You don’t need another lecture about willpower. You need a plan that actually fits your life.
Maybe you’ve tried Gamblers Anonymous, deleted the apps, or promised yourself it was the last time. Maybe it even worked for a while. But if you’re here, something keeps pulling you back, and you’re tired of the cycle.
How we will work together
- We start with you. Not just your gambling, but your work, relationships, stress, and what gambling has been doing for you.
- You set the goals. Stopping completely, cutting back, or regaining control: we decide together, and nothing is forced on you. You’ll never hear me tell you that you’re “in denial.”
- You get practical tools. Evidence-based strategies, including CBT and motivational interviewing, help you handle urges, stop chasing losses, and challenge the thinking that keeps you betting.
- We check progress every week. If something isn’t working, we adjust.
- You leave with skills for life. By the end, you’ll understand yourself well enough to handle future stress without turning to gambling.
What can change
Clients often come in feeling like gambling has taken over their thoughts, their money, and their relationships. Through our work, the urges lose their pull. You stop living a double life. You rebuild trust with the people closest to you. And you start putting your time, energy, and money into a life you’re genuinely proud of.
Private, discreet, and one-on-one
Your privacy matters. I personally work with every client, with no other staff involved, and I keep my caseload small so you get my full attention. You’re also free to use other supports alongside our work, including GA if you find it helpful.
Break free from gambling addiction and reclaim your life
My personalized, confidential Gambling Therapy program is designed to help you understand your compulsions, identify triggers, and build a more fulfilling future. With a customized, multi-faceted approach, you’ll gain the tools to overcome challenges—not just in gambling, but in all areas of life. Take the first step toward lasting change. Reach out today.
CBT is at the center of effective recovery from problem gambling
Cognitive-behavioral therapy represents the gold standard for treating gambling disorder across multiple national guidelines.
In a meta-analysis of 15 randomized controlled trials with 1,536 participants, CBT showed significant posttreatment improvements over other treatment approaches in self-efficacy, cognitive distortions, and coping mechanisms. Alternative treatment approaches included cognitive restructuring, stimulus control, and exposure therapy.
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- Rodda, S., Merkouris, S., & Dowling, N. (2024). Current approaches to the identification and management of gambling disorder: a narrative review to inform clinical practice in Australia and New Zealand. Medical Journal of Australia, 221. https://doi.org/10.5694/mja2.52471
