Gambling & Casino Addiction Treatment in Ontario

Newgate 180 is Ontario’s leading non-profit Gambling Addiction Rehab Centre. Gambling and casino addictions are common and not always easy to recognize. What may begin as a small bet can develop into a serious addiction over time that affects you, your family and your loved ones.  

A gambling addiction can be a major financial burden that can take its toll on relationships and affect a person’s performance at their place of work.  Our experienced, certified staff have helped countless people overcome gambling and casino addictions and we can do the same for you. Contact Newgate 180 today—help is just a click away. 

What is a Gambling Addiction?

If you are reading this, chances are that you or someone you care about has a problem with gambling. Some of the most common warning signs include:

• Being unable to control the urge to gamble, despite the harm it causes
• Losing track of time and gambling for longer than you meant to
• Spending more money than you planned, or more than you can afford
• “Chasing your losses” to try to win back your money
• Using gambling to escape from personal or work problems, and to get relief from anxiety and depression
• Feeling hopeless, helpless, guilty and ashamed of your gambling

What Causes A Gambling or Casino Addiction?

It is generally accepted that addiction to gambling or an addiction to the casino, is not caused by a single factor, but rather by a combination of genetic and environmental influences.

An increase in gambling can be triggered by a variety of factors including stress, mental health issues, problems at work, relationship difficulties, loss, and so on. The bottom line is, if there are problems or stress in your life – or your loved one’s life – due to gambling, there is a gambling problem. Now is the time to act.

How Do I Know I Have A Problem With Gambling?

Identifying a gambling addiction in yourself or your loved one may not be easy at first, but it is the first step on your road to a successful recovery. Outlined below are a few of the most common signs that you may notice if you have a gambling addiction.

• You use gambling to temporarily escape the problems in your life
• You lose track of time and gamble for longer than you intend to
• You keep gambling to try to regain some of your losses.
• You convince yourself or believe that ultimately, gambling will pay off
• You feel a strong urge to gamble and are often preoccupied with thoughts of gambling – it may feel like the most important thing in your life
• You are neglecting other important aspects of your life
• Lying about your gambling or keeping it a secret
• Experiencing conflicts with family and friends over gambling
• Borrowing money, using household money, or stealing money to gamble
• Neglecting work and family responsibilities because of gambling
• Feeling depressed or angry after gambling
• You are losing control and feel helpless or ashamed and have no idea how you ended up in this downward spiral

If you or a loved one are struggling with any one of these signs, it’s time to seek help. Newgate 180 is here to support you on your recovery journey and help you take back control of your life.

How Newgate 180 Can Help You Overcome Your Gambling Addiction

By visiting our website you have made the first, and most important step in your journey to recovery as a gambling addict. Newgate 180 is here to help you immediately. You will not be put on a waitlist – you will be welcomed to our centre in a warm, supportive way.

How Our Gambling Rehab Program Works

At Newgate 180, we know each client is unique and we do not use a “one size fits all” approach in our rehabilitation programs. To start, you will undergo a comprehensive assessment and your dedicated counsellor will develop a treatment plan that’s right for you.

We offer a minimum of 2-3 individual counselling sessions per week in which you can share whatever’s on your mind. In these sessions, we will also help you address factors that contribute to your gambling. Did you know that a gambling addiction or problem is often associated with substance abuse issues, unmanaged ADHD, stress, depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder? Your individualized treatment plan will help you address such co-occurring issues. Moreover, we will help you put your finances in order, start healing and rebuilding family relationships, and deal with other life problems.

Through our holistic program that includes individual and group counselling, art therapy, AA, yoga, fitness training, leisure/recreation, and proper nutrition, you will learn how to create a life worth living without gambling.

You will work with a Relapse Prevention Counsellor to develop your own Recovery Plan that will be your personalized “road map” for when you leave Newgate 180. As you learn, heal and grow, you will become empowered to take control of your recovery. You will learn to believe in yourself.

At Newgate 180, you will rediscover your values and renew your sense of worth. As you become increasingly well mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually, you will discover a renewed sense of meaning and purpose. We don’t just want you to heal – we want you to thrive.

Proven Individual Gambling Rehab Programs

Newgate 180 has been helping individuals overcome gambling and other addictions since 1975. We have a comprehensive approach to treating addictions that includes focusing on the mind, body, and spirit.

Our team of experienced, certified staff develops custom gambling addiction treatment programs for all of our clients. Along with individual and group counselling sessions, we also create custom, healthy diets for our clients, offer personalized exercise and fitness programs, and even offer art classes that can be an important part of the recovery process.

Contact Newgate 180 today for more information on our proven individual gambling rehab programs.

At-Work Gambling Rehab Programs

Gambling addictions can cause major issues at any company, union, or other organization. A small, friendly bet with a colleague can turn into a negative situation quickly. Newgate 180 has a proven track record of providing professional guidance and resources to companies, unions, and organizations so they can overcome gambling addictions in the workplace before they affect performance and morale. For professional, proven help with overcoming at-work gambling addictions, contact Newgate 180 today.

Reasons to Choose Newgate 180 Addiction Rehab Centre

Newgate 180 is an industry-leading addiction treatment centre located in Ontario. We welcome clients from across Canada, the United States and even Europe and Australia. We don’t just treat your addiction; we help you improve mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. With a long, distinguished history of success, there are a lot of reasons to choose Newgate 180:

• Our all-inclusive program includes a 30-day residential program and 11 months of ongoing care, 100% of costs are included in the program fees so there is no need to fear additional expenses
• Our ongoing care program is offered by Skype and telephone, so we can support you no matter where “home” may be for you
• You can access our services immediately; in many cases we can admit a client within 24 hours
• We offer a comprehensive, holistic approach to care
• We offer both individual and group counselling sessions to our clients
• We have extensive therapy and treatment options, including art therapy, meditation, yoga, fitness training, leisure/recreation, healthy eating coaching, acupuncture, reiki, and exposure to self-help groups
• We offer a combination of gender-specific and co-ed programming and welcome both men and women into our program, and have two separate facilities to choose from
• We offer both private (single occupancy) or semi-private (double occupancy) rooms
• We believe that having both genders enriches the therapeutic groups, we also recognize that certain topics are most effectively dealt with in “men only” and “women only” groups
• We work with families to help them understand addiction and offer guidance on how to support a loved one who is in recovery
• We know that addiction affects the whole family and we want to help heal unhealthy dynamics, rebuild trust and ensure all parties have the support they need
• We offer a unique family program consisting of weekly group sessions, educational events and support throughout the year
• Our main facility is located on the river in the town of Merrickville. The natural beauty of the river, trees, and gardens creates a peaceful and inviting setting
• Our men’s and women’s residences have a comfortable, welcoming, ‘non-institutional’ feel that for many make Newgate feel more like a home than a treatment centre

Listed above are just a few of the reasons that Newgate 180 is Ontario’s premier choice as a rehabilitation program for gambling and casino addictions. If you want to learn more about the team that will be taking care of you or your loved one, visit the link below.

FAQs About Our Gambling & Casino Addiction Treatment & Rehab Centre

Below you will find some answers to commonly asked questions we receive about our rehab centre and Gambling & Casino Addiction treatment program. If your question isn’t answered below, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team directly for support.