Gambling therapists in Brooks, AB
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Harness of Joy Psychotherapy Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RCSW EMDRIA Approved Consultant & Credit Provider
Overcoming the Chasing Cycle: Healing Beyond the Bet
When the high of a win fades and turns into a heavy cycle of secret stress, financial strain, and overwhelming regret, it can feel like your world is spinning out of your control.
Problematic gambling is rarely just about money. For many, taking that risk becomes an automatic attempt to numb emotional pain, soothe an overworked nervous system, or find a temporary escape from daily pressures. It starts as a distraction, but quickly turns into a trap.
At Harness of Joy Psychotherapy Services, we meet you right where you are with total confidentiality and zero judgment. Grounded in our core values of empathy, integrity, and tailored care, we help you look beneath the surface to address the emotional distress driving the impulse to gamble.
Through compassionate, evidence-based therapy, we work together to:
Identify Emotional Triggers: Uncover the specific stress responses and unmet needs that lead to compulsive behavior.
Restore Nervous System Balance: Learn healthy, sustainable grounding tools to manage urge spikes without acting on them.
Rebuild Trust & Security: Establish practical boundaries to protect your well-being, repair valued relationships, and regain financial peace of mind.
You don't have to navigate the weight of hidden struggles alone. Healing is about reclaiming command over your choices and stepping back into a life rooted in genuine stability, self-trust, and lasting peace.
26 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB (Online Only)
Gambling
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Problem Gambling, technology use and other behavioural addictions can feel like invisible addictions - money, phones, social media, the internet are all around us and can feel impossible to navigate or manage on our own.
10 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB (Online Only)
Gambling
Jim Mason
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, ICADC, CCAC
Problem gambling is not just about losing money. Gambling problems can affect a person’s whole life. Gambling is a problem when it gets in the way of work, school or other activities, harms your mental or physical health, hurts you financially, damages the person’s reputation, or causes problems with family or friends.
As a Canadian Certified Addiction Counsellor, I offer specialized therapy to help individuals address addictive behaviours. I emphasize a compassionate approach through various cognitive therapies, including CBT. CBT focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviours that contribute to problem gambling. If you're ready, I invite you to book a free 15-minute phone consultation to explore how I can support you.
38 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB
Gambling
Kevin Jones
Psychologist, MACP
My approach to treating problem gambling is grounded in evidence-based practices that address both the underlying drivers and the behavioural patterns that keep individuals stuck in the cycle. I begin by helping clients understand the emotional, cognitive, and situational triggers that lead to gambling urges, while teaching practical skills to reduce impulsivity and regain control. Using a blend of cognitive-behavioural strategies, motivational enhancement, and harm-reduction techniques, I supports clients in rebuilding healthier coping mechanisms, repairing financial or relational impacts, and strengthening long-term resilience. My work is collaborative, non-judgmental, and focused on empowering clients to create sustainable change at a pace that feels safe and achievable.
7 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB
Gambling
Rachel Bradley
Psychologist, MA, Registered Psychologist
I provide support for adults struggling with gambling or compulsive betting behaviors. Therapy focuses on understanding triggers, managing impulses, and addressing the emotional and psychological factors that maintain gambling habits. Clients develop practical strategies to regain control, reduce risk, and rebuild financial, emotional, and relational stability.
3 Years Experience
Online in Brooks, AB
Gambling therapists in Brooks, AB Statistics
Gambling therapists in Brooks, AB average 15 years of experience and charge around $154 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Behavioral Therapy (50%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (50%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$154
Accept insurance
75%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 50% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 50% | Gottman Method Couples Therapy |
| 50% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Senior |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 81% | Men |
| 69% | Women |
| 63% | Christian |
| 56% | Asian |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |