In this powerful episode, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Katie Lain to explore the science behind The Sinclair Method (TSM) — a revolutionary, medication-assisted approach to alcohol recovery that works while someone is still drinking. Katie shares her personal 10-year struggle with alcohol, her discovery of TSM, and the hope it offers to those who haven’t found success in traditional recovery programs.

They also dive into how addiction rewires the brain, why abstinence isn’t always the answer, and how faith and freedom can work hand in hand. If you or someone you love feels stuck in the cycle of addiction or relapse, this episode brings real hope and a path forward.

Key Points Discussed

• Addiction changes brain chemistry — it’s not just about willpower.
• The Sinclair Method uses naltrexone to reduce the brain’s reward from alcohol.
• Over time, this approach helps people unlearn addiction and reduce cravings.
• TSM is effective for alcohol, porn, sex, gambling, and binge eating.
• The treatment is private, affordable (~$99/month), and done from home.
• Less than 2% of eligible individuals are offered naltrexone due to industry resistance.
• Katie shares how she came to faith after recovery, realizing God doesn’t require us to be “fixed” first.
• The Holy Spirit brings gentle conviction, not shame — inviting us to freedom.

Resources & Mentions

• Website: https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCdeh0LP6kuSQ9GsorQpVnUw

Books:

• Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Maté - https://a.co/d/fjlfESd
• The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning - https://a.co/d/004S1Jo

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024