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John Brewer
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gates, NY 14624
Welcome! The very fact that you are here exhibits courage. You may be wanting to engage in therapy for a variety of reasons. It could be a life event that you didn’t expect, anxiety, depression, or just simply feeling stuck. Therapy can provide insight and new tools to successfully navigate through life and provide you with purpose and meaning. I will work collaboratively with you to listen and understand your point of view. This will allow me to be your change agent as you are the expert in your own life. You may be wondering about me and my qualifications.
Welcome! The very fact that you are here exhibits courage. You may be wanting to engage in therapy for a variety of reasons. It could be a life event that you didn’t expect, anxiety, depression, or just simply feeling stuck. Therapy can provide insight and new tools to successfully navigate through life and provide you with purpose and meaning. I will work collaboratively with you to listen and understand your point of view. This will allow me to be your change agent as you are the expert in your own life. You may be wondering about me and my qualifications.
(585) 283-2013 View (585) 283-2013
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Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14624
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
(585) 535-6858 View (585) 535-6858
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Andrea Marron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Spencerport, NY 14559
There are times in each of our lives when we seek clarity on life and issues surrounding us. Whether you need support, guidance, assistance with problems and/or issues or help with setting goals for yourself, I am here to assist you by offering reality feedback and talk therapy in a comfortable and inviting setting. I offer therapy for individuals, couples, adolescents and older adults. I am here to assist you in seeing how past events and current stressors impact the person you are today.
There are times in each of our lives when we seek clarity on life and issues surrounding us. Whether you need support, guidance, assistance with problems and/or issues or help with setting goals for yourself, I am here to assist you by offering reality feedback and talk therapy in a comfortable and inviting setting. I offer therapy for individuals, couples, adolescents and older adults. I am here to assist you in seeing how past events and current stressors impact the person you are today.
(585) 433-0429 View (585) 433-0429
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Yara Adam Whiter
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Chili, NY 14514  (Online Only)
My name is Yara Adam-Whiter, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Brooklyn, New York, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work mostly from a person-centered approach to understand your worldview so that we can achieve progress toward your unique therapy goals. ​ I enjoy working with LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and their families. I may also be a good fit for clients for first-generation and immigrant clients. We can work on understanding how your intersectionality forms your ideas about the world and the challenges you deal with navigating different cultural expectations in different situations.
My name is Yara Adam-Whiter, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Brooklyn, New York, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work mostly from a person-centered approach to understand your worldview so that we can achieve progress toward your unique therapy goals. ​ I enjoy working with LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and their families. I may also be a good fit for clients for first-generation and immigrant clients. We can work on understanding how your intersectionality forms your ideas about the world and the challenges you deal with navigating different cultural expectations in different situations.
(332) 877-9403 View (332) 877-9403
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Elizabeth Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Henrietta, NY 14586  (Online Only)
Hi. How are you today? My name is Beth Walker. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I see counseling as a collaboration where I walk beside you on your healing journey, and I really appreciate client input, especially if I am missing the mark. My areas of practice include; depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation, trauma, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, addictions, and dissociation. Treatment interventions I am trained in include; Trauma Informed Care, CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Couple therapy, EMDR, CPT, Ego State therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Schema therapy.
Hi. How are you today? My name is Beth Walker. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I see counseling as a collaboration where I walk beside you on your healing journey, and I really appreciate client input, especially if I am missing the mark. My areas of practice include; depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation, trauma, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, addictions, and dissociation. Treatment interventions I am trained in include; Trauma Informed Care, CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Couple therapy, EMDR, CPT, Ego State therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Schema therapy.
(332) 378-1757 View (332) 378-1757
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Branches of Growth Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14624
Relationships can be one of the biggest blessings and also one of the biggest stresses in your life. It's amazing how quickly life can get in the way of our relationships and cause chaos in our lives. We have obligations, responsibilities and demands that we have to keep up with, while putting in work to create a successful relationship. It can be exhausting at times and things can fall apart quickly. Therapy can be helpful for not just the couple or family, but the individual. This profile is for a group practice.
Relationships can be one of the biggest blessings and also one of the biggest stresses in your life. It's amazing how quickly life can get in the way of our relationships and cause chaos in our lives. We have obligations, responsibilities and demands that we have to keep up with, while putting in work to create a successful relationship. It can be exhausting at times and things can fall apart quickly. Therapy can be helpful for not just the couple or family, but the individual. This profile is for a group practice.
