Gambling therapists in North Vancouver, BC
Browse Gambling therapists in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Gambling
Candace Plattor
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor, M.A. in Counselling Psychology from Adler University
At Love With Boundaries, we deal with all kinds of addictions, including gambling - whether it's at the casino or on their smart phones. Basically addiction is addiction, in whatever ways it shows up.
35 Years Experience
Online in North Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Gambling
Rose laure Agbazan
Hypnotherapist, Clinical hypnotherapist, Clinical Aromatherapist CAHP
Compulsive gambling often mirrors a search for relief, control, or intensity. We gently address the emotional hunger underneath, building healthier ways to feel grounded and empowered.
0 Years Experience
In-Person Near North Vancouver, BC
Online in North Vancouver, BC
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 North Vancouver, BC (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 North Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Gambling
Marjan Emami
Counsellor/Therapist, MD, RTC #3608, MPCC-Provisional #4797, ACTA #3122
If and when gambling becomes problematic, it is nearly always a coping mechanism for deeper emotional struggles. Healing involves uncovering the underlying roots, cultivating supportive connections, and approaching oneself with patience and compassion instead of judgment.
2 Years Experience
Online in North Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Gambling therapists in North Vancouver, BC Statistics
Gambling therapists in North Vancouver, BC average 16 years of experience and charge around $134 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Behavioral Therapy (58%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (58%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$134
Accept insurance
75%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 58% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 58% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 50% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 50% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 50% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 50% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 75% | Senior |
| 67% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | Men |
| 58% | Asian |
| 58% | Christian |
| 58% | Women |
| 50% | Buddhist |