If you're reading this, you've probably done your homework. You've Googled "IAMACOMEBACK scam," you've found the Reddit threads, and you've read the comments. You've seen the inflammatory language, the accusations, the warnings. And now you're here, trying to figure out if this program is legitimate or just another predatory cash grab targeting desperate men.
Good. That skepticism is healthy. In a world of online gurus and empty promises, you should be asking hard questions. But here's the problem: the online commentary you've found is not what it appears to be. It's not a collection of honest reviews from men who tried the program and failed. It's something else entirely.
This article is going to do something most programs won't: we're going to address the Reddit noise head-on, show you exactly what it is, and then present you with the actual evidence from real clients who did the work and got the results.
By the end, you'll have the information you need to make your own decision. Not based on the opinions of strangers with an agenda, but based on the testimonies of men who bet their lives on this program and won.
The Reddit Reality: What You're Actually Reading
Let's start with the evidence you've probably already seen. There are three main Reddit threads about IAMACOMEBACK, posted 4-5 years ago. They contain approximately 20 comments, most of them negative, some of them inflammatory. At first glance, it looks damning.
But when you actually analyze the comments—when you ask "Who wrote this? Do they have firsthand experience? What is their agenda?"—a very different picture emerges.
Here's what the data actually shows:
Out of approximately 20 comments analyzed:
- Actual clients with negative feedback: 1 (who stayed sober but was frustrated with an old pricing structure that no longer exists)
- People with NO firsthand experience: 18+
- One serial poster: A 25-year AA member and mother of a client who appears in ALL THREE threads with the same emotional attacks
Let that sink in. Of the 20 comments warning you that this is a "scam," only ONE is from someone who actually used the program. And that person stayed sober.
The rest? They fall into three categories:
1. AA Ideologues: These are people who believe that the only legitimate path to sobriety is Alcoholics Anonymous, and that any paid program is inherently "predatory." Their objection isn't to the effectiveness of the program; it's to the existence of an alternative to their preferred method. Research on consumer skepticism shows that people are more likely to distrust products or services that challenge their existing beliefs, even when presented with evidence to the contrary [1].
2. Ad Hominem Attackers: These are comments like "He's a former car salesman," "Look at the guy," and "He does coke. Lots of coke." None of these statements engage with the program's content or effectiveness. They are personal attacks designed to discredit the messenger, not the message. This is a classic logical fallacy, and it's a red flag that the commenter has no substantive criticism to offer.
3. Outdated Information: The threads are 4-5 years old. The pricing structure, the coaching team, and the program content have all evolved significantly since then. Basing your decision on information from 2020 is like reading a Yelp review of a restaurant that changed ownership three years ago.
The psychology behind online skepticism is well-documented. A 2023 study in Cyberpsychology found that consumers struggle to distinguish between genuine and deceptive online reviews, leading to a generalized skepticism that can extend even to honest feedback [2]. In other words, the noise drowns out the signal. And in the case of IAMACOMEBACK, the "noise" is coming almost entirely from people who never used the program.
The Evidence That Matters: Real Men, Real Results
So if the Reddit threads aren't reliable, what is? The answer is simple: first-person testimonials from actual clients who completed the program.
Research on persuasive communication has consistently shown that testimonial evidence—especially emotionally authentic, first-person narratives—is more effective at changing beliefs than statistical or abstract arguments [3]. Why? Because testimonials provide social proof. They show you that other people, people like you, faced the same decision you're facing and came out the other side transformed.
Social proof is one of the most powerful psychological forces in decision-making. When we're uncertain about a choice, we look to the actions and experiences of others to guide us [4]. This is especially true in high-stakes, emotionally charged decisions like whether to invest $5,000 in a sobriety program.
So let's look at the evidence. Not from anonymous Reddit commenters with an ideological axe to grind, but from real men who put their money, their time, and their lives on the line.
Testimonial #1: Kevin K. — The High-Performer Who Didn't Think He Had a Problem
Kevin wasn't out of control. He wasn't blacking out or getting DUIs. He was running a successful business, showing up for his family, and by all external measures, doing fine. But he had a nagging feeling that he was operating at 80% of his potential. "Maybe a couple of bourbons a night. Maybe wine with dinner. Nothing crazy."
His skepticism wasn't about whether the program would work; it was about whether he even needed it. But he decided to run a 45-day experiment. What would happen if he removed alcohol completely?
The Result: Within one year, Kevin's business revenue doubled from $850,000 to $1.7 million. "I didn't work more," he says. "I worked with more precision and clarity." He didn't just quit drinking; he unlocked a new level of performance that was hidden behind the fog of "moderate" alcohol use.
Testimonial #2: Jesse C. — The Gym Owner Living a Double Life
Jesse owned a gym and coached clients in fitness and nutrition. He looked the part. But behind that image, he was living a double life. "I do own a gym and I am a fitness coach… very hypocritical in my giving out health advice."