(315) 415-0308 View (315) 415-0308

Online Therapists

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David Bowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC 2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baldwinsville, NY 13027
I specialize in helping people to manage a wide array of problems including addiction to drugs/alcohol/ gambling/other, anger, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, depression, bereavement, those that are transitioning from military service or combat, police/first responders and those who have experienced trauma in human services situations.
Ever have times when you question how to handle events in your life, anger, anxiety or depression? Are there times when the way you think or behave causes problems that seem too big to overcome? Do other people question how you handle situations or feelings? Therapy can help you identify the sources of these problems, recognize strengths that can assist to manage them and be able to effectively cope with current and future stress. I work with adolescents and adults to help manage these problems, among others, with the focus on building a healthier quality of life.
I specialize in helping people to manage a wide array of problems including addiction to drugs/alcohol/ gambling/other, anger, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, depression, bereavement, those that are transitioning from military service or combat, police/first responders and those who have experienced trauma in human services situations.
Ever have times when you question how to handle events in your life, anger, anxiety or depression? Are there times when the way you think or behave causes problems that seem too big to overcome? Do other people question how you handle situations or feelings? Therapy can help you identify the sources of these problems, recognize strengths that can assist to manage them and be able to effectively cope with current and future stress. I work with adolescents and adults to help manage these problems, among others, with the focus on building a healthier quality of life.
(315) 352-4465 View (315) 352-4465
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Eileen Sunshine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hilton, NY 14468  (Online Only)
Sometimes this can take the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and gambling or substance misuse.
My name is Eileen Sunshine, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor with a specialization in gambling and substance use concerns. I also specialize in working with clients with anxiety, stress, depression and helping someone make life-changing decisions through the use of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Wellness Self-Management so my clients' can start feeling better.
Sometimes this can take the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and gambling or substance misuse.
My name is Eileen Sunshine, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor with a specialization in gambling and substance use concerns. I also specialize in working with clients with anxiety, stress, depression and helping someone make life-changing decisions through the use of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Wellness Self-Management so my clients' can start feeling better.
(646) 551-0132 View (646) 551-0132
Matthew A Jost CSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14214
Counseling, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Assessments and Diagnostics, Treatment Planning, and Crisis Management,ADHD, Addiction, Gambling, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Child or Adolescent, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Relationship Issues, Stress, Trauma and PTSD.
Each of my clients is my priority. When you become a patient with me, you gain my full attention, care, and drive to address and treat your concern(s). While I have decades of experience to bring to the table, I also know that each of my clients is a unique person in a unique situation, and what works for one patient may not be the correct course of action for another. I take the time you deserve to truly understand your situational factors as well as mental factors regarding your concern, and work to find the correct path forward for YOU.
Counseling, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Assessments and Diagnostics, Treatment Planning, and Crisis Management,ADHD, Addiction, Gambling, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Child or Adolescent, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Relationship Issues, Stress, Trauma and PTSD.
Each of my clients is my priority. When you become a patient with me, you gain my full attention, care, and drive to address and treat your concern(s). While I have decades of experience to bring to the table, I also know that each of my clients is a unique person in a unique situation, and what works for one patient may not be the correct course of action for another. I take the time you deserve to truly understand your situational factors as well as mental factors regarding your concern, and work to find the correct path forward for YOU.
(716) 293-2602 View (716) 293-2602
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Molly Holmes
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14622  (Online Only)
Substance use, gambling, dieting/bingeing, shopping, video games, and sex - they all sound fun until they're ruining your life! I'm not here to tell you what your end goal needs to be (I do NOT require abstinence), but rather to help get you where YOU want to be.
Are you stuck in a bad pattern and can't find the way out? Do you find yourself having the same fight (with yourself or someone you care about) over and over? From addictions to disordered eating to codependent relationships, I help people build new habits that better suit their ideal life. My goal is to help you get out of the cycle and create a happier, healthier version you can be proud of!
Substance use, gambling, dieting/bingeing, shopping, video games, and sex - they all sound fun until they're ruining your life! I'm not here to tell you what your end goal needs to be (I do NOT require abstinence), but rather to help get you where YOU want to be.
Are you stuck in a bad pattern and can't find the way out? Do you find yourself having the same fight (with yourself or someone you care about) over and over? From addictions to disordered eating to codependent relationships, I help people build new habits that better suit their ideal life. My goal is to help you get out of the cycle and create a happier, healthier version you can be proud of!
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JoAnne Castrechino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victor, NY 14564
I specialize in treating Mental health and addictions and/or mental health complex disorders (co-occurring disorders) to include trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, parenting, gambling disorders, and parenting concerns, LGBTQ+ community, intimate partner violence, anger management, self-care, and compassion fatigue.
