Gambling Therapists in Homewood, IL

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Kris D Thomas
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC
Verified Verified
Homewood, IL 60422  (Online Only)
With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am skilled in helping adults and adolescents work through a wide range of challenges ranging from the everyday nuances such as maintaining healthy boundaries, work-life balance to more complex concerns such as trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, gambling addiction and substance misuse.
Understanding that the journey toward healing isn’t always glamorous and sometimes scary, I aim to provide clients with an emotionally safe environment to overcome the difficulties that plague them. I understand that choosing to start therapy isn't always an easy decision due to life’s demands and sociocultural stigma around seeking mental health care. I strive to create therapeutic relationships that are nonjudgmental, authentic, transparent, warm and collaborative. I provides a collaborative and objective platform to explore concerns, unlearn & replace thoughts or behaviors that no longer serve my clients.
With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am skilled in helping adults and adolescents work through a wide range of challenges ranging from the everyday nuances such as maintaining healthy boundaries, work-life balance to more complex concerns such as trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, gambling addiction and substance misuse.
Understanding that the journey toward healing isn’t always glamorous and sometimes scary, I aim to provide clients with an emotionally safe environment to overcome the difficulties that plague them. I understand that choosing to start therapy isn't always an easy decision due to life’s demands and sociocultural stigma around seeking mental health care. I strive to create therapeutic relationships that are nonjudgmental, authentic, transparent, warm and collaborative. I provides a collaborative and objective platform to explore concerns, unlearn & replace thoughts or behaviors that no longer serve my clients.
(312) 646-3988 View (312) 646-3988
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Bradley Counseling & Consulting LLC
Counselor, LCPC, CRADC, CODP II, PCGC, SAP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Homewood, IL 60430
The journey called life can be very painful. It has been one of the greatest rewards of my life to see people who have been negatively impacted by relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns turn their situation around . The power to change our life course, habits, and perceptions sometimes appears to be a never ending struggle. I indeed applaud you for reaching out because it reaffirms that people are not giving up and giving in to their situations.
The journey called life can be very painful. It has been one of the greatest rewards of my life to see people who have been negatively impacted by relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns turn their situation around . The power to change our life course, habits, and perceptions sometimes appears to be a never ending struggle. I indeed applaud you for reaching out because it reaffirms that people are not giving up and giving in to their situations.
(708) 518-3728 View (708) 518-3728
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Aneka Spencer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Homewood, IL 60430  (Online Only)
Hello there, I'm Aneka. Are you looking for a place to learn new coping skills to help manage life's ups & downs? Do you need to learn how to be kinder to yourself and improve your self-esteem? I would like to partner with you to help you achieve your goals! I am a LCSW in the state of Illinois. I have worked with clients whose concerns range from mild to moderate anxiety, mild to moderate depression, & general stress. My experience includes community mental health, school social work, and Employee Assistance Programs.
Hello there, I'm Aneka. Are you looking for a place to learn new coping skills to help manage life's ups & downs? Do you need to learn how to be kinder to yourself and improve your self-esteem? I would like to partner with you to help you achieve your goals! I am a LCSW in the state of Illinois. I have worked with clients whose concerns range from mild to moderate anxiety, mild to moderate depression, & general stress. My experience includes community mental health, school social work, and Employee Assistance Programs.
(708) 725-0138 View (708) 725-0138
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Emalee B Kay
Counselor, LCPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Homewood, IL 60430
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist, I approach the needs of my clients with customized treatment strategies and collaborative care. Every client that comes to therapy is sharing and their personal truth and life experiences. I respect the vulnerability that comes with the therapeutic process and strive to provide a safe and challenging environment in order to promote personal growth and achievement. I know that therapy and self-exploration can be hard to navigate but with guidance and support the therapeutic process can deliver such triumph over difficult circumstances.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist, I approach the needs of my clients with customized treatment strategies and collaborative care. Every client that comes to therapy is sharing and their personal truth and life experiences. I respect the vulnerability that comes with the therapeutic process and strive to provide a safe and challenging environment in order to promote personal growth and achievement. I know that therapy and self-exploration can be hard to navigate but with guidance and support the therapeutic process can deliver such triumph over difficult circumstances.
