Gambling Addiction Therapist in Venice

Specialized Support for Gambling Addicts from a Licensed Psychotherapist and former Medical Doctor

I will help you overcome your gambling addiction by using:

    •    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge distorted thoughts and develop healthier habits

    •    Motivational Interviewing to strengthen your desire and confidence to change

    •    Relapse Prevention Planning to identify triggers and build coping strategies

    •    Exploring emotional pain, trauma, or stressors that fuel the behavior

    •    Providing advice and support for rebuilding relationships, trust, and financial accountability

    •    Collaborating with financial advisors, recovery programs, or support groups when helpful

Gambling addiction can feel like an invisible storm—one that starts with excitement and ends in emotional, financial, and relational devastation. As both a licensed psychotherapist and former medical doctor, I specialize in helping individuals overcome the cycle of compulsive gambling and rebuild a life rooted in stability, integrity, and peace of mind.

Whether you’re struggling with sports betting, casinos, online poker, scratchers, or day trading behaviors that have spiraled out of control, I understand the powerful pull and the deep shame that often comes with it. Gambling addiction is not a moral failing—it’s a diagnosable condition that alters brain chemistry and impacts decision-making, impulse control, and emotional regulation.

My approach is nonjudgmental, confidential, and evidence-based. Together, we’ll explore the underlying causes of your gambling behavior—whether it’s anxiety, trauma, loneliness, ADHD, or a need for stimulation—and develop healthier ways to manage urges, stress, and emotions. I will also help you restore trust in your relationships and create clear strategies for financial and emotional recovery.

I work with individuals at all stages of their journey, including high-functioning professionals who’ve kept their addiction hidden, as well as those who have faced legal, financial, or personal consequences. For clients with co-occurring mental health or substance use challenges, I provide integrated care that treats the whole person.

Freedom from gambling addiction is possible. With the right support, you can stop chasing losses and start creating a life worth living—one grounded in purpose, self-respect, and clarity.

You don’t have to hit rock bottom to ask for help. Reach out today for a private consultation and take the first step toward lasting recovery.

I provide therapy in Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Venice, Marina Del Rey, Culver City, Mar Vista, Playa Del Rey, West Los Angeles, Pacific Palisades, Palms, and Santa Monica.

Gambling addiction can consume your thoughts, finances, and relationships, leaving you feeling powerless. As a seasoned Gambling Addiction Therapist in Venice Beach, I, Steven Kilmann, LMFT, am here to guide you toward recovery and a renewed sense of purpose.

Understanding Gambling Addiction

Gambling addiction, or gambling disorder, is characterized by an uncontrollable urge to gamble despite negative consequences. It's a behavioral addiction that can lead to severe personal and financial distress. Recognizing the problem is the first step toward healing.

How I Can Help

With a background in medicine and over nine years of experience in psychotherapy, I offer a unique, holistic approach to gambling addiction therapy. My services include:

  • Individualized Treatment Plans: Tailored strategies that address the root causes of your gambling behavior.

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Evidence-based techniques to change harmful thought patterns and behaviors.

  • Supportive Counseling: A safe space to explore underlying issues such as stress, anxiety, or depression.

  • Relapse Prevention: Tools and strategies to maintain long-term recovery and prevent relapse

Why Choose Steven Kilmann, LMFT

As a Gambling Addiction Therapist in Venice Beach, I bring a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to therapy. My dual expertise in medicine and psychotherapy allows me to understand the complexities of addiction from both a physical and psychological perspective. Together, we'll work to uncover the underlying issues contributing to your gambling addiction and develop a comprehensive recovery plan.

Take the First Step Toward Recovery

Overcoming gambling addiction is challenging, but you don't have to do it alone. If you're seeking Gambling Addiction Therapy in Venice Beach, reach out today. Let's work together to reclaim your life and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

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