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At Thrive, we’re not just another program — we’ve been exactly where you are, and we truly understand.
Many of us on the team have personally overcome alcohol use disorder with the help of Naltrexone. Now, we use that firsthand experience combined with expert guidance to help you quiet the noise, take back control, and feel like yourself again.
We know lasting freedom is possible — because we are living proof of it.
The Story of Thrive
Thrive was built from the heart by people who have personally faced the challenges of alcohol use disorder and found freedom with the help of Naltrexone. Here’s a look at how it all began with our founder, Katie Lain...
2008: Asking Myself, "How Did I Get Here?"
At just 21, what began as an innocent college party lifestyle quickly spiraled into a daily, compulsive addiction. Drinking felt completely beyond my control, leaving me trapped in a routine I never intended to create.
2009-2017: The Endless Cycle of Hopelessness
Alcohol became my ultimate "frenemy" — a reliable companion that almost always left me with deep regret and shame. I set intentions to moderate but failed 95% of the time. Quitting never lasted long because the cravings were simply too overpowering.
2014: A Terrifying Wake-Up Call
In 2014, I was hospitalized with blood clots in my lungs. Doctors warned me that heavy drinking contributed to the crisis and ordered me to stop. I secretly hoped this "rock bottom" would force me to change — but just a few days after being discharged, I was drinking again. I felt utterly trapped.
Mid-2017: Finding the Answer... and Hitting a Wall
Then, I discovered Naltrexone and the Sinclair Method. It felt like a miracle, but when I reached out to five different doctors for a prescription, every single one refused. I was shocked and frustrated that a science-backed, life-changing treatment was being withheld from people who desperately needed it.
2017-2018: The Road to True Healing
I finally found an open-minded doctor, and my life changed forever. Within a year, I went from daily binge drinking to drinking just once a month — effortlessly enjoying alcohol-free days. Amazed by the results, I began documenting my journey on YouTube to let the world know this existed.
2018–2021: Turning Lived Experience Into Advocacy
As my videos resonated with thousands, I realized people using TSM desperately needed a safe space to connect. In 2018, I launched the internet's first dedicated online TSM support group and began coaching individuals one-on-one, learning exactly what it takes to help different personalities succeed.
2021: The Birth of Thrive
My own TSM journey was confusing, isolating, and full of guesswork. I realized that successfully rewriting your relationship with alcohol is about so much more than just taking a pill — it requires a complete lifestyle shift. I launched Thrive to give others the comprehensive coaching, medical directories, and community support I wish I’d had, ensuring no one ever has to walk this path alone.
Meet Our Team
Thrive is run by real people who truly get it. We combine professional expertise with real-world lived experience to make sure you have a safe, judgment-free space to change your relationship with alcohol.
Katie Lain, Founder
Naltrexone & Sinclair Method Coach & Thrive Founder Â
Katie Lain, Naltrexone & Sinclair Method Coach & Thrive Founder
Katie Lain had a decade-long tumultuous battle with alcohol use disorder that left her feeling shameful, hopeless and full of regret. In her twenties, what began as social drinking spiraled into daily binge drinking and risky behavior, leaving her with morning-after regrets and a cycle of failed attempts to try and control or quit drinking. Over a nearly ten year period, Katie tried to quit drinking dozens of times, but would always return to drinking again due to the cravings she experienced for alcohol. Finally, her breakthrough came in 2017 when an internet searched introduced her to naltrexone and the Sinclair Method, a treatment option that many still don't know about today. This method, coupled with therapy and personal development paved the way for significant changes in her drinking habits. Within months of starting TSM, Katie began to notice she was thinking about drinking less, that she was having more alcohol-free days, and she had an easier time stopping when she did drink. After about one year on TSM, Katie says she "quit drinking alcohol accidentally" simply because she no longer had an interest in it thanks to this treatment. Today she continues to advocate for TSM, and loves to guide and support others through it.
Dr. Joseph Volpicelli, Medical Advisor
M.D., Ph.D. & Thrive Medical AdvisorÂ
Dr Joseph Volpicelli, M.D., Ph.D. & Thrive Medical Advisor
Dr. Joseph Volpicelli has 40 years of addiction treatment research and clinical experience. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania’s prestigious Medical Scientist Training Program in 1981, where he earned both his Doctor of Medicine and a doctorate in psychology. He also completed a psychiatry residency and a fellowship in neuropsychopharmacology at the University of Pennsylvania. After training, Dr. Volpicelli became a tenured faculty member of the University of Pennsylvania, where he conducted clinical trials on pharmacological treatments for alcohol, opioid, and cocaine addiction. His research led to the discovery of naltrexone to treat alcohol use disorder. His research also led to creating a psychosocial approach designed to improve treatment engagement and retention called the BRENDA Approach. After 25 years at Penn, Dr. Volpicelli decided to put theory into practice as he opened the Volpicelli Center in 2009. The idea was to put what was learned in research into clinical practice to treat real patients in the community. This model program seamlessly integrates medications with psychosocial support to provide innovative, evidence-based addiction treatment. When he’s not overseeing the clinical team as Volpicelli Center’s Medical Director, he spends time conducting research through his non-profit entity, the Institute of Addiction Medicine. It is through the institute that he is able to continue to carry out his passion for research. Dr. Volpicelli is a featured author of over 100 academic publications and two of his own books, “Recovery Options: The Complete Guide” and “Combining Medication and Psychosocial Treatments for Addictions: The BRENDA Approach.”
