Support
Help is closer than it feels.
A collective list of helpful resources from those who have overcome the struggles of gambling harm. If you're in crisis, please reach out to one of these right now.
Crisis & Helplines
- 988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineUS
Call or text 988 anytime, 24/7, for free and confidential support.
- Find Gambling Help for Canadians (Responsible Gambling Council)Canada
Free, confidential helpline numbers for every Canadian province and territory, plus free online counselling.
- Gambling Help Online (Australia)Australia
Call 1800 858 858, free and confidential, 24/7. Also offers live chat, email support, and self-help advice.
- Gambling Helpline (New Zealand)New Zealand
Call 0800 654 655, free, 24/7. Or text 8006 for free, anonymous support.
- Gambling TherapyEU
Free, confidential support in 38+ languages, including most across Europe, for anyone affected by gambling harm.
- National Council on Problem GamblingUS
State-by-state helplines and treatment referrals across the US.
- National Gambling Helpline (GamCare)UK
Call 0808 8020 133, free and confidential, 24/7. Also available via live chat and WhatsApp.
- Veterans Crisis LineUS
Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255, for 24/7 support for veterans.
Blocking Tools & Apps
- Bet BreakerGlobal
Mobile app for blocking gambling apps and sites on your phone.
- BetBlockerGlobal
Free software that blocks access to gambling sites, no subscription required.
- FreedomGlobal
App and website blocker that can be set up specifically to block gambling sites.
- GambanGlobal
Blocks access to gambling websites and apps across all your devices.
- GamblockGlobal
Blocking software to help you stay away from online gambling.
Peer Support & Meetings
- Celebrate RecoveryGlobal
A faith-based recovery program that welcomes people struggling with gambling addiction.
- Gamblers Anonymous (GA)Global
A fellowship of men and women who support each other in recovery from gambling addiction.
- Gamblers In RecoveryGlobal
Online recovery meetings 24/7, all over the world.
- Recovery DharmaGlobal
A peer-led nonprofit offering a Buddhist-inspired approach to recovery.
- Recovery Road OnlineGlobal
Online meetings throughout the day and evening.
- SMART RecoveryGlobal
A science-based, self-empowerment approach to recovery, with in-person and online meetings.
Treatment & Counseling
- The Better InstituteUSSupports The Broke Girl Society
Clinical treatment and coaching for gambling disorder, led by Jody Bechtold, LCSW.
Online Communities
- The Broke Girl Society (Facebook Group)Global
Our own Facebook community, specifically for women affected by gambling harm.
- Friends Helping FriendsGlobal
A Facebook support group for people affected by a loved one's gambling.
- GA Support Group (Unofficial)Global
An unofficial Facebook support group for people in Gamblers Anonymous.
- Gambling Addiction & Recovery (All Bets Are Off)Global
A Facebook support group for gambling addiction and recovery.
- Recovery Road Online (Facebook Group)Global
The Facebook support group for Recovery Road Online.
- Reddit: r/GamblingAddictionGlobal
A subreddit for support and recovery from gambling addiction.
- Reddit: r/problemgamblingGlobal
An active community for support and shared stories around problem gambling.
- Women Gamblers In RecoveryGlobal
A Facebook support group specifically for women in recovery from gambling.
Apps & Tools
- EviveGlobalSupports The Broke Girl Society
An app to help you understand your relationship with gambling and build a personal recovery toolkit. Use code POD24 for 12 months of free access.
Financial & Debt Help
- Consumer CreditUS
Nonprofit credit counseling and debt consolidation services.
- Debtors AnonymousGlobal
A 12-step program for people recovering from compulsive debt.
- Everi ATM Self-ExclusionUS
Request form to exclude yourself from using ATMs at over 1,000 gambling locations.
- GamFinUS
Gambling-specific financial counseling for people impacted by gambling harm.
- True Link FinancialUS
A prepaid card with customizable blocking, including for gambling transactions.
Books
- A Woman's Way Through the Twelve Steps, by Stephanie CovingtonGlobal
A woman-centered guide to working the Twelve Steps.
- All Bets Are Off, by Arnie and Sheila WexlerGlobal
A memoir on recovery from gambling addiction, from one of the field's best-known advocates.
- Drop The Rock, by Bill P., Todd W., and Sara S.Global
A book on letting go of the character defects that get in the way of recovery.
- The Girl Gambler, by Stacey GoodwinGlobal
A personal story of one woman's recovery from gambling addiction.
Podcasts
- Apple PodcastsGlobal
Search for gambling recovery podcasts, including The Broke Girl Society Podcast.
- iHeartRadio PodcastsGlobal
Another place to find recovery-focused podcasts.
- Spotify PodcastsGlobal
Browse podcasts, including recovery and gambling-specific shows.
Family & Friends Support
- Gam-AnonGlobal
Support and meetings for the friends and family of people affected by gambling harm.
- Gamblers In Recovery — Family & FriendsGlobal
Support specifically for the friends and family of people affected by gambling harm.
- Recovery Road Online — Family GroupGlobal
A support group for the friends and family of people in recovery.
- SMART Recovery — Family & FriendsGlobal
SMART Recovery meetings and resources for friends and family.
