FREE! In-Person Workshop
The rapid expansion of sports betting has led to a rise in gambling-related harm, affecting
individuals, families, and workplaces. This workshop will explore the psychological and
financial risks of sports book gambling, how to identify problem gambling behaviors, and
effective intervention strategies. Attendees will gain valuable insights into treatment options and
resources to support individuals struggling with gambling addiction.
Brian Dolan, MHC, CRC is a coach and addictions counselor with many years of experience managing recovery houses and Collegiate Recovery Programs at renowned Connecticut-based institutions, as well as counseling many students and clients around addiction. He works to destigmatize addiction and build awareness of the disorder.
John Roesch, CAI, CASAC, CRC, CIP is the Business Development Representative for SOBA New Jersey. He is also a certified interventionist, case manager and recovery coach who founder Life Assurance Recovery . He carries the message of recovery and hope to those in need.
This presentation is appropriate for: clinical professionals, psychologists, therapists, counselors,
and social workers.
OBJECTIVES: After this in-person workshop, you will be able to:
1. Identify the signs and symptoms of problem gambling, with a focus on sports book gambling and its psychological impact.
2. Understand the neurological and behavioral similarities between gambling addiction and substance use disorders.
3. Apply screening and assessment tools to evaluate individuals for gambling-related issues in clinical and EAP settings.
4. Explore intervention strategies and treatment options, including therapy, financial counseling, and self-exclusion programs.
5. Support families of problem gamblers by providing resources and guidance on setting healthy boundaries and seeking help.
SCHEDULE:
10:00 - 10:30am: Identify the signs and symptoms of problem gambling, with a focus on sports
book gambling and its psychological impact.
10:30 - 11:00am: Support families of problem gamblers by providing resources and guidance on
setting healthy boundaries and seeking help.
11:00 - 11:30am: Explore intervention strategies and treatment options, including therapy,
financial counseling, and self-exclusion programs.
LOCATION:
Inter-Care Treatment Center: 7 West Cross St, Hawthorne, NY
COST: This workshop is free!
Cancellations and Refunds/ Missed Time:
Partial credits will not be given. You must participate in the entirety of the workshop.
GRIEVENCE POLICY:
We take your feedback seriously. For grievances, questions or concerns, please contact Heather Claibourn, LCSW, CE coordinator at Heather@ShinePsychotherapy.org.
CERTIFICATES:
Upon completion of the workshop and evaluation, certificates will be issued via email.
PROVIDER STATEMENTS:
SOCIAL WORK: Jumana Grassi LCSW NY# 0556 is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the New York State Education Department State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers.
ACE: Jumana Grassi, #1721 is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Jumana Grassi maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 6/14/23-6/14/26. Social Workers completing this course receive 1.5 continuing education credits.
ADA Accommodations: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact us at least 7 days in advance of the event so that we can ensure accommodations are made.
*There is no commercial support for this program, nor are there any relationships between the CE Sponsor, presenting organization, presenter, program content, research, grants or other funding that could reasonably be construed as conflicts of interest.