Problem Gambling Treatment in Phoenix

In the 5th most populated city in the United States, and situated in one of the most gambling-friendly states in the Union, you are certainly not alone in your struggle with gambling addiction. Residents of Phoenix, Arizona, have easy access to the activity through tribal casinos (there are three in Phoenix), retail and online sportsbooks, state lottery and multi-state jackpots, off-track sites (parimutuel wagering), charitable gaming, and social/sweepstakes casinos. All of this is reflected in the city’s gambling addiction statistics. The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) together with the Division of Problem Gambling released a report that loops Phoenix residents in with the remainder of state in a variety of concerning statistics. About 25% of the adult population gamble weekly, with 10% of Phoenix adults landing in the “at-risk” category for problematic gambling behavior, followed by 8% being designated as “severe risk” individuals. Concerning sports betting behavior is seeing the most momentum. Since the 2021 legalization of the activity in Phoenix the rate of sports wagering more than doubled from 10% of the population to 21%. It’s within this group that very high rates of problem gambling risk are evident. Among residents who report sports betting; 39% scored in the “severe risk” category on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI).

While there may or may not be comfort in knowing that you’re not alone in your battle, you realize that it’s time to break the compulsion for the sake of your own wellbeing, and that of loved ones who have been impacted by your relationship with gambling. Having tried to quit on your own to no avail, you have come online to search for problem gambling treatment in Phoenix. Gamblers help online and by phone is available to you today, through Kindbridge. Our virtual therapy platform is more accessible and effective that other alternatives in Phoenix.

Let’s get you started on the road to recovery with a FREE assessment. Email help@kindbridge.com or call the number below to connect to a care coordinator. Alternatively, you may follow the link in the banner below to book your assessment and follow-up problem gambling treatment session/s.

GAMBLERS HELP LINE:

1-877-426-4258