The Sober Docs
Join Dr. Kali Theis, a Board Certified Pediatrician and a recovering alcoholic as she delves into the world of addiction and mental health in healthcare. She’ll share her personal journey with alcoholism and recovery with honest stories, expert guests, and additional resources.
Whether you're a healthcare provider struggling with addiction or just interested in learning more, all are welcome here on The Sober Doc.
Podcasting since 2025 • 12 episodes
The Sober Docs
Latest Episodes
12. How to Stay Sober at Social Events: 7 Strategies for Confident Alcohol-Free Connection
A practical, judgment-free guide to navigating weddings, conferences, and parties without a drink—or the anxiety.In this solo episode, Dr. Kali Theis breaks down one of the most common stressors in early sobriety: showing up to social ev...
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Episode 12
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10:25
11. How to Recognize and Handle Alcohol Cravings in Sobriety
Learn what cravings really are, what sparks them, and how to move through them without giving in.SummaryIn this episode of The Sober Docs Podcast, Dr. Kali Theis, board-certified pediatrician and recovering alcoholic, breaks dow...
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Episode 11
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11:37
10. Treating and Coaching Physicians With Alcoholism feat. Dr. Chen-Joea
Dr. Cynthia Chen-Joea, Double Board Certified in Family Medicine and Obesity, CEO & Founder at Thrivation Coaching and Co-Founder at Doctor Contract Negotiation, joins the podcast to discuss what it's like to treat and coach physicians with...
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22:01
9. Alcoholism Defined: How to know if you have a drinking problem
On this episode of The Sober Doc Podcast, your host Dr Kali Theis explores the traditional and medical definitions of alcoholism and how to know if you have a problem. She shares how these definitions relate to her ultimate decision to quit and...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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14:53
8. Friendships Foes: Friendship challenges during alcoholism and recovery
On this episode of The Sober Doc Podcast, your host Dr Kali Theis shares some of the challenges faced by many women in healthcare with finding and maintaining true, authentic friendships and how this can lead to addiction and how research has s...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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13:44