD), discusses the practical applications of daily versus targeted naltrexone use, particularly in the context of the Sinclair Method. He explains who benefits most from each approach, the underlying brain mechanisms involved in alcohol cravi...

In this video, Dr. Joseph Vachelli, a leading expert on Naltrexone and the Sinclair Method, addresses a common question among users: whether it is necessary to drink alcohol after taking Naltrexone (referred to as “Nxone” or “Nrex Zone”) or if one can choose not to drink and still benefit from the medication. Dr. Vachelli clarifies that it is perfectly acceptable—and often beneficial—for individua...

This episode is a comprehensive Q&A session on the Sinclair Method (TSM), a treatment approach for alcohol dependence that involves taking the medication naltrexone (Nrexone) in relation to drinking. The hosts, Coach Samara and Katie, share their expertise, personal experiences, and insights from their coaching practice, addressing common questions and challenges faced by people on the method....

In this episode, Dr. Joseph Vachelli, a leading expert on naltrexone and the Sinclair Method, addresses the common question of whether and when to redose naltrexone within the same day when using the Sinclair Method for managing alcohol consumption. He explains that there is limited direct research on redosing intervals but draws on pharmacokinetic principles to provide guidance. Rapid metabolizer...

This episode features a live Q&A session hosted by Katie Lane and Samara, both certified coaches and success stories of the Sinclair Method (TSM), a scientifically supported treatment for alcohol use disorder centered around taking the medication naltrexone (referred to as “NRE Zone” or “nxone”) one hour before drinking to reduce alcohol cravings through a process called pharmacological extinc...

This episode features a comprehensive live Q&A session on the Sinclair Method (TSM) with Bruce Rose, a well-known coach and counselor in the field, alongside Katie, a TSM advocate and coach. The discussion delves into the science, practical application, challenges, and success stories related to TSM and the use of Naltrexone (Nxone), the medication central to this method. The Sinclair Method i...

This episode features Dr. Joseph Vachelli, a leading expert on naltrexone (referred to as “Ntrex Zone” or “Nrex Zone” in the transcript) and its role in treating alcohol addiction through the Sinclair Method. Dr. Vachelli explains the different effects alcohol has on individuals, particularly emphasizing the distinction between the euphoric, energizing effects and the sedative effects of alcohol....

The episode is a comprehensive Q&A session about the Sinclair Method (TSM), a treatment approach for alcohol use disorder (AUD) that leverages the medication naltrexone (referred to as “Nrexone” or “nxone” in the transcript) to help individuals regain control over their drinking habits. The hosts, Samara and Katie, are both coaches and personal success stories of TSM, sharing their experiences...

This episode features an in-depth conversation between Katie and David Balancie (pronounced “Blankie”) about David’s personal journey with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and his experience using the Sinclair Method (TSM) as an alternative approach to traditional recovery. David shares his background, including two and a half years in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), his struggles with cravings and depressio...

This episode features a detailed live Q&A session with two Sinclair Method (TSM) coaches, who also share their personal experiences using TSM to overcome alcohol use disorder (AUD). The conversation centers around the Sinclair Method, a pharmacological approach to treating problem drinking that uses the medication naltrexone (referred to as “nrexZone”) to reduce alcohol cravings by rewiring th...

In this episode Katie and Coach Samara discusses the Sinclair Method, addressing common questions and experiences related to its effectiveness, coping strategies, and the journey to regaining control over alcohol consumption. Highlights Supportive Environment: Coaches discuss their experiences to help others navigate the Sinclair Method, offering support for both newcomers and those further along...