Gambling therapists in Townsville, Queensland QLD, Australia AU
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Scott Stalley Realistic Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, GradDipBA, GradDipMgmt(Learning), AdvDipOHS, DipCouns, DipQA, CertIV TAE
Gambling struggles often come with shame, secrecy, and financial stress. I provide a supportive, non‑judgmental space to explore the emotional triggers behind the behaviour and develop healthier coping strategies.
Together, we work on rebuilding control, repairing trust, and restoring stability in your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Cynthia Dunn Artemis Psychology Services
Psychologist, B.Psych (Hons), Registered Psychologist, Licensed EMDR Therapist, Trauma Counsellor; NLP Coach
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of shame and secrecy which impacts your relationships in Logan? Are you wanting to be free of the constant urges and denials you are telling yourself. Addiction Focused-EMDR, including Gambling treatment are approached non-judgmentally, in a way that you can feel heard and supported while making sure steps towards a healing. Click the Contact Me for a free 15-minute consultation in Logan.
28 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Rob McClintock Counselling
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, Dip Counselling ACA, Clinical Hypnotherapist ASCH,
Gambling addiction can destroy relationships, finances, and self-worth, trapping you in a cycle of shame, lies, and the desperate hope that the next bet will fix everything. The secrecy and isolation make it even harder to break free. As someone who understands addiction intimately, I know that willpower alone isn't enough to overcome the compulsive urges that drive gambling behaviour. My approach to gambling addiction uses Subconscious Dynamics™ to address the underlying emotional triggers, unresolved trauma, and psychological patterns that fuel the need to gamble. We work to rewire the neural pathways that create the rush and escapism gambling provides, replacing them with healthier coping mechanisms and genuine fulfilment. This holistic, medication-free method helps you reclaim control over your life and rebuild the trust and stability that gambling has taken away.
6 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
HDH Clinical Hypnotherapy & Counselling
Hypnotherapist, BHMSc, Adv Dip CH&Psyc, NLP, Dip Couns
I offer specialised support for those grappling with gambling addiction. My approach marries personal insight with professional expertise forged through years of guiding individuals on their journey to recovery. I focus on uncovering the root causes of your addiction, believing that understanding these underlying factors is key to regaining control. Together, we'll embark on a path that empowers you to rebuild your life confidently. I recognise the complexity and challenges of confronting gambling addiction, but with tailored support and a deep commitment to your well-being, we can navigate this journey together. Let's work towards a future where you feel empowered and in control, free from the constraints of addiction.
9 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Mind Health
Psychologist, Psychologists & Allied Health Experts
Compulsive gambling can profoundly affect one's financial stability, relationships, and mental health. At Mind Health, our experienced psychologists provide confidential, evidence-based therapies to address gambling addiction. Through personalised treatment plans, we aim to help individuals understand the underlying triggers of their behaviour, develop effective coping strategies, and regain control over their lives. Our holistic approach supports clients in achieving sustainable recovery and improved well-being.
22 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Townsville is the largest city in tropical North Queensland — a military, agricultural, and mining hub built around Lavarack Barracks (home to the Army's 3rd Brigade), James Cook University, and a regional healthcare system serving a vast geographic area. The city's significant Australian Army presence creates therapy demand from military families navigating deployment stress and the emotional challenges of service life, while the broader civilian population navigates the economic cycles of mining and agriculture. Townsville University Hospital provides institutional mental health resources, while James Cook University's psychology programs supply clinical training to the local and regional community. Townsville's tropical climate and geographic isolation — it is the largest city between Brisbane and Darwin — mean therapists serve clients from a very wide catchment, and telehealth plays an important role in extending care across North Queensland.
Gambling therapists in Townsville, Queensland, Australia Statistics
Gambling therapists in Townsville, Queensland, Australia average 13 years of experience and charge around $179 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (69%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (63%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$179
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Male |
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| 42% |
Female |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 75% |
In Person and Online |
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| 25% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 69% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 63% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 63% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 44% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 44% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 38% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 94% | Senior |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 38% | Children |
Client Focus
| 81% | Men |
| 69% | Women |
| 63% | Military / Veterans |
| 63% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |