Problem Gambling Treatment in Wisconsin
What has gambling taken from your life? If like thousands of other Wisconsin residents who struggle with casino gaming and sports betting, it’s a safe bet to suggest that it has cost you money and relationships along with your mental health and wellness. Having tried to escape its grip through self-exclusion with little success you’re ready to try problem gambling treatment from a professional. You’ll be pleased to know that relief is a click or call away through Kindbridge’s virtual platform. Book a FREE assessment and first session using this quick booking tool, or call the number below to connect to a care coordinator.
CALL: 1-877-426-4258
(Wisconsin Residents)
Would you like additional information prior to booking your appointment? Read ahead to learn more about problem gambling in Wisconsin.
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Brief Background of Gambling in Wisconsin
Is Gambling Legal in Wisconsin?
Casino gaming: The Federal Indian Gaming Regulatory Act of 1988 made it legal for Native America tribes to own and operate physical casinos in Wisconsin. Online casinos are not covered in the Federal Indian Gaming Regulatory Act and therefore remain illegal. However, offshore gaming platforms such as Bovada and BetOnline permeate through the state and register WI residents (many of which are unknowing). Beyond the potential legal ramifications (using offshore casinos is a misdemeanor) the biggest threat to WI residents using offshore casinos is the fact that they do not abide by Responsible Gaming directives, increasing the risk of problematic gambling behavior among vulnerable individuals.
Online sports betting: On-premises sports betting is legal at six tribal casinos in Wisconsin. The state is expected to regulate online sports betting to create additional tax revenues in 2025/26, but as with casino gaming, residents are already doing so through illegal offshore operators. Meanwhile, the state has not taken a firm stance in either direction regarding daily fantasy sports (DFS) and thus DFS apps have been accepting players from Wisconsin.
Gambling Addiction Statistics for Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling estimates the following gambling addiction statistics for the state:
- Nearly 7% of Wisconsin adult residents have a gambling problem
- Calls to the Council’s 24-hour Helpline have increased 343% since the year the line was implemented
- The average debt of callers contacting the gamblers helpline is over $45,000
Moreover, Wisconsin residents share the following statistics with the rest of the United States:
- 20% of sports bettors are in or have been in debt from sports betting ( source )
- Average gambling addict (male) debt is between $55,000 and $90,000 ( source )
- About 3% of problem gamblers in the USA are $300,000 in debt due to their addiction ( source )
- Nearly 15% of problem gamblers have committed a crime to support their addiction ( source )
- Divorce rate for habitual gamblers is 31% compared to 21% for those who rarely gamble ( source )
- Suicide rate is 16 times higher for problem gamblers ( source )
Gamblers Help Online in Wisconsin
Kindbridge provides powerful and confidential treatment to residents of Wisconsin. Our counselors are accessible, whether you’re in Green Bay, Janesville, Kenosha, Madison, Milwaukee, Oshkosh, Racine, Sheboygan,, Waukesha, or any of the other cities, towns, and communities within the Badger State.
In addition to problem gambling, Kindbridge counselors have expertise treating other mental/behavioral health issues that you may live with, such as anxiety and depression which impact more than 36% of the population in WI.
Couples + Family Counseling for Problem Gambling
A problematic relationship with gambling also has a negative affect on loved ones. In addition to gambling addiction treatment for individuals in Wisconsin, Kindbridge provides couples and family counseling.
Cost for Gambling Treatment in Wisconsin
Kindbridge Behavioral Health offers flexible pricing for online and telehealth counseling. Problem gambling treatment rates and subscriptions can be found here. Wisconsin residents may also qualify for direct billing through our insurance partners.