(708) 249-3523 View (708) 249-3523

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Solutions Counseling & Consulting Group
Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60643
We specialize in Solution-Focused, Trauma-Informed and Cognitive Behavioral therapies for those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, domestic violence, DUI, gambling and a host of other mental health needs.
Finding solutions to "Heal Hearts and Mend Minds", is the vision of Solutions Counseling & Consulting Group. With a combined 26 years of behavioral/mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice, and public health experience, our group of trained mental health professionals are here to assist you in finding ways to not only handle, but conquer your every day challenges.
We specialize in Solution-Focused, Trauma-Informed and Cognitive Behavioral therapies for those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, domestic violence, DUI, gambling and a host of other mental health needs.
Finding solutions to "Heal Hearts and Mend Minds", is the vision of Solutions Counseling & Consulting Group. With a combined 26 years of behavioral/mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice, and public health experience, our group of trained mental health professionals are here to assist you in finding ways to not only handle, but conquer your every day challenges.
(872) 401-8897 View (872) 401-8897
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Dr. Jane A. Braun, Ph.D., CSAT
Psychologist, PhD, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423
Braun is a PSYCHOLOGIST and CERTIFIED Sex Addiction Therapist with 20 years' experience counseling individuals/couples with depression, anxiety, sexual addiction, porn addiction, love addiction, gambling addiction, infidelity, trauma, betrayal, low self-esteem, shame, communication and intimacy issues, Christian spiritual issues, & social anxiety issues.
Life can be scary. When you feel that there is an emptiness in your soul that can't be filled or that life is spiraling out of control and suffer from sadness, anxiety, worry, addiction, or trauma, understand there is hope and a solution. You will find a sense of safety, support, and personal power to live a rich fulfilled life as we work together. You will have the tools to resolve problems, overcome urges and cravings, and create healthy alternatives. You will discover your authentic self and develop skills to rebuild your marriage or relationships and increase intimacy in a confidential, nonjudgmental atmosphere of acceptance.
Braun is a PSYCHOLOGIST and CERTIFIED Sex Addiction Therapist with 20 years' experience counseling individuals/couples with depression, anxiety, sexual addiction, porn addiction, love addiction, gambling addiction, infidelity, trauma, betrayal, low self-esteem, shame, communication and intimacy issues, Christian spiritual issues, & social anxiety issues.
Life can be scary. When you feel that there is an emptiness in your soul that can't be filled or that life is spiraling out of control and suffer from sadness, anxiety, worry, addiction, or trauma, understand there is hope and a solution. You will find a sense of safety, support, and personal power to live a rich fulfilled life as we work together. You will have the tools to resolve problems, overcome urges and cravings, and create healthy alternatives. You will discover your authentic self and develop skills to rebuild your marriage or relationships and increase intimacy in a confidential, nonjudgmental atmosphere of acceptance.
(708) 372-7286 View (708) 372-7286
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Dr. Jane A. Braun, Ph.D., CSAT
Psychologist, PhD, CSAT
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Braun is a Psychologist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist with 20 years' experience counseling individuals/couples with depression, anxiety, sexual addiction, porn addiction, love addiction, gambling addiction, infidelity, trauma, betrayal, low self-esteem, shame, communication and intimacy issues, Christian spiritual issues, & social anxiety issues.
Life can be scary. When you feel that there is an emptiness in your soul that can't be filled or that life is spiraling out of control and suffer from sadness, anxiety, worry, addiction, or trauma, understand there is hope and a solution. You will find a sense of safety, support, and personal power to live a rich fulfilled life as we work together. You will have the tools to resolve problems, overcome urges and cravings, and create healthy alternatives. You will discover your authentic self and develop skills to rebuild your marriage or relationships and increase intimacy in a confidential, nonjudgmental atmosphere of acceptance.
