Gambling therapists in Tallahassee, Florida FL
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Gambling
David Essel, M.S., O.M.
Counselor/Therapist, Master's Degree Psychology, Ordained All Faiths Minister
Addictions to gambling is normally referred to as a behavioral addiction. . Work with David one on one in his holistic program!
46 Years Experience
Online in Tallahassee, FL Florida
Gambling
Kingdom Dwelling Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
KDCC counselors provide a supportive environment where individuals can explore the underlying emotional and psychological factors driving gambling behavior. Helping individuals develop healthier coping strategies, identify triggers, and set realistic goals for recovery. A counselor can provide positive accountability and encourage the building of a supportive network, ultimately leading to improved well-being and a more balanced life.
7 Years Experience
Online in Tallahassee, FL Florida
Gambling
Roland Achtau
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCADC, ICGC-1
Feeling out of control with gambling? Gambling is now classified as the first behavioral addiction to be diagnosed in the DSM-V by the American Psychological Association. My practice offers an umbrella of services to best assist those who are wrestling with gambling addiction and providing necessary tools to overcome.
11 Years Experience
Online in Tallahassee, FL Florida
Gambling
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC
Psychologist
Gambling can start as entertainment but may grow into a source of stress, financial strain, and emotional distress. I work with adults who are concerned about their gambling habits or are struggling to regain a sense of stability and control. Using evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychoeducation, I help clients explore their behaviors, build healthier coping strategies, and reconnect with what matters most. If gambling is interfering with your well-being or relationships, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation.
11 Years Experience
Online in Tallahassee, FL Florida (Online Only)
Gambling
Guy J Iacono
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Gambling problems rarely start as problems. They often begin as entertainment, a way to unwind, a rush that offers relief from stress or boredom or something harder to name. Over time, for some people, it shifts. The losses get harder to walk away from, the urge to chase them grows stronger, and what started as recreation starts costing real things: money, relationships, trust, and self-respect.
Problem gambling is one of the more isolating struggles a person can face. The shame around it tends to run deep, and the secrecy that develops around it can make everything worse. Most people dealing with it have already tried to stop or cut back on their own. The fact that it keeps happening is not a matter of willpower. It is a pattern with real psychological and behavioral roots that responds well to focused, structured treatment.
In our work together, we look honestly at the role gambling has played, what has been driving it, and what has made it difficult to stop. We build concrete strategies for managing urges, address the underlying stress, anxiety, or emotional patterns that feed the behavior, and work on repairing the areas of life that have taken the hit.
My approach is direct and nonjudgmental. I have worked with people navigating substance misuse and behavioral patterns for over a decade and understand how these cycles work and what it actually takes to break them.
If gambling has become something you are managing in secret or something that has started to cost you more than you want to admit, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
10 Years Experience
Online in Tallahassee, FL Florida
Tallahassee is home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University — the latter one of the country's most prominent HBCUs — creating a large and diverse student population alongside a substantial state government workforce, and a therapy community shaped by both academic stress and the particular pressures of public service careers. The city's African American community, anchored by a historically rich FAMU culture, drives strong demand for culturally affirming therapists who understand racial identity, HBCU community life, and intergenerational resilience. Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare and Capital Regional Medical Center provide institutional mental health resources alongside a private practice community. Tallahassee's geographic distance from Florida's major metros makes it an important regional mental health hub for a large surrounding rural area.
Gambling therapists in Tallahassee, Florida Statistics
Gambling therapists in Tallahassee, Florida average 18 years of experience and charge around $195 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Behavioral Therapy (59%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (52%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$195
Accept insurance
56%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Male |
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| 38% |
Female |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 59% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 52% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 48% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 44% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 41% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 74% | Senior |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Teen |
| 37% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Men |
| 63% | Women |
| 59% | Military / Veterans |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Christian |