Gambling rehabilitation programs
Introduction
Gaming addiction often requires complex treatment with a combination of psychotherapy, medical support and social programs. Australia has both public and private rehabilitation centres offering inpatient and outpatient courses. Below is a clear overview of the available programs, their formats, duration and order of arrival.
1. Stationary programs (Inpatient)
1. Gambler's Help State Centers
Format: 7-14 days of round-the-clock stay with round-the-clock observation.
Content: intensive CBT, 12-step groups, art and body-oriented therapy, family counseling.
Cost: free for residents, in the direction of the regional Gambler's Help.
What to do: call 1800 858 858 → needs assessment → referral to the nearest center.
2. Private rehabilitation clinics
Примеры: The Retreat WA, Odyssey House NSW, The Cabin Sydney.
Duration: 10-28 days depending on the selected program.
Services: medical support (if necessary, drug correction), individual and group therapy, family programs, reload skills.
Cost: From AUD 2,500 to AUD 5,000 per course (partial coverage through private insurances or partial compensation through GP referral).
Record: contacting directly to the site or by phone, payment or application for insurance coverage.
2. Outpatient Programs (Outpatient)
1. Gambler's Help Regional Outpatient Courses
Format: 8-12 weeks, 1-2 meetings for 2-3 hours a week.
Content: CBT groups, peer-support, training on managing triggers and stress.
Cost: free, registration through the local Gambler's Help portal.
Participation: preliminary assessment by phone → selection of a group → schedule of classes.
2. Private outpatient services
Psychological clinics: individual therapy under the Better Access program (up to 10 sessions under Medicare).
Multidisciplinary centers: a combination of group and individual sessions, financial coaching, online support.
Cost: from AUD 80 per individual session; group - 20-50 AUD per lesson.
Record: via GP-direction or directly to a specialist.
3. Additional rehabilitation modules
1. Family programs
Couples and families go through joint sessions, improve communication and rebuild trust.
2. Day programs
Daily 6-8-hour classes for 4-6 weeks while maintaining home residence.
3. Online rehabilitation
Full distance courses (GambleAware, BeGambleAware Learning), including video lectures, webinars and online groups.
4. Referral procedure and funding
1. Through GP and Mental Health Care Plan
Referral to outpatient sessions under the Better Access program.
2. Via Gambler's Help
Free inpatient and outpatient courses by telephone 1800 858 858.
3. Private insurance
Health insurance covers part of the cost of private clinics; refine the "rehab cover" package.
5. How to choose a program
Degree of dependence: severe cases require a hospital, medium - outpatient clinics with daily appointments.
Financial opportunities: public services are free, private services are paid, but can offer more comfortable conditions.
Location and format: face-to-face versus online, course duration, availability of family modules.
Reviews and licenses: check accreditation (AHPRA for specialists, licenses of staff bodies).
Conclusion
Rehabilitation programs from gambling addiction in Australia cover the entire spectrum of needs - from an emergency hospital to flexible outpatient therapy and distance courses. Everyone can choose the format and level of support, focusing on the severity of the problem, budget and geography. The first step is to assess needs through a GP or 1800 858 858 call, after which an individual path to recovery begins.
Gaming addiction often requires complex treatment with a combination of psychotherapy, medical support and social programs. Australia has both public and private rehabilitation centres offering inpatient and outpatient courses. Below is a clear overview of the available programs, their formats, duration and order of arrival.
1. Stationary programs (Inpatient)
1. Gambler's Help State Centers
Format: 7-14 days of round-the-clock stay with round-the-clock observation.
Content: intensive CBT, 12-step groups, art and body-oriented therapy, family counseling.
Cost: free for residents, in the direction of the regional Gambler's Help.
What to do: call 1800 858 858 → needs assessment → referral to the nearest center.
2. Private rehabilitation clinics
Примеры: The Retreat WA, Odyssey House NSW, The Cabin Sydney.
Duration: 10-28 days depending on the selected program.
Services: medical support (if necessary, drug correction), individual and group therapy, family programs, reload skills.
Cost: From AUD 2,500 to AUD 5,000 per course (partial coverage through private insurances or partial compensation through GP referral).
Record: contacting directly to the site or by phone, payment or application for insurance coverage.
2. Outpatient Programs (Outpatient)
1. Gambler's Help Regional Outpatient Courses
Format: 8-12 weeks, 1-2 meetings for 2-3 hours a week.
Content: CBT groups, peer-support, training on managing triggers and stress.
Cost: free, registration through the local Gambler's Help portal.
Participation: preliminary assessment by phone → selection of a group → schedule of classes.
2. Private outpatient services
Psychological clinics: individual therapy under the Better Access program (up to 10 sessions under Medicare).
Multidisciplinary centers: a combination of group and individual sessions, financial coaching, online support.
Cost: from AUD 80 per individual session; group - 20-50 AUD per lesson.
Record: via GP-direction or directly to a specialist.
3. Additional rehabilitation modules
1. Family programs
Couples and families go through joint sessions, improve communication and rebuild trust.
2. Day programs
Daily 6-8-hour classes for 4-6 weeks while maintaining home residence.
3. Online rehabilitation
Full distance courses (GambleAware, BeGambleAware Learning), including video lectures, webinars and online groups.
4. Referral procedure and funding
1. Through GP and Mental Health Care Plan
Referral to outpatient sessions under the Better Access program.
2. Via Gambler's Help
Free inpatient and outpatient courses by telephone 1800 858 858.
3. Private insurance
Health insurance covers part of the cost of private clinics; refine the "rehab cover" package.
5. How to choose a program
Degree of dependence: severe cases require a hospital, medium - outpatient clinics with daily appointments.
Financial opportunities: public services are free, private services are paid, but can offer more comfortable conditions.
Location and format: face-to-face versus online, course duration, availability of family modules.
Reviews and licenses: check accreditation (AHPRA for specialists, licenses of staff bodies).
Conclusion
Rehabilitation programs from gambling addiction in Australia cover the entire spectrum of needs - from an emergency hospital to flexible outpatient therapy and distance courses. Everyone can choose the format and level of support, focusing on the severity of the problem, budget and geography. The first step is to assess needs through a GP or 1800 858 858 call, after which an individual path to recovery begins.
