ADAPT Halton

Service: Problem Gambling & Behavioural Addictions Services

Record #: OAK0445
Last Full Update: 05 Mar 2024

Contact Information

Office Phone 905-691-2687
Toll Free Phone 1-866-783-7073
Fax 905-639-6880
E-Mail adapt@haltonadapt.org
Website haltonadapt.org/programs-services/problem-gambling-behavioural-addictions/
Social Media Instagram Instagram, LinkedIn LinkedIn, Twitter Twitter
Volunteer Coordinator Justyna Bialas, Human Resources/Volunteer and Student Placement Coordinator; Phone: 905-847-6548 ext 232; Email: jbialas@haltonadapt.org

Site Information

Located In Community Halton Region
Mailing Address c/o ADAPT 
165 Cross Ave, Suite 203 
Oakville, ON L6J 0A9

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Trained counsellors provide ongoing support to clients of all ages who are struggling with any of the following:

  • gambling-related issues 
  • gaming
  • excessive internet use
  • shopping
  • hyper-sexuality

Support services begin with a comprehensive assessment to explore the effect the problem area has on all aspects of one’s life, followed by an individualized treatment plan, developed by the counsellor and the client

  • gambling addiction treatment plan may include individual, group, couples/family counselling, as well as referrals to day treatments, residential treatments, or utilization of other community resources 
  • counselling services are also available to the significant others and family members affected by the problem behaviour of a loved one, regardless of whether or not the loved one is a client of ADAPT services 

Problem Gambling Intensive Day Treatment Program

  • offers a no-cost, 5-day intensive treatment program focused on gambling-specific issues
  • through education and support, strive to assist clients in building a successful foundation for healthy, long-term lifestyle changes
  • program is accessible at several locations in Ontario and runs Mon to Fri, 9:30 am-3:30 pm
  • topics covered include: education about problem gambling and how it can become addictive, exploring thoughts that maintain problem gambling, coping with emotions, developing behaviours that support change, and relapse prevention
  • for inquiries or referrals please contact the Problem Gambling Day Treatment Program at: 1-866-783-7073 or 905-691-2687
Hours

Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Areas Served Halton Region ; Mississauga - portions of
Eligibility Anyone struggling with any of the following:
  • gambling-related issues
  • gaming
  • excessive internet use
  • shopping
  • hyper-sexuality
OR, the significant others and family members affected by the problem behaviour of a loved one
Application

Self, family or agency referral

Languages English
Fees None

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