Gambling therapists in Aiken, South Carolina SC
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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 Aiken, SC South Carolina
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 Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Gambling
Dr. Rae Mazzei
Psychologist, PsyD
As a psychologist specializing in gambling addiction, I provide compassionate, evidence-based support to help you regain control over your life. Together, we’ll uncover the underlying factors driving your gambling behavior, develop healthier coping strategies, and work toward lasting recovery. My goal is to help you rebuild trust, restore balance, and create a fulfilling future free from the grip of gambling.
12 Years Experience
Online in Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Gambling
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Gambling can start as entertainment, a way to cope, or even a sense of possibility—but over time, it can become something that’s harder to control and harder to talk about. Many people find themselves caught in cycles of chasing losses, secrecy, financial stress, and the emotional highs and lows that come with it. There’s often shame attached, especially when others don’t understand or when it’s been framed as a lack of discipline rather than something more complex. Cultural factors can also play a role—how gambling is normalized in certain spaces, how risk and success are viewed, or the pressures that make quick financial relief feel necessary.
At Nour Counseling, we approach gambling with honesty and without judgment. We work with you to understand the patterns—what pulls you in, what keeps you there, and what makes it hard to step away. From there, we actively build strategies to interrupt the cycle, reduce harm, and create more stability, including practical supports around urges, finances, and decision-making. We also address the emotional and contextual layers—stress, escape, identity, and systemic pressures—so you’re not just trying to “white-knuckle” change. This is about helping you regain a sense of control, clarity, and direction in a way that actually feels sustainable.
9 Years Experience
Online in Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Gambling
Candace Plattor
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, 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 Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Gambling therapists in Aiken, South Carolina Statistics
Gambling therapists in Aiken, South Carolina average 17 years of experience and charge around $217 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Behavioral Therapy (63%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (53%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$217
Accept insurance
68%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 41% |
Male |
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| 41% |
Female |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 9% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 63% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 53% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 53% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 53% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 53% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 47% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Senior |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 37% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 58% | Military / Veterans |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 58% | Men |
| 47% | Asian |