Braun is a Psychologist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist with 20 years' experience counseling individuals/couples with depression, anxiety, sexual addiction, porn addiction, love addiction, gambling addiction, infidelity, trauma, betrayal, low self-esteem, shame, communication and intimacy issues, Christian spiritual issues, & social anxiety issues.
Life can be scary. When you feel that there is an emptiness in your soul that can't be filled or that life is spiraling out of control and suffer from sadness, anxiety, worry, addiction, or trauma, understand there is hope and a solution. You will find a sense of safety, support, and personal power to live a rich fulfilled life as we work together. You will have the tools to resolve problems, overcome urges and cravings, and create healthy alternatives. You will discover your authentic self and develop skills to rebuild your marriage or relationships and increase intimacy in a confidential, nonjudgmental atmosphere of acceptance.
(708) 372-7286 View (708) 372-7286
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True Heights Treatment
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago Heights, IL 60411
It is my belief that scheduling a session with a counselor takes courage. I am aware that you are on a journey that has lead you to seeking help from me. I am sensitive to your past, accepting of your present and hopeful about your future. The most important aspect of the treatment process is the relationship between client and counselor. This is why I consider my clients as the expert on what challenges they are facing. I encourage my clients to take the lead and teach me about how the issues are impacting them.
It is my belief that scheduling a session with a counselor takes courage. I am aware that you are on a journey that has lead you to seeking help from me. I am sensitive to your past, accepting of your present and hopeful about your future. The most important aspect of the treatment process is the relationship between client and counselor. This is why I consider my clients as the expert on what challenges they are facing. I encourage my clients to take the lead and teach me about how the issues are impacting them.
(773) 570-2664 View (773) 570-2664
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Hope Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60487
We specialize in working with Mental Health and Chemical Dependency and Addiction Related Issues in both adolescents/adults. Therapy may be delivered through Individual or Family Therapy. We work with clients with the following concerns: Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Boundaries, Chemical Dependency (Alcohol Abuse and Substance Abuse), Codependency, Communication, Conflict-Resolution, Decision Making, Depression, Family Issues, Fear, Feelings of Emptiness, Guilt, Life-Transitions, Parenting, Relationship Issues, Relapse Prevention,Self Esteem, Self-Injury, School Related Concerns, Stress Management and Trust.
We specialize in working with Mental Health and Chemical Dependency and Addiction Related Issues in both adolescents/adults. Therapy may be delivered through Individual or Family Therapy. We work with clients with the following concerns: Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Boundaries, Chemical Dependency (Alcohol Abuse and Substance Abuse), Codependency, Communication, Conflict-Resolution, Decision Making, Depression, Family Issues, Fear, Feelings of Emptiness, Guilt, Life-Transitions, Parenting, Relationship Issues, Relapse Prevention,Self Esteem, Self-Injury, School Related Concerns, Stress Management and Trust.
(630) 448-8274 View (630) 448-8274
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Stephanie Taylor
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Blue Island, IL 60406
It take tremendous courage to change. My ideal client is someone who is courageously facing life's challenges and seeking meaningful growth. You may be grappling with complex or childhood trauma, grief, troubled relationships, work-related stress, addiction, or difficulties resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. You desire a brighter future and a sense of connection and belonging. My intention is to empower you, offering dedicated guidance and support on your transformative journey towards renewed strength and purposeful living. Together, we will navigate the depths of suffering to discover your inner resilience and fulfillment.
It take tremendous courage to change. My ideal client is someone who is courageously facing life's challenges and seeking meaningful growth. You may be grappling with complex or childhood trauma, grief, troubled relationships, work-related stress, addiction, or difficulties resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. You desire a brighter future and a sense of connection and belonging. My intention is to empower you, offering dedicated guidance and support on your transformative journey towards renewed strength and purposeful living. Together, we will navigate the depths of suffering to discover your inner resilience and fulfillment.
