Gambling therapists in Fort Saskatchewan, AB
Browse Gambling therapists in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Gambling
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 Fort Saskatchewan, AB (Online Only)
Gambling
Jorgelina Gill
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Sc Psychology | Behaviour Therapist | RTCounsellor
With the psychodynamic approach, the client will know the causes and roots that led him to his problem; for what it is necessary an in-depth analysis of the personality by putting greater focus on the current and past experiences. This will give the client the opportunity to build a new present and future understanding and identifying triggers and own emotions.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Saskatchewan, AB
Online in Fort Saskatchewan, AB
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
In-Person Near Fort Saskatchewan, AB
Online in Fort Saskatchewan, AB
Gambling
Kaylei Murray
Registered Psychotherapist, CRPO, ACTA
I support clients in understanding the patterns and emotional drivers connected to gambling behaviors. Therapy focuses on awareness, regulation, and developing alternative coping strategies.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Fort Saskatchewan, AB
Online in Fort Saskatchewan, AB
Gambling
Zain Abideen
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist , BSc, MACP
Gambling behaviours often develop as a way of coping with stress or emotional discomfort. Therapy focuses on identifying the triggers behind these behaviours while helping individuals develop healthier coping strategies and regain control.
2 Years Experience
Online in Fort Saskatchewan, AB (Online Only)
Gambling therapists in Fort Saskatchewan, AB Statistics
Gambling therapists in Fort Saskatchewan, 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+ |