Sports Betting Addiction Treatment
RECOVERY & TREATMENT IN GOODYEAR, ARIZONA
Help for Sports Betting Addiction
Sports betting used to mean a trip to a casino or a call to a bookie. Now it's an app in your pocket, open 24/7, with live in-play odds, parlays, and constant promotions designed to keep you betting. For a lot of people, especially younger men, that's made a manageable habit impossible to control.
If you can't stop betting on sports, or you're watching someone you love lose themselves to it, Algamus can help.
We're one of the only residential programs in the U.S. dedicated solely to gambling addiction, and sports betting is the single most common problem we treat today. Give us a call and talk to one of our specialists to learn more.
- Every clinician on staff is trained specifically in gambling disorder - Most residential programs treat substance use first and others addictions as an afterthought. We do the opposite.
- Group therapy is gambling-only - You sit in groups with other compulsive sports gamblers, not a mixed group where gambling is one of many issues being discussed.
- The program length matches the disorder - Sports Betting Addiction rarely responds to a 7- or 14-day stay. Our minimum is 30 days. Most clients do best at 5 weeks.
Inquire About Our Treatment for Gambling Addiction
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Who This Program Is For
Signs Sports Betting Has Become an Addiction
Treatment is the right level of care if any of the following are true:
Not sure where you land? Take our problem gambling self-assessment, or call us and we'll talk it through honestly.
You've Tried Quitting Already
Why Sports Betting is So Hard to Quit on Your Own
Modern sportsbooks are built to maximize engagement: instant deposits, live in-play betting, same-game parlays, and personalized promotions that pull you back in.
The phone that holds your sportsbook is the same one you carry everywhere, so the trigger is always within reach. Willpower alone, or a betting app's "self-exclusion" button, often isn't enough, especially once the behavior has become compulsive.
Why a Gambling-Specific Residential Program
A general drug-and-alcohol rehab that "also treats gambling" usually puts you in a mixed group where betting is one issue among many. Algamus is different:
- We treat gambling disorder and nothing else - every clinician is trained specifically in it
- Group therapy is gambling-only, often including other sports bettors working on the same triggers
- The program length fits the disorder - gambling rarely responds to a 7- or 14-day stay and our minimum is 30 days, with 5 weeks typical
- Distance from triggers - residential means real separation from your phone, your accounts, and the betting apps
How Treatment Works at Algamus
You live onsite at our private home in Goodyear, Arizona, working daily with Internationally Certified Gambling Counselors and licensed therapists. Treatment is individualized and includes:
The Enneagram
Our gambling addiction therapists will guide you in how to use the Enneagram method for self-exploration, healing, personal transformation, and growth.
Our Facility
A private home in Goodyear, Arizona
Algamus operates out of a private residential home. The home includes:
- Private and semi-private bedrooms
- A pool and outdoor sitting area
- Group therapy room
- Communal living and dining
- Meditation/quiet spaces
- Onsite cooking with shared meals
See more photos and a tour of the facility.
For Families
Many people come to us because a parent, spouse, or partner reached out first and often that family member is the one helping make treatment happen.
If that's you, you're not overreacting. Our family program and support for loved ones are built around you, and the first call is free and confidential.
Most commercial plans accepted
Insurance, Cost, and Payment
Algamus works with most major commercial insurance plans. What's covered and any out-of-pocket cost depend on your policy, so we verify your benefits for you, free and confidentially, before you commit. Private-pay and payment-plan options are available too. Verify your insurance →
How to Admit: 4-Step Process
For interventions or urgent admissions, call directly — we can usually compress this timeline.
Outcomes and What to Expect After
We do not promise a cure. Gambling disorder is a chronic, relapsing condition, and any treatment center that promises otherwise is not telling you the truth.
What we can tell you, based on three decades of running this program:
- The vast majority of clients who complete the full 30 days report no gambling in the 90 days post-discharge.
- Long-term recovery (one year+) is highest among clients who follow through on the continuing care plan — outpatient therapy, GA meetings, ongoing alumni contact.
- Clients with co-occurring depression or anxiety who continue medication and therapy after discharge have substantially better outcomes than those who stop.
