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Group Therapy for Problem Gambling

Clinician-led group meetings designed to support people navigating problem gambling while reinforcing recovery through shared connection, practical strategies, and guided support.

Confidential & private

Covered by insurance

Weekly virtual meetings

Led by ICGC-trained therapists

Join a Group Therapy Meeting

If you're an existing client, please reach out to your counselor or contact your care team at 833-483-3838 to enroll in a group today.

Group Therapy for Problem Gambling

Clinician-led group meetings designed to support people navigating problem gambling while reinforcing recovery through shared connection, practical strategies, and guided support.

Confidential & private

Covered by insurance

Weekly virtual meetings

Led by ICGC-trained therapists

Join a Group Therapy Meeting

If you're an existing client, please reach out to your counselor or contact your care team at 833-483-3838 to enroll in a group today.

Group Therapy for Problem Gambling

Clinician-led group meetings designed to support people navigating problem gambling while reinforcing recovery through shared connection, practical strategies, and guided support.

Confidential & private

Covered by insurance

Weekly virtual meetings

Led by ICGC-trained therapists

Join a Group Therapy Meeting

If you're an existing client, please reach out to your counselor or contact your care team at 833-483-3838 to enroll in a group today.

Group Therapy works because
shared commitment creates momentum.

Group Therapy works because shared commitment creates momentum.

Real
Accountability

Real Accountability

Knowing your group is there changes how you show up for yourself.

More Than
a Group Chat

More Than a Group Chat

Guided by professional, specialized clinicians with clear goals and proven approaches.

Belonging Without Judgement

Accepted as you are, where you are, whether you’re reducing harm or working toward full recovery.

Shared
Momentum

Shared Momentum

Turn individual efforts into shared progress and build momentum one meeting at a time.

In a controlled study, CBT-based group therapy led to significant improvements in problem gambling behaviors and quality of life, maintained at a three month follow-up.1

1 Myrseth et al., 2009

How Group Therapy Fits Into Your Care

Group Therapy is typically introduced at the end of your assessment as part of a structured care plan. It’s designed to work alongside your individual sessions to help reinforce progress through social connection, shared learning, and accountability.

Complete Intake

Support

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Individual Assessment

Clarity

Dedicated space to be heard and understood by your clinician
Together, you develop a personalized treatment plan

Make Progress

Momentum

Weekly Individual Therapy

1 on 1 sessions tailored to your goals
Go in-depth into patterns, triggers, and strategies

Weekly Group Therapy

Explore real-world challenges alongside others
Build practical recovery skills through guided discussion

Our care team will reach out to you about adding group therapy to your treatment plan after your individual assessment.

People who are more socially connected during treatment experience improvements in gambling behaviors and wellbeing, still present a year after treatment has ended.2

2 Petry et al., Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 2011.

Not All Group Support Is the Same

Different group formats offer different levels of structure and care. Here’s how clinician-led group therapy compares to peer support groups.

Group Therapy

Peer Support

Develop healthy relationships

Shared accountability

Open discussion

Experience-based support

Clinician guidance

Structured sessions

Evidence-based treatment

Integrates with individual therapy

Clinical oversight

Peer-led guidance

The Birches Health care model is designed so clinician-led group therapy integrates with your individual treatment. Many people benefit from engaging in both clinician-led therapy groups and peer support at different stages of recovery. Click here to read more about the key differences

Interested in Group Therapy?

Your care team will help determine whether group therapy is a good fit for you and which group makes the most sense.

FAQ

What if I can’t make it one week?

That’s okay. While you’ll be missed by your group’s members, they understand and will welcome you back the following week.

What if I can’t make it one week?

That’s okay. While you’ll be missed by your group’s members, they understand and will welcome you back the following week.

What if I can’t make it one week?

That’s okay. While you’ll be missed by your group’s members, they understand and will welcome you back the following week.

How big are the groups?

Groups are kept small intentionally to allow for meaningful conversation and connection. We aim to have 6-8 each week with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 12.

How big are the groups?

Groups are kept small intentionally to allow for meaningful conversation and connection. We aim to have 6-8 each week with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 12.

How big are the groups?

Groups are kept small intentionally to allow for meaningful conversation and connection. We aim to have 6-8 each week with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 12.

Does my camera need to be on?

Yes, cameras are required to help maintain a safe, private, and respectful group environment for everyone.

Does my camera need to be on?

Yes, cameras are required to help maintain a safe, private, and respectful group environment for everyone.

Does my camera need to be on?

Yes, cameras are required to help maintain a safe, private, and respectful group environment for everyone.

Will I remain anonymous?

Your privacy is taken seriously. Groups are confidential and all members must commit to clear guidelines and expectations set in place to protect everyone’s trust and safety. All members must sign a confidentiality agreement to partake in a group meeting

Will I remain anonymous?

