Gambling therapists in Laguna Beach, CA
Browse Gambling therapists in Laguna Beach, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Gambling
Dr. Sharareh Namjoo
Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctor of Psychology
Problem gambling can affect finances, relationships, self-esteem, and emotional well-being. The cycle of urges, secrecy, losses, and attempts to recover money can create intense shame and distress, but these struggles do not define your character.
I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support to help clients understand their triggers, interrupt harmful patterns, manage urges, and develop healthier ways of coping with stress and difficult emotions. Together, we create practical safeguards, rebuild trust, and work toward greater stability, accountability, and freedom.
26 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
Gambling
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
Gambling can become a compulsive habit with a costly consequence. Such can have an impact on the individuals and others. Reducing such compulsive behavior can take time. I have many years of experience in the area.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Laguna Beach, CA
Online in Laguna Beach, CA
Gambling
DL, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP
My clinical experience includes treating all forms of addiction and co-occurring disorders. I've had experience working in residential treatment facilities, inpatient psychiatric facilities and outpatient mental health settings. I also serve as Clinical Director for an addiction treatment center. My approach includes the use of Relapse Prevention Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Enhancement Therapy.
17 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
Gambling
Growth and Change Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Gambling addiction and its offshoots such as crypto trading and sports betting are one of the hardest addiction to break. To get free from addiction an addict has to tell themselves and others the truth. By the time an addict has brought themselves to be truthful about their Gambling addiction, they have gambled away the family house, the family 401k, etc. Telling the truth is so excruciating that many never do it and therefore never recover.
8 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
Gambling
Marc Donegan, Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychodynamic Analysis & Transactional Analysis, PACFA, BACP, ITTA, EATA, UKATA
Compulsive gambling usually serves a psychological function, whether that’s escape, control, or managing underlying anxiety or stress. I work with clients to understand what the behaviour is doing for them and build sustainable alternatives, alongside addressing any financial or relational impact where relevant.
10 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA
Gambling therapists in Laguna Beach, CA Statistics
Gambling therapists in Laguna Beach, CA average 17 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Behavioral Therapy (55%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (50%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
55%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 45% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 50% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 45% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 41% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 41% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
| 41% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 86% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 41% | Children |
Client Focus
| 77% | Men |
| 73% | Women |
| 64% | Asian |
| 64% | LGBTQ+ |
| 64% | Military / Veterans |