Gambling Addiction Treatment in Alberta

While these platforms can be entertaining for some, their convenience and constant availability can increase the risk of developing problematic gambling behaviours. For individuals struggling with iGaming, gambling can quickly become difficult to control, leading to financial stress, relationship challenges, emotional distress, and a growing sense of isolation.

Clinically, iGaming-related addiction falls under Gambling Disorder, a recognized behavioural addiction in the DSM-5-TR. Although the diagnosis is the same as traditional gambling addiction, online gambling presents unique challenges. With 24/7 access through smartphones and other devices, individuals can gamble privately and impulsively at any time, making it easier for harmful patterns to develop and harder to step away.

Whether your gambling involves sports betting, online casinos, poker, or other digital platforms, support is available. At Brick House Recovery Centre, we provide evidence-based treatment that addresses both the gambling behaviour and the underlying mental health, trauma, and life challenges that may be contributing to it.

Intake and Connection

Reaching out for help can be one of the hardest steps. Our team is committed to making the process as simple and supportive as possible. We will connect with you within 48 hours of your initial inquiry, offering both in-person and virtual options. With no wait lists, you can begin your recovery journey when you’re ready.

Comprehensive Assessment

Every treatment journey begins with a comprehensive assessment of gambling behaviours, co-occurring mental health concerns, and the financial impact gambling may be having on your life. We take the time to understand each client’s unique experiences, challenges, and goals through a holistic understanding allows us to create a treatment plan tailored to specific needs and recovery goals.

Personalized Treatment Planning

No two recovery journeys are the same. Anyone in our Gambling Disorder treatment pathway receives an individualized treatment plan based on severity, co-occurring conditions, experiences, goals, lifestyle, and support needs.

Active Treatment and Skill Building

Treatment may include individual counselling, group programming, and participation in one of our Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Gambling (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention, and trauma-informed care, we help clients better understand their gambling behaviours, build healthier coping skills, and develop strategies for lasting recovery.

Because gambling addiction often occurs alongside other challenges, treatment may also include support for co-occurring mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and PTSD. Clients receive guidance and resources to address financial stress and recovery, rebuild healthy routines, strengthen relationships, and develop practical tools for managing urges, triggers, and high-risk situations.

Relapse Prevention and Digital Boundaries

Online gambling presents unique challenges because it is available anytime, anywhere. Through treatment, we help clients identify triggers, establish healthy digital boundaries, strengthen coping skills, and develop personalized relapse prevention strategies. By addressing the always-on nature of iGaming, clients learn how to navigate urges, manage high-risk situations, and build confidence in their ability to maintain long-term recovery.

Ongoing Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery doesn’t end when formal treatment is complete. Long-term success is built through continued support, connection, and accountability. As clients transition from active treatment, we work with them to develop a personalized aftercare plan that supports ongoing growth and recovery which may include peer support opportunities, alumni connections, community resources, family reintegration, and continued use of the skills developed during treatment.

Our goal is to help clients maintain momentum, navigate future challenges with confidence, and build a sustainable foundation for lasting wellness and resilience.

Family Support and Healing

Gambling addiction affects more than the individual. Partners, children, and loved ones often experience significant emotional, relational, and financial consequences as a result of a family member’s gambling behaviour. Feelings of stress, betrayal, uncertainty, and financial insecurity can impact the entire household. We provide support and treatment opportunities for partners and family members affected by gambling-related harm, helping families rebuild trust, improve communication, establish healthy boundaries, and move forward together.

• Growing debt and financial instability
• Increased anxiety, depression, and emotional distress
• Strained relationships and loss of trust
• Workplace performance issues and absenteeism
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feelings of guilt, shame, isolation or hopelessness
• Increased risk of substance use and other addictive behaviours

Families are frequently impacted as well. Partners, children, and loved ones often experience significant emotional and financial strain while trying to support someone struggling with gambling. At Brick House, we understand that recovery requires more than simply stopping gambling. Our integrated approach helps individuals address the emotional, psychological, and practical challenges that often accompany gambling addiction.

At Brick House Recovery Centre, we take an integrated approach to care. Our team works with you to understand the emotional, psychological, and life experiences that may be driving the addiction while helping you build healthy coping strategies and long-term resilience.

We regularly support individuals who are experiencing co-occurring challenges such as:

• Anxiety and chronic stress
• Depression and feelings of hopelessness
• Trauma and PTSD
• ADHD and impulse-control difficulties
• Burnout and emotional exhaustion
• Relationship and family conflict
• Substance use concerns
• Grief and loss

By treating addiction, mental health, and trauma together, we help clients uncover the root causes of their gambling behaviours and create a stronger foundation for sustainable recovery. You don’t need to navigate multiple providers, referrals, or wait lists. Our integrated team can support your recovery journey under one roof.