Your privacy is taken seriously. Groups are confidential and all members must commit to clear guidelines and expectations set in place to protect everyone’s trust and safety. All members must sign a confidentiality agreement to partake in a group meeting

Will I remain anonymous?

Your privacy is taken seriously. Groups are confidential and all members must commit to clear guidelines and expectations set in place to protect everyone’s trust and safety. All members must sign a confidentiality agreement to partake in a group meeting

How much do I have to participate?

There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready to. Some people talk a lot, others listen more. Participation can look different week to week.

How much do I have to participate?

There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready to. Some people talk a lot, others listen more. Participation can look different week to week.

How much do I have to participate?

There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready to. Some people talk a lot, others listen more. Participation can look different week to week.

How much does it cost?

Group therapy may be covered by insurance. Our care team will help you understand costs before you begin.

How much does it cost?

Group therapy may be covered by insurance. Our care team will help you understand costs before you begin.

How much does it cost?

Group therapy may be covered by insurance. Our care team will help you understand costs before you begin.

Are there groups available for my family and friends?

Group support for family and loved ones is coming soon. In the meantime, our clinicians are able to support your loved ones through individual, couples, or family sessions. Call our care team at 833-483-3838 or email us at help@bircheshealth.com to get started today.

Are there groups available for my family and friends?

Group support for family and loved ones is coming soon. In the meantime, our clinicians are able to support your loved ones through individual, couples, or family sessions. Call our care team at 833-483-3838 or email us at help@bircheshealth.com to get started today.

Are there groups available for my family and friends?

Group support for family and loved ones is coming soon. In the meantime, our clinicians are able to support your loved ones through individual, couples, or family sessions. Call our care team at 833-483-3838 or email us at help@bircheshealth.com to get started today.

Still have a question?

Group Therapy for Problem Gambling

Group Therapy for Problem Gambling

Group Therapy for Problem Gambling

Group Therapy works becauseshared commitment creates momentum.

Group Therapy works because shared commitment creates momentum.

How Group Therapy Fits Into Your Care

Complete Intake

Complete Intake

Complete Intake

Individual Assessment

Individual Assessment

Individual Assessment

Make Progress

Make Progress

Make Progress

Not All Group Support Is the Same

Not All Group Support Is the Same

FAQ

FAQ

FAQ

That’s okay. While you’ll be missed by your group’s members, they understand and will welcome you back the following week.

That’s okay. While you’ll be missed by your group’s members, they understand and will welcome you back the following week.

That’s okay. While you’ll be missed by your group’s members, they understand and will welcome you back the following week.

Groups are kept small intentionally to allow for meaningful conversation and connection. We aim to have 6-8 each week with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 12.

Groups are kept small intentionally to allow for meaningful conversation and connection. We aim to have 6-8 each week with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 12.

Groups are kept small intentionally to allow for meaningful conversation and connection. We aim to have 6-8 each week with a minimum of 3 and maximum of 12.

Yes, cameras are required to help maintain a safe, private, and respectful group environment for everyone.

Yes, cameras are required to help maintain a safe, private, and respectful group environment for everyone.

Yes, cameras are required to help maintain a safe, private, and respectful group environment for everyone.

Your privacy is taken seriously. Groups are confidential and all members must commit to clear guidelines and expectations set in place to protect everyone’s trust and safety. All members must sign a confidentiality agreement to partake in a group meeting

Your privacy is taken seriously. Groups are confidential and all members must commit to clear guidelines and expectations set in place to protect everyone’s trust and safety. All members must sign a confidentiality agreement to partake in a group meeting

Your privacy is taken seriously. Groups are confidential and all members must commit to clear guidelines and expectations set in place to protect everyone’s trust and safety. All members must sign a confidentiality agreement to partake in a group meeting

There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready to. Some people talk a lot, others listen more. Participation can look different week to week.

There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready to. Some people talk a lot, others listen more. Participation can look different week to week.

There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready to. Some people talk a lot, others listen more. Participation can look different week to week.

Group therapy may be covered by insurance. Our care team will help you understand costs before you begin.

Group therapy may be covered by insurance. Our care team will help you understand costs before you begin.

Group therapy may be covered by insurance. Our care team will help you understand costs before you begin.

Group support for family and loved ones is coming soon. In the meantime, our clinicians are able to support your loved ones through individual, couples, or family sessions. Call our care team at 833-483-3838 or email us at help@bircheshealth.com to get started today.

Group support for family and loved ones is coming soon. In the meantime, our clinicians are able to support your loved ones through individual, couples, or family sessions. Call our care team at 833-483-3838 or email us at help@bircheshealth.com to get started today.

Group support for family and loved ones is coming soon. In the meantime, our clinicians are able to support your loved ones through individual, couples, or family sessions. Call our care team at 833-483-3838 or email us at help@bircheshealth.com to get started today.

Group Therapy works because
shared commitment creates momentum.