Gambling therapists in Virginia Beach, VA
Browse Gambling therapists in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Gambling
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is a boutique-style mental health practice located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. At Washington Psychological Wellness, our clinicians have specialized training and expertise in the outpatient treatment of addictive-like habits (e.g., gambling) in adolescents, teenagers, and adults. Our clinicians provide a non-judgmental collaborative environment in which one can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling, and being. We aim to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of your addiction, provide strategies to help you cope, and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Our therapists will tailor treatment to your unique needs. Treatment will include an integrative approach consisting of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness meditation, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, and other holistic and empirically validated therapeutic modalities. Our goal is to help you lead a life worth living. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your free 15-minute consultation!
12 Years Experience
Online in Virginia Beach, VA
Gambling
Laura Goldstein
Marriage and Family Therapist, LCMFT
Alex on our team specializes in Gambling addiction: https://mccounselingcenter.com/alexbleiweis/
14 Years Experience
Online in Virginia Beach, VA
Gambling
Aria Fraser
Hypnotherapist, Certified Rapid Transformational Therapist
Gambling habits and addictions are usually not really about getting money, but the thrill and the rush of feel-good chemicals the brain makes when the person scores a win. Gambling is usually driven by a deep need to feel enough or feel alive, and to fill an emptiness that arises from not feeling enough or having enough. The origin is often from a belief that was unknowingly formed early in life that the person wasn't good enough somehow, and this drives the behavior to fill that need. Rapid Transformational Therapy helps to find the root cause of the beliefs, then interrupt and release them, while creating new pathways in the brain that create effective change away from the unwanted behavior. Then, beneficial beliefs and visualizations are 'installed' at the subconscious level to replace them, along with ongoing support after the session.
0 Years Experience
Online in Virginia Beach, VA (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 Virginia Beach, VA (Online Only)
Gambling
Cyndi Turner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Gambling addiction can have significant repercussions on your financial stability and personal relationships. Our therapy focuses on understanding the triggers of gambling behavior and developing strategies to break the cycle. By addressing underlying issues and building healthier coping mechanisms, we work towards reclaiming control over your life.
31 Years Experience
Online in Virginia Beach, VA
Virginia Beach and the surrounding Hampton Roads metro area have one of the highest concentrations of active-duty military personnel and veterans in the country, anchored by Naval Station Norfolk — the world's largest naval base — creating sustained demand for therapists who specialize in military trauma, PTSD, and the dynamics of military family life. Therapists experienced with moral injury, deployment-related adjustment, and service-to-civilian transition are well represented, and many practices specifically orient their care toward service members and their families. Sentara Health and Bon Secours provide institutional mental health resources for the region, complemented by a growing private practice community. Virginia Beach's coastal environment and strong community ties give the city a relatively stable baseline, though the psychological weight of military life remains a defining feature of the local therapy landscape.
Gambling therapists in Virginia Beach, VA Statistics
Gambling therapists in Virginia Beach, VA average 18 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Behavioral Therapy (55%), and Psychoeducational Therapy (55%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
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
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 55% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 50% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 45% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 55% | Teen |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 45% | Christian |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Military / Veterans |