Typically, we offer a couple of initial confidential visits to one of our offices at no cost. These initial visits serve both as places where the gambler and concerned persons can get information about what has happened with their gambling and how it can be helped. Additionally, some initial screening is done to determine the extent of the problem for the gambler. Should the gambler decide to be admitted, there is a placement screening which is done by the counselor. This is also free of charge.
Actual treatment consists of several forms.
Primary is the individual counseling session. Here is where much of the work gets done. Part of our approach involves helping the client to build skills to prevent relapsing into old gambling behavior. Additionally, we work on tranforming self-defeating behaviors and thought patterns which often drive the person's addiction. These individual sessions address the needs of the gambler, their families and loved ones.