I am licensed by the state of New York as a Licensed Clinical Social worker (LCSW). I have worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups seeking assistance with counseling for over 16 years. I stand true to a person-centered, holistic, solution-focused, trauma-informed care, intervention(s) that will integrate whatever is helpful for you. I prefer that you lead the way as I walk beside you and help you to identify what it is you are looking for in counseling and how I can help you get there.
I specialize in treating Mental health and addictions and/or mental health complex disorders (co-occurring disorders) to include trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, parenting, gambling disorders, and parenting concerns, LGBTQ+ community, intimate partner violence, anger management, self-care, and compassion fatigue.
I am licensed by the state of New York as a Licensed Clinical Social worker (LCSW). I have worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups seeking assistance with counseling for over 16 years. I stand true to a person-centered, holistic, solution-focused, trauma-informed care, intervention(s) that will integrate whatever is helpful for you. I prefer that you lead the way as I walk beside you and help you to identify what it is you are looking for in counseling and how I can help you get there.
(585) 517-1921 x1 View (585) 517-1921 x1
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Rev. Corrin Matthews-Rutkowski
CHT, CAHA, DDIV
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14211
For clients who desire clinically proven, rapid results, limited appointments and medication-free mental health treatment of habits, disorders, behaviors or trauma, hypnotherapy is the ideal therapy. Clients and doctors seek my expertise for prompt elimination or reduction of debilitating emotional / mental trauma, PTSD symptoms, stress, weight loss, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, fears and phobias, habits like smoking, gambling, shopping, alcoholism and anger. The list of issues immediately resolved with hypnotherapy is far longer. Please call or email to ask for specific information. If the root of an issue is within the subconscious mind, I can help immediately.
For clients who desire clinically proven, rapid results, limited appointments and medication-free mental health treatment of habits, disorders, behaviors or trauma, hypnotherapy is the ideal therapy. Clients and doctors seek my expertise for prompt elimination or reduction of debilitating emotional / mental trauma, PTSD symptoms, stress, weight loss, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, fears and phobias, habits like smoking, gambling, shopping, alcoholism and anger. The list of issues immediately resolved with hypnotherapy is far longer. Please call or email to ask for specific information. If the root of an issue is within the subconscious mind, I can help immediately.
(716) 229-4015 View (716) 229-4015
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Christopher J Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS, CASAC-M
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Are you struggling with a mental health issue? Do you lack motivation, focus, and direction? Are you overwhelmed with life stressors and emotions? Are you living in the past, stuck, and unable to move forward? Do you use alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex or gaming to “cope” with life stressors? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you would benefit from counseling with an objective, nonjudgmental, and supportive therapist. Let me be that therapist for you. Life can be hard, stressful, and challenging but you do not have to navigate this trip alone.
Are you struggling with a mental health issue? Do you lack motivation, focus, and direction? Are you overwhelmed with life stressors and emotions? Are you living in the past, stuck, and unable to move forward? Do you use alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex or gaming to “cope” with life stressors? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you would benefit from counseling with an objective, nonjudgmental, and supportive therapist. Let me be that therapist for you. Life can be hard, stressful, and challenging but you do not have to navigate this trip alone.
(315) 712-1300 View (315) 712-1300
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Patricia Petrone - Whole Wellness Services
Counselor, LMHC, CMHIMP, NCC, MS, CNC
Verified Verified
Pittsford, NY 14534
I am dedicated to helping you through mental health, family, and couples issues with empathy and expertise. Your first session will always be offered within 7 days, and guiding you to your "best self" is my priority. As owner of practice Whole Wellness Services, I have designed a treatment team of experts that are solution focused and utilize evidence based practices while retaining a holistic philosophy. Individuals that come to us for therapy are looking for help with getting to a more joyful place and alleviating symptoms or behaviors that may be holding them back from doing so.
I am dedicated to helping you through mental health, family, and couples issues with empathy and expertise. Your first session will always be offered within 7 days, and guiding you to your "best self" is my priority. As owner of practice Whole Wellness Services, I have designed a treatment team of experts that are solution focused and utilize evidence based practices while retaining a holistic philosophy. Individuals that come to us for therapy are looking for help with getting to a more joyful place and alleviating symptoms or behaviors that may be holding them back from doing so.
(585) 524-0008 View (585) 524-0008
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Elizabeth Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cicero, NY 13039  (Online Only)
Hi. How are you today? My name is Beth Walker. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I see counseling as a collaboration where I walk beside you on your healing journey, and I really appreciate client input, especially if I am missing the mark. My areas of practice include; depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation, trauma, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, addictions, and dissociation. Treatment interventions I am trained in include; Trauma Informed Care, CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Couple therapy, EMDR, CPT, Ego State therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Schema therapy.
