Gambling Therapists in Elk Grove, CA
If you're going through a challenging time in life, whether it's complex grieving, some form of post-traumatic phenomena (stress or growth), or a major life transition, let's connect and develop a supportive healing plan that's right for you. Beyond my doctoral work in clinical psychology, I also have 30 years of experience in supportive fields ranging from faith-based psychotherapy and psycho-education, world religions & wisdom traditions (college-level instructor), and business consulting. Together, we'll find real-world solutions for your unique healing journey.
If you're going through a challenging time in life, whether it's complex grieving, some form of post-traumatic phenomena (stress or growth), or a major life transition, let's connect and develop a supportive healing plan that's right for you. Beyond my doctoral work in clinical psychology, I also have 30 years of experience in supportive fields ranging from faith-based psychotherapy and psycho-education, world religions & wisdom traditions (college-level instructor), and business consulting. Together, we'll find real-world solutions for your unique healing journey.
My approach to therapy is relational, insight-driven, and integrative, helping clients move beyond coping into meaningful, lasting change. I work at both the internal and relational levels, addressing patterns that keep people feeling stuck. I also can incorporate EMDR for trauma processing with neurofeedback to support nervous system regulation and brain optimization. I am also trained in sex therapy and provide a space for open, thoughtful exploration of intimacy, desire, and connection. As a supervisor, I support clinicians in developing depth, confidence, and strong clinical judgment.
My approach to therapy is relational, insight-driven, and integrative, helping clients move beyond coping into meaningful, lasting change. I work at both the internal and relational levels, addressing patterns that keep people feeling stuck. I also can incorporate EMDR for trauma processing with neurofeedback to support nervous system regulation and brain optimization. I am also trained in sex therapy and provide a space for open, thoughtful exploration of intimacy, desire, and connection. As a supervisor, I support clinicians in developing depth, confidence, and strong clinical judgment.
Are you suffering from depression and anxiety? Are you attempting to maintain a sense of normalcy while under stress? Are you dealing from trauma from life circumstances that you have not been able to process? I offer treatment to Adults, Couples, and Teens to create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs.
Are you suffering from depression and anxiety? Are you attempting to maintain a sense of normalcy while under stress? Are you dealing from trauma from life circumstances that you have not been able to process? I offer treatment to Adults, Couples, and Teens to create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs.
My fervent passion for counseling and unwavering belief in people are the cornerstones of my therapeutic work. In my role as facilitator I listen deeply to your concerns, worries, joys, and important life stories. We will embark on an interesting experience that helps you to become more in tune with yourself and others and more appreciative of your own skills and gifts. Together, we take steps to help you relieve the burdens of stress, worry and other overwhelming emotions so that you feel more at ease and confident in living your best life.
My fervent passion for counseling and unwavering belief in people are the cornerstones of my therapeutic work. In my role as facilitator I listen deeply to your concerns, worries, joys, and important life stories. We will embark on an interesting experience that helps you to become more in tune with yourself and others and more appreciative of your own skills and gifts. Together, we take steps to help you relieve the burdens of stress, worry and other overwhelming emotions so that you feel more at ease and confident in living your best life.
Have you or a loved one struggled with alcohol or drug dependency? Allow me to help you on your journey to recovery. At Life Steps Consulting, we know that life is full of different transitions, which can be broken down into a series of steps. When you are struggling with substance abuse, movement through the transitional steps halts, causing you to fall into unhealthy life cycles, which impact your career goals, relationships, physical and mental health. I can help you get back on track. I not only have studied the disease of alcohol and drug addiction, but I have been there and I know how you feel.
Have you or a loved one struggled with alcohol or drug dependency? Allow me to help you on your journey to recovery. At Life Steps Consulting, we know that life is full of different transitions, which can be broken down into a series of steps. When you are struggling with substance abuse, movement through the transitional steps halts, causing you to fall into unhealthy life cycles, which impact your career goals, relationships, physical and mental health. I can help you get back on track. I not only have studied the disease of alcohol and drug addiction, but I have been there and I know how you feel.
