RECOVERY

In 1982, the State of Connecticut established the Compulsive Gambling Treatment Program. The program has successfully treated hundreds of problem gamblers and their families.

On January 15, 1998, gambling treatment became available at sites across Connecticut. At any of the Bettor Choice sites, an individualized treatment plan is developed for each client, and may include individual, group, marital, and/or family therapy. Financial counseling is also available. Clients are seen weekly, or more frequently, depending on need.

Reasons for Seeking Help:

Some people come simply to get more information. They realize that gambling is causing problems, but the terms problem, pathological, or compulsive gambling are confusing. Others wonder whether they can benefit from our services and want to talk with an expert about treatment options. 

Others realize that their gambling is out of control, feel unable to stop and think, that no one can help. They seek help to stop gambling and regain control over their lives.

Family members seek help to reduce the impact of problem gambling, improve their lives and take better care of themselves. They also seek help to learn how to better manage the resentment and insecurity of the past and feel more confident about the future. 

Recovering problem gamblers also reach out with concerns about going back to gambling. They understand that periods of stress or personal conflict may jeopardize the day-to day process of recovery. They seek help to talk through problems and develop strategies to successfully continue recovery. 

Typically, treatment addresses the following issues:

	Finding hope
	Reducing financial pressure
	Regaining self-esteem
	Coping with guilt, shame, and remorse
	Stopping gambling
	Coping with urges and cravings to gamble
	Developing healthy relationships
	Regaining trust and becoming trustworthy
	Returning to rational thinking

Contact Information for Bettor Choice Programs
You can speak with a gambling counselor or find the nearest Bettor Choice Program, by dialing 860.344.2244. Or you can call one of the programs listed below. When you call, make sure to specify that you are looking for gambling help and information.

Click here for Better Choice Program information and locations.

Gamblers Anonymous and Gam-Anon
Gamblers Anonymous (GA) and Gam-Anon are twelve step programs. Meetings are held at various locations throughout Connecticut and the United States. GA is for gamblers and Gam-Anon is for those who have been impacted by a gambler's problem. The national telephone number for GA is 213-386-8789. The national telephone number for Gam-Anon is 718-352-1671.
 
Gamblers Anonymous Connecticut Directory

Gamblers Anonymous International Directory