Purpose: Many gambler partner clients are dealing with betrayal trauma. Consider this common example: a couple shares their last argument in session – she reacted in anger and then withdrew after reading a notice from the IRS saying a payment was due which she thought had already been paid. He admits to becoming defensive, feeling …
Unit 3-10: Gambling Partner Betrayal Trauma & Treatment Read More »
Purpose: This webinar introduces participants to the emotional concerns of family members of Problem Gamblers, and the ways in which these concerns present. With the aid of a sample case study, attendees will learn stress management tools which patients can use to cope with common feelings and problems. Learning Objectives: At the end of this …
Unit 3-02: Dealing with Emotions and Stress – of the Family Read More »
Purpose: This webinar is designed to educate family members about DSM 5 Gambling Disorder, the brain illness and recovery process for Problem Gamblers. Attendees will review codependent and counter transference issues. The presentation follows the case of the Smith parents and son Jim as they learn about problem gambling and self-care issues. Learning Objectives: At …
Unit 3-03: Educating the Family about the Problem and Codependency Read More »
Purpose: Gambling Disorder has adverse effects on the family as well as on the gambler. Spouses, parents, children and others have been on a roller coaster of emotions, behaviors and consequences. While the gambling is active and before the family seeks assistance, the downward progression can create serious relational, financial and legal problems. This webinar …
Unit 3-04: Phases of the Problem and Recovery for the Family Read More »
Purpose: When addiction is active within the family system, whether a chemical or gambling addiction, traditional roles within the family system may change. This webinar will discuss Dr. Lange’s adaptation of six traditional roles and ways the roles change in an addicted family system. He will illustrate factors influencing these role changes, including family size …
Purpose: This webinar is designed to help therapists teach better assertive communication skills to family members of problem gamblers. It will help participants distinguish between forgiveness, forgetting and acceptance. The presentation follows the family case of Linda and Josh, an investment broker, and their financial situation as attendees identify their financial, communication and forgiveness issues. …
Unit 3-06: Communication, Forgiveness and Acceptance Read More »
Purpose: Gambling Disorder and possible relapse has adverse effects on the family as well as on the gambler. This webinar reviews the number one as well as common relapse triggers. Self-care suggestions are given for spouses, parents, children and others have been on a rollercoaster of emotions, behaviors and consequences. Participants will learn the importance …
Purpose: When a disordered gambler lives within a family, all those in the family are affected by the behavior of the disordered gambler. This workshop looks at how the progression of the disease impacts spouses and children, with some discussion of characteristics that those children may carry with them into adulthood. Learning Objectives: By the …
Unit 3-09: A House at Unrest: The Effects of Problem Gambling on the Family Read More »
Purpose: When a disordered gambler lives within a family, all those in the family are affected by the behavior of the disordered gambler. This workshop looks at how the progression of the disease impacts spouses and children, with some discussion of characteristics that those children may carry with them into adulthood. Learning Objectives: By the …
Purpose: This webinar is designed to introduce participants to the safety, financial management and treatment concerns of family members of Problem Gamblers. They will learn key areas for assessing and helping family members. The presentation follows the case of Lupe as attendees address co-morbid disorders, as well as ambiguous, codependent and self-care issues. Learning Objectives: …
Unit 3-01: Safety, Financial Management and Treatment: Overview Read More »