His skepticism was rooted in shame. He was terrified that the program would work, because if it did, he would have no more excuses. No more hiding. The $5,000 felt like the price of admission to a truth he wasn't sure he was ready to face.
The Result: Jesse set a new revenue goal for his business: $50,000 a month. He hit it. More importantly, he closed the gap between the man he pretended to be and the man he actually was. "It wasn't about alcohol," he says. "It was about waking up."
Testimonial #3: Craig E. — The Entrepreneur Who Almost Lost Everything
Craig had blacked out and woken up to his wife with packed suitcases. "Apparently I told my wife to go ahead and pack up and take the kids and leave. I don't remember saying that—but I believe her that I said it."
His skepticism wasn't about the program; it was about whether he had any options left. He was staring down the total collapse of his family. The $5,000 wasn't a gamble; it was a last-ditch effort to save everything that mattered.
The Result: Craig didn't just save his marriage; he reclaimed his leadership at home and in his multiple businesses. "The man that you're seeing right now… he was gone. He wasn't here," he says. His direct assessment: "This program, honestly—it's the real deal."
Testimonial #4: Josh F. — The Daily Drinker Who Had Given Up Hope
Josh had battled alcohol for at least 10 years. "Every day. No off days, every day." He had tried everything, and nothing worked. When he first heard about the program, he gave it a 3 out of 10 chance of success. "I didn't think it was possible."
His skepticism was born from repeated failure. He had been let down so many times that hope itself felt dangerous.
The Result: "Hope," Josh says when asked what the program gave him. "I didn't have hope. I didn't think it was possible." For a man who had been drinking daily for a decade, the program didn't just help him quit; it gave him back the belief that change was even possible. His advice to men on the fence: "If you really want it and you want it bad enough, you would jump in... I did it 'cause I didn't have any other choice, either do it or die."
Testimonial #5: Eric S. — The Career Guy Who Gave Up on His Dreams
Eric had been the #2 guy in his field for 6-7 years. He had given up on ever becoming #1. "I told myself... it's kind of nice being number two. I don't have to deal with all the b*******."
His skepticism was about his own potential. He had convinced himself that settling was a strategy, not a surrender.
The Result: Within three months of starting the program, Eric was offered the #1 job in his field. Eight months later, he achieved the lifetime goal he had given up on six years earlier. "It just kind of showed me what a different mindset will make you capable of." The program didn't just help him quit drinking; it helped him reclaim the ambition he had buried under years of self-imposed limitations.
Testimonial #6: Dr. Orange — The Physician Who Thought He Could Fix It Himself
Dr. Orange was a successful physician who had ballooned to 416 pounds. "I was comfortable, I was complacent. And to be completely honest with you, I was just a lazy piece of s**t." He wasn't being the father or husband he needed to be, but he told himself he could figure it out on his own. "I'm a physician. I can figure this s**t out by myself."
His skepticism was professional arrogance. He even asked about a money-back guarantee. "I know some of these programs. I'm a physician. This s**t doesn't work. Can I get my money back?"
The Result: "I didn't need a money back 'cause it f*****g worked." Dr. Orange lost 130+ pounds and completely transformed his life. "If you follow the program like it's meant to be followed, I absolutely guarantee you you're gonna stop drinking. You're gonna gain control of your life. You're gonna have a wonderful relationship with your family, your kids, your body. Everything's gonna change."
The Verdict: What the Evidence Actually Shows
So, is IAMACOMEBACK a scam?
The answer depends on what you value as evidence. If you trust the opinions of anonymous Reddit commenters who have never used the program, most of whom are ideologically opposed to any paid alternative to AA, then yes, you might conclude it's a scam.
But if you trust the firsthand testimonies of six real men—men who were skeptical, men who had failed before, men who put their money and their lives on the line—then the evidence is overwhelming. The program works.
But here's the critical caveat, and it's one that Dr. Orange makes explicit: the program only works if you do.
"If you're not ready to surrender to the truth, if you're still making up b******t... you can do this program and lie to yourself and nothing's gonna change and you're gonna blame it on Mark, you're gonna blame it on the program. But if you follow the program like it's meant to be followed, I absolutely guarantee you you're gonna stop drinking."
This is not a magic pill. It's not a passive course you can consume and expect results. It's a system of execution that requires daily work, brutal honesty, and the courage to confront the man in the mirror. The $5,000 is not for a PDF or a series of videos. It's for a structured system, a community of men who will not let you fail, and the accountability to do what you have consistently failed to do on your own.
The Reddit threads are noise. The testimonials are signal. The choice is yours.
Apply to the program today and find out if you're ready to do the work.
References
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- Borchers, N. S. (2023). Why do we trust in online reviews? Integrative literature review and future research directions. Cyberpsychology: Journal of Psychosocial Research on Cyberspace, 17(2), Article 7. https://doi.org/10.5817/CP2023-2-7
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