The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs presents a virtual, advanced problem gambling training conducted by the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania

Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Address Gambling Disorder

Cognitive behavioral therapy is an evidenced based counseling practice that has been identified as effective in the treatment of Gambling Disorder. Individuals with gambling disorders develop beliefs and thoughts that support and influence the continuation of gambling behavior. Cognitive behavioral therapy addresses these cognitive distortions.

This training will focus on identifying cognitive distortions, triggers, and other thoughts that influence gambling behavior as well as cognitive behavioral techniques to address problem gambling. Through use of case studies, practice exercises, and interactive discussion the application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to gambling disorders will be developed.

Presenter

Gregory A. Krausz, MA, CAADC, LPC

Goals & Objectives

• Identify and understand Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and its application to gambling disorders
• Identify cognitive distortions, thought processes, and beliefs of those with gambling disorders and their influence on gambling behaviors
• Identify, practice, and develop skills and techniques of cognitive behavioral therapy and their application to gambling behaviors
• Utilizing case studies and practice exercises make practical application of cognitive behavioral therapy with gambling disorders

Register

This course is free to attend, but registration is required. To register, please email RA-DATRAINING@pa.gov.