Recovery is not a straight line, and you need to know that. Relapse, when it happens, is treated as data, not failure. Our alumni community and aftercare team are built specifically to catch these moments early.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Testimonials
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I didn't take ownership of having a problem until I went to my first Algamus meeting...When they went around the room and each person described what their game of choice was and how they processed it emotionally and mentally, it was only at that moment that I said, “wow, they are like me.”
— Craig C.
Algamus Client in Recovery
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Algamus provided the information, support, and ongoing guidance necessary for me to successfully recover from my addiction. Without them I don’t know if I would be where I am today; 8 months later, free from my addiction for the first time in almost 20 years of struggle.
Remi D.
Algamus Client in Recovery
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Algamus provided me the foundation needed to jump start my road to recovery. The programs, interactions with staff and group bonding put me on the path to a better way of life. The program truly saved my life!
Allen P.
Algamus Client in Recovery
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Algamus saved my life and my family. It has taken a few years to earn back the trust and respect I had lost, but I am blessed to be healthier and happier than I would have believed possible.
A special "Thank you" to Rick Benson and crew. I'm humbled by the work that you do.
— Anne A.
Algamus Client in Recovery
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If you are struggling. If you are out of control. If you just want all the craziness of chasing money and falling further and further behind, to stop, let these good people help you! They are so well trained, many former gambling addicts themselves. They know what they're doing. All of my fellows in recovery had different patterns, styles and games and yet the staff worked wonders with them all. They knew the different types we were and how to maximize treatment effectiveness. Last I heard, we were all doing great post-rehab. I know I have placed my last bet in this lifetime."
— Dan L.
Algamus Client in Recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you treat sports betting addiction specifically?
Yes, sports betting, including parlays, in-play betting, and daily fantasy, is the most common problem we see. The treatment approach is the same as for any gambling disorder, with relapse-prevention work tailored to sports betting.
How do I know if I need residential treatment instead of GA or outpatient?
Residential is usually the right call if you've tried to stop on your own (or with GA or outpatient) and keep going back, if real consequences haven't stopped you, or if your daily environment is full of triggers. Call us and we'll tell you honestly which level of care fits.
What about daily fantasy sports (DFS)?
DFS often functions the same way as sports betting and we treat it the same way. If it's taking over your life and finances, it qualifies.
What can I bring with me?
We send a complete packing list before admission. In short: comfortable clothes, toiletries, any prescription medications in original bottles, government ID, insurance card. We do not allow alcohol, recreational drugs, weapons, or gambling materials. See the What to Bring guide for the full list.
Will insurance cover sports betting addiction treatment?
Most commercial plans cover some portion of residential treatment for gambling disorder. We verify your specific benefits before you commit. We don't accept Medicare or Medicaid, but our team can discuss other options.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. We do not disclose your status to your employer, family, or anyone else without your written consent.
How fast can I be admitted?
Most clients are admitted within 3–10 days of the first call, and we can compress that for urgent situations or interventions.
How do I quit a sports betting addiction?
Once sports betting becomes a full-fledged addiction, it can be very difficult to quit.
- Understand the severity of the problem - Many people never get help for a gambling problem, because they don’t understand that it is a serious problem that requires professional treatment. In order to overcome a sports betting addiction, you need to be committed to recovery.
- Stay busy - If you are addicted to sports betting, you need to replace this activity with other, healthier alternatives in order to quit successfully. Keep your mind and body occupied.
- Understand your triggers - Everyone has triggers that lead them to gamble compulsively. This may be an underlying mental health disorder such as anxiety or depression, or it could be a result of relational or financial stress. Whatever it may be, it’s important to address the underlying issues and find more effective ways of coping.
- Remove betting sites and apps - Make it more difficult for yourself to place bets by removing any mobile apps, and blocking certain websites. Although this is not an immediate fix, it makes it easier to resist the temptation to bet when it isn’t right at your fingertips.
- Get professional help - Attempting to quit something you are addicted to on your own willpower is an immensely difficult feat. Your addiction needs to be treated with the same urgency as any other major health issue, and you need professionals to help guide you through the recovery process.
Algamus Gambling Recovery Center
1616 N. Litchfield Rd, Suite 220, Goodyear, AZ, 85395
Phone: 941-778-2496 | 888-558-7024
Also Serving Prescott, Phoenix & Tucson, Arizona
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