Are you feeling disconnected from the important people in your life? Does your life feel overwhelming or out of control ? Are you worried about your marriage or relationship ? Do you feel overwhelmed with being a parent & wonder if you are doing a "good enough" job? Are you frustrated you can't kick certain compulsive or addictive habits? Are you still affected by past traumatic experiences ? I know this can feel tiring and overwhelming. Let me help. You don't have to feel like this any longer.
Are you feeling disconnected from the important people in your life? Does your life feel overwhelming or out of control ? Are you worried about your marriage or relationship ? Do you feel overwhelmed with being a parent & wonder if you are doing a "good enough" job? Are you frustrated you can't kick certain compulsive or addictive habits? Are you still affected by past traumatic experiences ? I know this can feel tiring and overwhelming. Let me help. You don't have to feel like this any longer.
At Kokoro Counseling Center we help people move through their lives with a greater sense of purpose, meaning, and joy. We partner with our clients to develop treatment goals that target unwanted emotional struggles and behavioral patterns. Upon request, we work with prescribing medical providers for more promising psychotherapeutic outcomes. Our practice integrates various clinical treatment theories that meet a range of client treatment needs. We provide an emotionally safe space to heal past trauma and embrace new beginnings, one step at a time.
At Kokoro Counseling Center we help people move through their lives with a greater sense of purpose, meaning, and joy. We partner with our clients to develop treatment goals that target unwanted emotional struggles and behavioral patterns. Upon request, we work with prescribing medical providers for more promising psychotherapeutic outcomes. Our practice integrates various clinical treatment theories that meet a range of client treatment needs. We provide an emotionally safe space to heal past trauma and embrace new beginnings, one step at a time.
Are you and your partner having trouble communicating without dissolving into conflict that seems to never get resolved? Are you tired of feeling anxious and walking on egeshells? Do you have difficulty expressing yourself and getting your needs met? Do you often end up in the same relationship rut without being able to find a way out of an unsatisfying cycle of blame and regret?
Are you and your partner having trouble communicating without dissolving into conflict that seems to never get resolved? Are you tired of feeling anxious and walking on egeshells? Do you have difficulty expressing yourself and getting your needs met? Do you often end up in the same relationship rut without being able to find a way out of an unsatisfying cycle of blame and regret?
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep commitment to supporting individuals as they navigate life's most challenging moments. With over 16 years of experience in mental health, I specialize in working with adults and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity exploration, relationships, professional development, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, cultural humility, and collaboration.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep commitment to supporting individuals as they navigate life's most challenging moments. With over 16 years of experience in mental health, I specialize in working with adults and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, identity exploration, relationships, professional development, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, cultural humility, and collaboration.
I help people who feel lost in their own thoughts finally find peace again. Maybe you’ve been stuck in a cycle of depression, anxiety, self-doubt, trauma, or exhaustion—doing your best to hold everything together while silently wondering, “When will I finally feel okay?” You don’t have to go through this alone anymore. In therapy, I create a space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s really happening beneath the surface. Within a safe and supportive environment, you’ll work to understand the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and strengthen your sense of self-trust.
I help people who feel lost in their own thoughts finally find peace again. Maybe you’ve been stuck in a cycle of depression, anxiety, self-doubt, trauma, or exhaustion—doing your best to hold everything together while silently wondering, “When will I finally feel okay?” You don’t have to go through this alone anymore. In therapy, I create a space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s really happening beneath the surface. Within a safe and supportive environment, you’ll work to understand the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and strengthen your sense of self-trust.
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I also provide free counseling services for individuals struggling with a Gambling Problem and/or family and friends affected by a gambling problem.
Through my work as a therapist, I help clients reach treatment goals aimed at strengthening the self, building healthy relationships and overall health and balance in life. I believe each client is unique and needs a treatment plan tailored to meet their specific needs and I work collaboratively with clients to help them set and progress towards their goals. I specialize in working with children, families and couples and focus on identifying strengths and building healthy patterns of relating to one another. I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for healing and growth to flourish.
I also provide free counseling services for individuals struggling with a Gambling Problem and/or family and friends affected by a gambling problem.
Through my work as a therapist, I help clients reach treatment goals aimed at strengthening the self, building healthy relationships and overall health and balance in life. I believe each client is unique and needs a treatment plan tailored to meet their specific needs and I work collaboratively with clients to help them set and progress towards their goals. I specialize in working with children, families and couples and focus on identifying strengths and building healthy patterns of relating to one another. I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for healing and growth to flourish.