Dr. Michele Perron, Ph.D.Â
Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, Certified in Positive Psychology
Dr. Michele Perron, Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Certified in Positive Psychology, Sinclair Method Coach
Dr. Michele Perron has been in the Recovery field for over 16 years as the Senior Clinical Supervisor at a national addiction treatment company, a private international addiction coach, counselor, speaker, and author. She brings to Thrive Alcohol Recovery her experience working with groups and individuals in the critical stages of change with private Sinclair Method coaching and live workshops. Dr. Perron has developed curriculum and training for counselor education classes and moderation education programs. In today’s changing world, Dr. Perron feels that the Sinclair Method expands the outdated one-size-fits-all treatment model and allows clients the autonomy of personal choice concerning alcohol consumption without shame, failure, or guilt. Dr. Perron holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology, is certified in Positive Psychology, is an internationally licensed addiction counselor, and has worked with clients all over the world. She believes in whole life wellness and the power of connection, and is the author of “Tools for Life.”Â
Gabrielle Loomis-Annett, Trauma Professional
Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor & Certified Trauma Professional
Gabrielle Loomis-Annett, Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor, Counselor and Certified Trauma Professional
Gabrielle, trained in EMDR, has over 12 years of experience in the addiction field, working in residential, outpatient, private practice, and telehealth settings. She focuses on understanding the addiction-trauma connection and uses evidence-based tools to help individuals overcome both, fostering happiness and peace. Gabrielle learned about The Sinclair Method (TSM) in 2015 and began counseling at a TSM outpatient center in 2016, guiding clients to reduce or stop drinking through TSM. She believes Medication Assisted Treatment supports personalized recovery and goal achievement. Gabrielle is licensed in California and Arizona and is affiliated with several professional associations.
Samara Ibanez, Certified Coach
Certified Sinclair Method Coach, Certified Holistic Health & Nutrition Coach
Samara Ibanez, Certified Sinclair Method Coach, Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Coach
Samara’s passion for helping others with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) comes from her own 27-year battle with alcohol and substance use that began at a young age. Despite being an active member of AA for nearly 15 years, she found herself trapped in a frustrating cycle of abstinence and relapse, plagued by relentless cravings and triggers. No matter what she tried, control over her drinking seemed impossible—until she discovered naltrexone and the Sinclair Method. This treatment didn’t just change her life; it saved it. Now, Samara is dedicated to supporting others on their journey to freedom through this life-changing approach.
Bruce Rose, Coach
Sinclair Method Coach & Co-Founder at Rethink Drink UK
Bruce Rose, Sinclair Method Coach & Co-Founder at Rethink Drink UK
Bruce Rose is based in Scotland, and has worked for many years in the rehab industry – managing drug and alcohol treatment centers. After learning about the success rate of the Sinclair Method for alcohol addiction, he decided to dedicate his work to supporting clients interested in using this method. He began working with people using targeted naltrexone therapy in 2018, and has seen incredible success with his clients, watching them recover quickly and without the usual issues of severe alcohol withdrawal and alcohol deprivation syndrome. Bruce is passionate about spreading the word about this life changing treatment, and guiding others through it.
Danni H, Coach
Sinclair Method Coach & Thrive Community Manager
Danni H, Sinclair Method Coach
Danni’s decade of lived experience with alcohol use disorder followed by her life transforming journey on naltrexone the Sinclair Method is what has led her to support others to their own success on this method. Through many years of personal and spiritual development as well as a broad knowledge of holistic coaching, she has collated the best of what she’s learned and applied to create a toolbox of life skills to equip her clients with. She works on a peer to peer level, as someone who’s been there. She holds space for her clients with zero judgment.
Jodi Green, Certified Coach
Certified Sinclair Method Coach
Jodi Green, Certified Sinclair Method Coach
Jodi’s personal experience with the Sinclair Method led her to become passionate about sharing this life saving program with others. You will find that she is kind and easy to talk with. She also has a background in Stephen’s Ministry that has allowed her to become an excellent listener. She hopes to help people in every aspect of their Sinclair Method journey, and will help you be successful every step of the way.
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A Message From Katie
"My deepest desire is for you to experience true freedom from the weight of alcohol. I know firsthand how overconsumption robs us of our potential, our peace, and our purpose — and it is the exact reason Thrive exists.
The Sinclair Method offers a path out of the dark, allowing you to finally see what life looks like without the constant mental noise. Please don’t give up on yourself. Keep pushing forward and fighting for your future self. A life of genuine fulfillment, joy, and freedom is waiting for you on the other side."
— Katie Lain, Founder
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