CBT for Behavioural Addiction workshop

This workshop is suitable for anyone working with clients who present with mental health problems.

2 hour workshop delivered online.

Workshop presenters 

Facilitated by clinicians from the State-wide Gambling Therapy Services. The presenters have postgraduate qualifications in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).

Workshop aims

An overview of how Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is used to treat behavioural addictions with a focus on treatment of gambling disorder and gaming.

Workshop outcomes

  • To be aware of gambling harm in Australia
  • To be aware of those at increased risk for problem gambling
  • To be aware of early warning signs that may indicate problem gambling behaviour
  • To be aware of how best to approach a conversation about problem gambling
  • To understand Gambling Disorder as a behavioural addiction
  • To be aware of Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT) and other interventions for problem gambling
  • To be aware of referral pathways for problem gambling.