Now that you have organized your space let's get started on your mind! With our world changing every moment and with all this uncertainty I am offering online and phone sessions to new and existing clients. If you are having trouble with being in the same space with your loved ones, we can help with individual and group video sessions. We can help make your time together healthy and productive. Call now
Now that you have organized your space let's get started on your mind! With our world changing every moment and with all this uncertainty I am offering online and phone sessions to new and existing clients. If you are having trouble with being in the same space with your loved ones, we can help with individual and group video sessions. We can help make your time together healthy and productive. Call now
I am also a treatment provider for the California Office of Problem Gambling and offer free therapy for problem gamblers and their families.
I have a clinical and consulting practice in Midtown working with individuals and couples on parenting, women's issues, relationship violence, and anger management. Additionally, I work as an executive coach with professionally successful Women of Color. As a licensed psychologist, my training and life experience have afforded me the opportunity to provide expert consultation, counseling, and evaluation services. I have conducted short and long term therapy as well as comprehensive assessments pertaining to academic, workplace, or medical-related issues. Specific client populations I work with include executives, men and women of color, adolescents (and families), and domestic violence offenders.
I am also a treatment provider for the California Office of Problem Gambling and offer free therapy for problem gamblers and their families.
I have a clinical and consulting practice in Midtown working with individuals and couples on parenting, women's issues, relationship violence, and anger management. Additionally, I work as an executive coach with professionally successful Women of Color. As a licensed psychologist, my training and life experience have afforded me the opportunity to provide expert consultation, counseling, and evaluation services. I have conducted short and long term therapy as well as comprehensive assessments pertaining to academic, workplace, or medical-related issues. Specific client populations I work with include executives, men and women of color, adolescents (and families), and domestic violence offenders.
If you've struggled with alcohol and other drugs issues then I'm here to help. I work with clients to meet you where your at to move you on the stages of change paradigm. Whether you want to quit completely or just reduce your use, I will work with you to achieve this goal. The first stage is to do an assessment to see if we are a good fit. I've been doing substance abuse counseling for over 30 years. I also focus on trauma. For most people the substance use is the ice burg( what we see) I want to give you tools to work on what's underneath. Lets see if I'm a good fit for you . I offer both in person and remote appointments .
If you've struggled with alcohol and other drugs issues then I'm here to help. I work with clients to meet you where your at to move you on the stages of change paradigm. Whether you want to quit completely or just reduce your use, I will work with you to achieve this goal. The first stage is to do an assessment to see if we are a good fit. I've been doing substance abuse counseling for over 30 years. I also focus on trauma. For most people the substance use is the ice burg( what we see) I want to give you tools to work on what's underneath. Lets see if I'm a good fit for you . I offer both in person and remote appointments .
My path to becoming a therapist has given me many different experiences. I have always known that I wanted to help others in some type of capacity. Exposure to therapy during my time pursuing my education, while also having the ability to wholeheartedly talk and relate to different types and ages of people, has led me to the desire to practice therapy. Completing my MSW, along with extensive internship experience, helped me solidify that I wanted to be a therapist.
My path to becoming a therapist has given me many different experiences. I have always known that I wanted to help others in some type of capacity. Exposure to therapy during my time pursuing my education, while also having the ability to wholeheartedly talk and relate to different types and ages of people, has led me to the desire to practice therapy. Completing my MSW, along with extensive internship experience, helped me solidify that I wanted to be a therapist.
When anxiety, self-doubt, or major changes feel like too much, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, confidence, and stability. Since 2017, I’ve provided evidence-based psychotherapy to adults ages 18 to 80, specializing in anxiety disorders, adjustment-related stress, and self-esteem concerns. As a top 1% ranked therapist in Multisystemic Therapy (MST), I integrate trauma-informed care with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to support clients navigating mood disturbances, life transitions, and unresolved
When anxiety, self-doubt, or major changes feel like too much, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, confidence, and stability. Since 2017, I’ve provided evidence-based psychotherapy to adults ages 18 to 80, specializing in anxiety disorders, adjustment-related stress, and self-esteem concerns. As a top 1% ranked therapist in Multisystemic Therapy (MST), I integrate trauma-informed care with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to support clients navigating mood disturbances, life transitions, and unresolved
Thank you for considering me as your therapist on your journey of healing. My name is Dr. Matthew Schauer, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I obtained a doctorate in psychology (Psy.D.) from Alliant International University. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and relationship distress, among other challenges. I hope to support your healing and increase your quality of life.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist on your journey of healing. My name is Dr. Matthew Schauer, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I obtained a doctorate in psychology (Psy.D.) from Alliant International University. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and relationship distress, among other challenges. I hope to support your healing and increase your quality of life.
