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About Our Coaches & Workshop Leaders

Katie Lain, Sinclair Method Coach & Founder at Thrive Alcohol Recovery

Katie Lain started on The Sinclair Method in 2017 after a near 10-year battle with alcohol. Early on she began documenting her success with the method on her YouTube channel, and has been a part of the Sinclair Method community ever since. She has been a TSM coach and mentor for over three years and is a life-long advocate of this life-saving method for getting free from alcohol use disorder.

Samara Ibanez, Certified Sinclair Method Coach, Certified Holistic Health & Nutrition Coach

Samara’s passion for helping others with AUD stems from her own 27 year long battle with alcohol and substances that began at an early age. Being a part of AA for 15 years she then found herself in a toxic cycle of abstinence and relapse. She also suffered from torturous cravings and triggers. She simply could not get control of her drinking no matter what she tried...until she found TSM. The Sinclair Method quite literally saved her life. And because of that she now knows she was saved to serve you!

Dr Michele Perron, PhD 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 TSM coaching. 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 Perron feels that the Sinclair Method expands the outdated one-size-fits-all treatment model and allows clients the autonomy of personal choice concerning alcohol consumption without shame, failure, or guilt.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.” 

Claudia Christian, Actress, Author & Founder CThreeFoundation.org

Claudia Christian is the most recognized advocate for The Sinclair Method (TSM) in the world. In 2013, Christian started her non-profit C Three Foundation to help raise awareness of the treatment, which saved her life in 2009. In 2014, Christian’s award winning documentary One Little Pill was released. Christian has spoken at UCLA, USC and at medical conventions around the world. In addition, she has appeared on Larry King Now and Megyn Kelly educating people about TSM. Her TEDx talk on TSM has had over 4 million views. She is a fierce advocate for medication assisted treatment (MAT) and is on the advisory board for Ria Health, a telemedicine company that offers comprehensive, personalized treatment for patients with AUD.

Bruce Rose, Sinclair Method Coach & Founder at Alcohol Recovery Scotland

Bruce Rose has worked for many years in the rehab industry, managing drug and alcohol treatment centers. After learning about the success rate of medication assisted treatment for alcohol addiction, Bruce decided to dedicate his work to supporting clients interested in using this method. In these past few years, he has seen incredible success with his clients, watching them recover quickly and without the usual issues of severe alcohol withdrawal and alcohol deprivation syndrome.

Eric Decker, Sinclair Method Mentor & Coach

Eric has been with Thrive from the very beginning –  first as a peer and now as a coach and mentor. He has led several skills workshops for Thrive on habit change and building a life outside of alcohol. Eric has also been an active participant in live TSM groups since the beginning; and as a student of cognitive and behavioral science, Eric has a foundational knowledge that can help other students to find their own insights based on his personal experiences. As a registered yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance, he has been trained in mindfulness and meditation that proved valuable in his own path to extinction. Whether your goal is abstinence or moderation, Eric is here to help!

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 and will help you be successful every step of the way.

Dr. Joseph Volpicelli, Physician and Researcher

Dr. Joseph Volpicelli, with 40 years of addiction treatment research and clinical experience, is a pioneer in using naltrexone to treat alcohol use disorder. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s Medical Scientist Training Program, he also developed the BRENDA Approach to improve treatment engagement. After 25 years at Penn, Dr. Volpicelli founded the Volpicelli Center in 2009 to integrate medications with psychosocial support for innovative, evidence-based addiction treatment. He continues to oversee clinical work, conduct research through the Institute of Addiction Medicine, and has authored over 100 publications and two books on addiction recovery.

Gabrielle Loomis-Annett, Advanced Alcohol & Drug 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.