Hi. How are you today? My name is Beth Walker. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I see counseling as a collaboration where I walk beside you on your healing journey, and I really appreciate client input, especially if I am missing the mark. My areas of practice include; depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation, trauma, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, addictions, and dissociation. Treatment interventions I am trained in include; Trauma Informed Care, CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Couple therapy, EMDR, CPT, Ego State therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Schema therapy.
(646) 466-6512 View (646) 466-6512
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Lisa Mann Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, MSEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Are you seeking balance or change in your life? Has placing yourself first suddenly stopped being a priority? Are you struggling and unsure where to begin? You've come to the right place. I've worked closely helping many individuals over the past 12 years with these same thoughts, questions and feelings. Let me help you too. Let's work toward putting your goals and aspirations first. Let's re-discover who you are. I will encourage you to identify your goals so that we can create a plan together of how you will work toward achieving them.
Are you seeking balance or change in your life? Has placing yourself first suddenly stopped being a priority? Are you struggling and unsure where to begin? You've come to the right place. I've worked closely helping many individuals over the past 12 years with these same thoughts, questions and feelings. Let me help you too. Let's work toward putting your goals and aspirations first. Let's re-discover who you are. I will encourage you to identify your goals so that we can create a plan together of how you will work toward achieving them.
(716) 589-2020 View (716) 589-2020
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James F. Lewis
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13219
Welcome to my counseling site called Christian Based Counseling Services. As a Christian and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, it is my intent to use clinical and spiritual beliefs, attitudes and practices to support, encourage, as well as strengthen the client through a caring, professional relationship. As part of our ongoing therapeutic work and discovery, it is my goal to guide the client in identifying unhealthy and dysfunctional beliefs, attitudes and behaviors and be transformed with healthy, realistic and spiritually based truths which will enable you to grow individually and within your relationships with others.
Welcome to my counseling site called Christian Based Counseling Services. As a Christian and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, it is my intent to use clinical and spiritual beliefs, attitudes and practices to support, encourage, as well as strengthen the client through a caring, professional relationship. As part of our ongoing therapeutic work and discovery, it is my goal to guide the client in identifying unhealthy and dysfunctional beliefs, attitudes and behaviors and be transformed with healthy, realistic and spiritually based truths which will enable you to grow individually and within your relationships with others.
(315) 245-8428 View (315) 245-8428
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Family And Personal Counseling Telehealth
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LCAT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13206
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(631) 825-9544 View (631) 825-9544
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Nicole Lambert
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Webster, NY 14580
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I specialize in body image, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and athletes. I am extremely passionate about helping others strengthen their relationship with themselves, their body, and food. My aim is to help others reconnect with themselves and their intuition to live fully & wholly within their body. My hope for you is that you learn to access your intuition, and develop self-compassion and self-acceptance with the parts of you that are vulnerable, raw, and unedited. I believe that everyone deserves to recognize and believe in their own value.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I specialize in body image, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and athletes. I am extremely passionate about helping others strengthen their relationship with themselves, their body, and food. My aim is to help others reconnect with themselves and their intuition to live fully & wholly within their body. My hope for you is that you learn to access your intuition, and develop self-compassion and self-acceptance with the parts of you that are vulnerable, raw, and unedited. I believe that everyone deserves to recognize and believe in their own value.
(585) 515-3167 View (585) 515-3167
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Bonnie J White
Counselor, MS, Psy, LMHC, EAS-C
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607  (Online Only)
Bonnie J. White LMHC has 37 yrs experience/training providing assessment and evaluation of issues related to traumatic loss which includes the death of a loved one including suicide or accidental death, workplace bullying/employment loss, life threatening illness, impending loss of life issues, pet loss, anxiety issues and phobias. Experience in psychological therapies including client centered, brief solution focused, cognitive, somatic stress relief, and energy therapies including Emotional Freedom Techniques. Please note COMPLEX PTSD IS NOT included in my specialities, training or experience.
Bonnie J. White LMHC has 37 yrs experience/training providing assessment and evaluation of issues related to traumatic loss which includes the death of a loved one including suicide or accidental death, workplace bullying/employment loss, life threatening illness, impending loss of life issues, pet loss, anxiety issues and phobias. Experience in psychological therapies including client centered, brief solution focused, cognitive, somatic stress relief, and energy therapies including Emotional Freedom Techniques. Please note COMPLEX PTSD IS NOT included in my specialities, training or experience.
(585) 735-4785 View (585) 735-4785

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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.