(773) 345-9715 View (773) 345-9715
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Lynn Panepinto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP-II, EMDR
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
If you’re struggling with difficult emotions, relationship/family issues, trauma, uncomfortable life transitions, or feeling stuck and overwhelmed, help is available. My passion is working with clients to develop self-awareness, inner strength, and coping skills so that true and lasting healing occurs. I believe that your overall sense of well-being and overall health includes mental and emotional wellness. My hope is that therapy will help you experience greater self-acceptance, understanding, and an ability to achieve your goals and increase your emotional wellness.
If you’re struggling with difficult emotions, relationship/family issues, trauma, uncomfortable life transitions, or feeling stuck and overwhelmed, help is available. My passion is working with clients to develop self-awareness, inner strength, and coping skills so that true and lasting healing occurs. I believe that your overall sense of well-being and overall health includes mental and emotional wellness. My hope is that therapy will help you experience greater self-acceptance, understanding, and an ability to achieve your goals and increase your emotional wellness.
(708) 316-9132 View (708) 316-9132
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Free Minded Counseling PLLC
Counselor, PhD, EdD, LCSW, MA, CADC
Verified Verified
Alsip, IL 60658
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, we are here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in our sessions, we promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, we are here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in our sessions, we promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions.
(312) 945-0724 View (312) 945-0724
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Lolita Drummond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Dolton, IL 60419  (Online Only)
Hello! I am delighted to introduce myself to you. My name is Li Drummond. I have worked with many different presenting issues including adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, suicide risk, stress, loss, trauma, struggles with drugs and alcohol, family problems, child welfare, family problems, offenders, and relationship difficulties. I feel comfortable working with clients ranging in age from children to adults and feel especially well-equipped to work with clients facing discrimination and marginalization including members of various immigrant communities, LGBTQIA+ clientele, black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC).
Hello! I am delighted to introduce myself to you. My name is Li Drummond. I have worked with many different presenting issues including adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, suicide risk, stress, loss, trauma, struggles with drugs and alcohol, family problems, child welfare, family problems, offenders, and relationship difficulties. I feel comfortable working with clients ranging in age from children to adults and feel especially well-equipped to work with clients facing discrimination and marginalization including members of various immigrant communities, LGBTQIA+ clientele, black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC).
(773) 985-6279 View (773) 985-6279
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Bridget Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orland Park, IL 60467  (Online Only)
Bridget is a Licensed Social Worker and received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Aurora University. She is experienced in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, substance use, and stress management. Bridget currently works telehealth and virutal appointments only.
Bridget is a Licensed Social Worker and received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Aurora University. She is experienced in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, substance use, and stress management. Bridget currently works telehealth and virutal appointments only.
(708) 350-6715 View (708) 350-6715
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Dr. Calvin Young
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lansing, IL 60438  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Dr. Calvin Young, a credentialed provider of telehealth care services. As a provider of telemental health as a Psychotherapist, forensic assessment and Substance Abuse Counseling and Addictions treatment professional, I am also US military veteran. For over two decades I have provided Online Therapy and in-person care, using an integrative approach that combines Psychodynamic, Behavior Therapy, Gestalt, Community Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems approaches, combined with Multicultural Psychotherapy, a Person-centered focus.
Hello! My name is Dr. Calvin Young, a credentialed provider of telehealth care services. As a provider of telemental health as a Psychotherapist, forensic assessment and Substance Abuse Counseling and Addictions treatment professional, I am also US military veteran. For over two decades I have provided Online Therapy and in-person care, using an integrative approach that combines Psychodynamic, Behavior Therapy, Gestalt, Community Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems approaches, combined with Multicultural Psychotherapy, a Person-centered focus.
