In this episode of How’s My Drinking?, we sit down with actress, author, and alcohol recovery advocate Claudia Christian to discuss her powerful journey with The Sinclair Method (TSM)—a scientifically backed treatment that uses naltrexone to gradually reduce alcohol cravings.

Claudia shares her struggles with alcohol use disorder, the failures of traditional abstinence-based methods, and how she discovered TSM after exhausting every other option. She opens up about the challenges of accessing medication, the importance of medication adherence, and how she transitioned from an advocate to a full-time leader in alcohol recovery education.

We also dive into the alcohol deprivation effect, why shame and stigma keep millions from seeking help, and how her nonprofit, Options Save Lives, is working to spread awareness about evidence-based treatments.

If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol, this episode is a must-listen—showing that there are real, proven options beyond abstinence to regain control over drinking.

In this episode of How’s My Drinking?, we explore the deep connection between trauma, PTSD, and addiction with Dr. Sophia Noori, psychiatrist and co-founder of NEMA Health—a virtual trauma treatment program. Dr. Noori shares her personal journey, the prevalence of trauma beyond combat-related PTSD, and how untreated trauma can often lead to substance use as a coping mechanism.

We dive into how proper trauma-focused therapy, especially when done virtually, can break the cycle of avoidance, improve treatment outcomes, and foster lasting recovery. Dr. Noori explains why treating the root cause (trauma) often helps reduce substance use and how NEMA Health’s innovative approach offers hope for those struggling.

Whether you or someone you know is dealing with trauma, PTSD, or addiction, this conversation sheds light on accessible, effective treatments and reminds us that recovery is possible.

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In this episode ofHow’s My Drinking, we sit down with Katie Lain, founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, to discuss a different approach to alcohol recovery—one that challenges the traditional abstinence-only model. Katie shares her personal journey with alcohol use disorder, the struggles she faced with moderation and relapse, and how discovering naltrexone changed everything.

We dive into the misconceptions surrounding medication-assisted treatment, why so few people (and doctors) know about it, and how naltrexone helped Katie—and countless others—break free from alcohol dependence. We also explore the importance of mindset, behavioral support, and how technology is shaping the future of alcohol treatment.

If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s another way to rethink recovery, this episode is for you.