What happens when the stress of combat is followed by the pressures of a career in law enforcement?

In this powerful episode of This Sober Vet, Marine Veteran and former police officer Jon Kline shares his deeply personal journey through combat deployments, the challenges of serving in law enforcement, PTSD, alcohol addiction, and ultimately finding lasting sobriety and renewed purpose.

Jon reflects on the military drinking culture, the emotional weight carried long after deployment, and the moments that finally convinced him to seek a different path. He discusses the support of his wife, the importance of faith and brotherhood, and how innovative treatments, including ketamine-assisted therapy under medical supervision, became part of his healing journey.

Together, Joe, Dr. T, and Jon explore the importance of vulnerability, community, and asking for help before the burden becomes too heavy to carry alone.

Whether you're an active-duty service member, Veteran, first responder, family member, or someone struggling with trauma or addiction, Jon's story is a reminder that recovery is possible and that hope often begins with one honest conversation.

In this episode:

• Life as a Marine Veteran
• Combat deployments
• Transitioning to law enforcement
• PTSD and alcohol recovery
• Faith, family, and brotherhood
• Ketamine-assisted treatment under medical supervision
• Building a meaningful life after addiction

Healing doesn't mean forgetting the past—it means refusing to let it control your future.

Our mission is simple: Normalize sobriety with Veterans.

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