Bayside Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, APCC, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95661
Our highly trained therapists are ready to walk with you on your journey towards hope and healing. Bayside Counseling Center is a Christian Counseling Center for the Greater Sacramento area and beyond. We strive to help people know their worth and achieve their goals to heal their relationships with God, self, and others. We are honored to walk alongside you in this journey.
Our highly trained therapists are ready to walk with you on your journey towards hope and healing. Bayside Counseling Center is a Christian Counseling Center for the Greater Sacramento area and beyond. We strive to help people know their worth and achieve their goals to heal their relationships with God, self, and others. We are honored to walk alongside you in this journey.
My style as a therapist is both affirmative and challenging. I seek to support and understand you so that we may together identify the obstacles that keep you from living a more fulfilling and creative life. Therapy often involves the following processes: Changing reactive patterns of behavior, like compulsive eating or the destructive use of anger. Learning about your "filters," which are habitual ways of interpreting life events that stem from your unique conditioning. Developing skills to modulate uncomfortable feelings, such as anxiety or sadness. Strengthening your core sense of self and values.
My style as a therapist is both affirmative and challenging. I seek to support and understand you so that we may together identify the obstacles that keep you from living a more fulfilling and creative life. Therapy often involves the following processes: Changing reactive patterns of behavior, like compulsive eating or the destructive use of anger. Learning about your "filters," which are habitual ways of interpreting life events that stem from your unique conditioning. Developing skills to modulate uncomfortable feelings, such as anxiety or sadness. Strengthening your core sense of self and values.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked 20+ years with children and adults who have experienced mental health challenges related to anxiety, depression, disharmonious/conflictual relationships, parenting/co-parenting, and early childhood trauma. My approach is simple: Meet people where they are at from a compassionate, non-judgmental, and honest perspective. I use a collection of therapeutic techniques specific to the needs of the person, and my underlying philosophy is to facilitate conversations that evoke critical thinking so that people can master the skills necessary to resolve their own issues.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked 20+ years with children and adults who have experienced mental health challenges related to anxiety, depression, disharmonious/conflictual relationships, parenting/co-parenting, and early childhood trauma. My approach is simple: Meet people where they are at from a compassionate, non-judgmental, and honest perspective. I use a collection of therapeutic techniques specific to the needs of the person, and my underlying philosophy is to facilitate conversations that evoke critical thinking so that people can master the skills necessary to resolve their own issues.
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Gambling Therapists
How do gambling rehabilitation programs work?
There are both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. However, for some individuals, an outpatient facility may not offer enough hands-on care, and for other individuals, an inpatient facility may be too much. Both types of care have knowledgeable health professionals including physicians (in the case of residential programs), psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and recovered mentors.
How do gambling 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Abstinence and maintenance are key for 12-step gambling disorder programs. Individuals in a 12-step group rely on each other for support and accountability. In addition, there is often a spiritual element to these programs, whereby belief in a higher power can help the individual overcome their tendencies. If an individual genuinely wants to cease gambling, attending a 12-step program along with regular psychotherapy can be highly effective.
How long does therapy take for gambling disorder?
Recovering from gambling disorder takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but a person can see change if they stick with therapy and if they have the will and desire to stop. Treatment for gambling disorder requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers, as well as the development of coping skills. Making lifestyle changes is also important, such as staying away from lotteries, online gambling, and casinos.
Is relapse a problem for those with a gambling disorder?
Gambling disorder is often chronic and can be life-long; therefore relapse may present a problem for some individuals. But effective treatment can bring a person’s life under control. To remain healthy and on track, the individual may need to regularly check in with their support group or psychotherapist. Frequently refreshing their tools of recovery can be helpful.