(773) 687-5071 View (773) 687-5071
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Dr. Ari Richelson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
In some ways, the decision you’re about to make is the hardest part of this process. Choosing the right therapist and “type of therapy” can be confusing. That’s why I’d like to explain a little about my training and my approach to make your choice a little easier. My training taught me that by knowing what to listen for, I can connect your symptoms to your past life experiences. Once we start to do that, I will help you identify the reasons those experiences were hard to resolve. When something is hard to resolve, we tend to avoid it, which is why our mind then tells us that something still feels unresolved by producing symptoms.
In some ways, the decision you’re about to make is the hardest part of this process. Choosing the right therapist and “type of therapy” can be confusing. That’s why I’d like to explain a little about my training and my approach to make your choice a little easier. My training taught me that by knowing what to listen for, I can connect your symptoms to your past life experiences. Once we start to do that, I will help you identify the reasons those experiences were hard to resolve. When something is hard to resolve, we tend to avoid it, which is why our mind then tells us that something still feels unresolved by producing symptoms.
(708) 478-9319 View (708) 478-9319
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Donald Kronenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477  (Online Only)
I believe that all people have the potential to overcome whatever obstacles are in their life path, and our relationship is very important in helping you overcome those obstacles. So with that in mind, I will initially spend time just getting to know you and helping you feel comfortable and understood. You can expect a compassionate listener who will help you express issues that sometimes are uncomfortable to talk about. I will also help you establish goals for our work together that will be clear from the beginning of your treatment until the end.
I believe that all people have the potential to overcome whatever obstacles are in their life path, and our relationship is very important in helping you overcome those obstacles. So with that in mind, I will initially spend time just getting to know you and helping you feel comfortable and understood. You can expect a compassionate listener who will help you express issues that sometimes are uncomfortable to talk about. I will also help you establish goals for our work together that will be clear from the beginning of your treatment until the end.
(708) 887-2021 View (708) 887-2021
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Tyhilya (Ty) Kunisha McCullum
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Orland Park, IL 60467
Sometimes bad things that happen in our lives put us directly on the path to the best things that will ever happen to us. I believe that coming to therapy is a huge step towards a path of enlightenment and empowerment.
Sometimes bad things that happen in our lives put us directly on the path to the best things that will ever happen to us. I believe that coming to therapy is a huge step towards a path of enlightenment and empowerment.
(309) 271-1659 View (309) 271-1659
Reem Mohamed
Counselor, MA, LCPC, Certifi, School, Counsel
Verified Verified
Tinley Park, IL 60477  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is a therapeutic experience that allows you a sacred place to gain support, perspective, healing, and most importantly, freedom. I have a passion for helping clients through their journey to healthy healing and emotional wellness. I provide a space for clients to transform their obstacles into resilience, hope, and success.
One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is a therapeutic experience that allows you a sacred place to gain support, perspective, healing, and most importantly, freedom. I have a passion for helping clients through their journey to healthy healing and emotional wellness. I provide a space for clients to transform their obstacles into resilience, hope, and success.
(708) 315-2796 View (708) 315-2796
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Patricia J Miller
Counselor, MHS, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Orland Park, IL 60462
Noted for a caring, supportive clinical style, I treat the whole person to bring about emotional balance and an enhanced quality of life. I provide direction (not merely listening). My clients are aided in finding their most satisfying level of functioning. My work with couples attempting to heal after infidelity led to an approach that I have taught to other therapists in professional trainings, and I continue to use in couples sessions presently. I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor utilizing a 12-Step model for addictions treatment and ongoing recovery,
Noted for a caring, supportive clinical style, I treat the whole person to bring about emotional balance and an enhanced quality of life. I provide direction (not merely listening). My clients are aided in finding their most satisfying level of functioning. My work with couples attempting to heal after infidelity led to an approach that I have taught to other therapists in professional trainings, and I continue to use in couples sessions presently. I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor utilizing a 12-Step model for addictions treatment and ongoing recovery,
(708) 403-1770 View (708) 403-1770
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.