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Online Gambling Addiction Therapy and Disorder Treatment

Struggling with a pathological gambling addiction? Find discreet and effective support with our online therapy program, designed to help you regain control and build a gambling-free future.
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Online Gambling Addiction Therapy and Disorder Treatment
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Gambling addiction and its impact on life

Problem gambling can destroy various aspects of life. Compulsive gamblers may spend hours in online or offline casinos, facing financial problems, domestic issues, and mental trauma due to their compulsive gambling habit. Overcoming a gambling addiction often requires seeking support from professional counselors and getting treatment for gambling addiction.

Importance of professional therapy in overcoming compulsive gambling

Professional therapy helps problem gamblers with compulsive gambling by teaching them how to:
Control urges
Control urges
Developing techniques to resist impulsive behaviors
Replace harmful habits
Replace harmful habits
Adopting healthier coping mechanisms
Identify and manage triggers
Identify and manage triggers
Recognizing high-risk situations and avoiding relapse
Address underlying issues
Address underlying issues
Exploring root causes such as stress, trauma, or mental health disorders that fuel gambling
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Our Approach to Gambling Disorder Treatment Online

Our Approach to Gambling Disorder Treatment Online

We help pathological gamblers overcome their offline or online gambling addiction by using proven therapies and personalized support.

Our therapists use techniques like:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Helps clients to resist urges, manage triggers, and challenge harmful thought patterns and behaviors.
Mindfulness techniques
Mindfulness techniques
Mindfulness techniques allow one to stay in the present, manage stress, and avoid relapse, reducing impulsive gambling behaviors.

Why do people gamble and why can’t they stop?

People gamble for various reasons:
The thrill of winning
The thrill of winning
The desire for financial gain
The desire for financial gain
Escape from reality
Escape from reality
Struggle to stop due to the addictive nature of the activity
Struggle to stop due to the addictive nature of the activity
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Why do people gamble and why can’t they stop?
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How do I know I have a gambling problem?

You might have a gambling problem if you're experiencing negative consequences in your life due to gambling, such as:
Financial difficulties
Financial difficulties

Struggling to pay bills, borrowing money frequently, or relying on gambling to solve money problems.

Relationship problems
Relationship problems

Gambling may cause conflicts with family or friends, as they express concern or feel neglected.

Emotional distress
Emotional distress

Feeling anxious, guilty, or irritable when not gambling, or using it to escape stress.

Signs of Gambling Addiction

If you struggle with gambling, here are the signs you might have a gambling addiction.

Hiding gambling
Hiding gambling
Lost opportunities
Lost opportunities
Borrowing money
Borrowing money
Stealing to gamble
Stealing to gamble
Chasing the high
Chasing the high
Withdrawal irritability
Withdrawal irritability
Failed quitting attempts
Failed quitting attempts
Jacqueline Gall
Jacqueline Gall
LMFT, 7 years in practice
Jasmine Cope
Jasmine Cope
LCSW, 27 years in practice
John Jones
John Jones
Dr.PhD, 14 years in practice

Take the Step to Stop Compulsive Gambling with Calmerry

Calmerry offers online therapy to help someone with gambling issues to address compulsive gambling, providing personalized support and strategies to regain control. With 1,000 experienced therapists, averaging 7 years in the field, you'll be matched with the therapist best suited to your needs and get help with problem gambling.

How to Get Started

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Step 1
Visit Calmerry and create an account.
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Step 2
Complete the initial questionnaire.
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Step 3
Get matched with a therapist.
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Step 4
Schedule the first lesson with your therapist.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if I have a gambling addiction?

If you spend a lot of time thinking about gambling, chase losses, or experience harmful consequences, you might have problematic gambling behavior. If you experience the urge to gamble, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Is online therapy effective for gambling addiction?

Yes, online therapy can be a valuable and effective tool that provides individuals treatment for gambling. It offers flexibility, accessibility, and proven therapeutic techniques. Many people who gamble find it helpful for managing urges and developing coping strategies to prevent gambling relapses.

Will my therapy sessions be confidential?

Licensed therapists adhere to strict confidentiality. Your gambling experiences and treatment plan will remain private.

How long does gambling addiction therapy take?

Gambling addiction treatment length varies. It depends on individual needs and the severity of the gambling disorder. Recovery training and relapse prevention are key.

Do you offer support for family members affected by gambling addiction?

Yes, many treatment providers offer our sincerest help to support families. If someone you know has a gambling addiction, it's time to get problem gambling help. Remember, help is available.

Why do people gamble and why can’t they stop?

People gamble for various reasons, including the thrill of winning, the desire for financial gain, or as an escape, and they can struggle to stop due to the addictive nature of the activity, which can trigger similar neurological responses as other addictions.

For more information, please visit our FAQ