Family Program
A psychoeducational group for families and loved ones impacted by problem gambling
Guidance, Discretion, and Connection
Problem gambling doesn’t happen in isolation—it impacts partners, parents, friends, and families who often find themselves caught in the confusion and fallout. This four-week psycho-educational group is designed specifically for individuals affected by someone else’s gambling behavior, offering practical tools, and meaningful support in a structured setting.
Each week focuses on a core pillar of restoring wellbeing from the impacts of problem gambling. Live expert-led curated sessions will include communication skills, navigating stress, repairing complex relational patterns, rebuilding trust, boundary setting, and future planning for continuity of care with real life application. Participants gain tools to rebuild connection and cultivate resilience within a safe, supportive environment.
Introducing a virtual five-week online expert-led group designed specifically for families, couples, and significant others affected by problem gambling
This weekly program blends gambling disorder clinical expertise, guided work, and practical strategies to create a supportive, structured and useful communal experience.
Introducing the Expert-Led Concierge In-Home Weekend Service
For families, couples and significant others experiencing acute scenarios from problem gambling and requiring immediate support. We now offer something unique - a discreet, compassionate, problem gambling expert-led, concierge in-home full weekend service. This premium, limited availability service is intentionally exclusive to preserve privacy and individualized attention.
Insight
Participants gain a clearer understanding of problem gambling as a behavioral health condition, not a moral failing. Through expert guidance and guest speakers, the group explores how modern online betting platforms, personalized marketing, and 24/7 access intensify risk and prolong harm—not just for gamblers, but for those close to them.
Process
Each session provides practical, step-by-step strategies to reduce harm, protect well-being, and respond with intention. The group focuses on what can be controlled—boundaries, communication, and financial safeguards—while letting go of responsibility for someone else’s choices.
Connection
This is a confidential, supportive space to share experiences, reduce isolation, and learn alongside others navigating similar challenges. Facilitated group discussions encourage reflection, validation, and mutual support without pressure to “fix” anyone.
Five-week structured group
Weekly sessions
Guest speakers
with expertise in gambling disorder, financial recovery, and family systems
Curated resources provided
including tools, readings, and referral options
Psychoeducational format
with guided discussion and practical takeaway
Discussion topics include
Rebuilding trust after repeated breaches and broken promises
Communication strategies that reduce conflict and avoid power struggles
Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries without guilt
Understanding and interrupting enabling behaviors
Safeguarding money, finances, and shared assets
Levels of care for problem gambling treatment and how to navigate options
Call or email today for more information
Brad Ruderman, CADC II
Email: brad@westsidegambling.com
Fiona Nottingham, PsyD, LMFT
Email: fiona@westsidegambling.com