What is the gambling addiction helpline number?

The National Problem Gambling Helpline is 1-800-MY-RESET. It is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also text or chat at ncpgambling.org.

How can I block gambling apps on my phone?

You can block gambling apps using tools like Gamban, BetBlocker, or built-in device restrictions. Detachr also provides step-by-step guides to help you set up gambling blocks on iPhone and Android.

What is self-exclusion from gambling?

Self-exclusion is a voluntary program where you request to be banned from gambling venues or online platforms for a set period. Most states and online casinos offer self-exclusion programs. Visit our self-exclusion guide for a complete list.

How can I help a family member with a gambling problem?

Support your loved one without enabling the behavior. Learn about gambling addiction, set financial boundaries, encourage professional help, and consider attending Gam-Anon meetings for families of problem gamblers.

Help with Gambling Addiction

Whether you need immediate support, free tools, or long-term recovery resources, this page collects gambling addiction help in one place. Everything here is free and confidential.

Start with the highest-impact next step

Pick one action you can do in the next ten minutes. Choose the option that matches the risk in front of you right now: urges, access, money, or family pressure.

Call or text the helpline

Use 1-800-MY-RESET when you need confidential support, referrals, or a calm next step before gambling.

Call 1-800-MY-RESET

Add access barriers

Use self-exclusion, app deletion, payment friction, and phone blocks together so an urge has more time to pass.

Review self-exclusion→

Protect money first

Separate essentials, check credit reports, pause new borrowing, and ask for help before debt decisions compound.

Read the credit guide→

Get family support

If gambling has affected trust or finances at home, use dedicated guidance for families and partners.

Help for families→

Immediate Help Resources

If you need help right now, these services are free, confidential, and available around the clock:

Call: 1-800-MY-RESET - National Problem Gambling Helpline (24/7)
Text: Send a message to 1-800-MY-RESET
Chat: ncpgambling.org/chat
Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741

Understanding Gambling Addiction

Gambling addiction (also called gambling disorder or compulsive gambling) is a recognized behavioral health condition. It is not a sign of weakness. Problem gambling changes how your brain processes reward. That makes it harder to stop even when you want to.

Recovery is possible with the right support. Most people need more than willpower: practical barriers, professional or peer support, money protection, and a plan for urges.

Online Gambling Help and Treatment Options

Internet gambling and mobile betting apps make access fast and private. If you need help with online gambling, start by removing access on your devices and enrolling in self-exclusion programs where they cover licensed sportsbooks and casinos in your state.

Treatment options include cognitive behavioral therapy, peer support through Gamblers Anonymous, and state-funded counseling through NCPG affiliates. Many programs are free or low cost. For step-by-step quit plans, see our how to quit gambling recovery guides.

Problem gambling resources on this site include free recovery tools, blocking guides for iPhone and Android, and guidance on protecting money while you stabilize.

Free Tools We Offer

Detachr provides practical, science-backed tools designed to support your recovery:

Gambling blocker setup and configuration
Urge tracking and pattern recognition
Financial recovery planning resources
Daily check-in and accountability features

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Self-Exclusion Programs

Self-exclusion lets you voluntarily ban yourself from gambling venues and online platforms where a covered program is available. Programs vary by state, tribal operator, and online platform.

We maintain a state-by-state directory of self-exclusion program information so you can find the next place to check.

View self-exclusion programs by state →

Block Gambling Apps and Websites

One useful early recovery step is to remove fast access to gambling platforms. Blocking tools create a barrier between an urge and the next bet.

Recovery Guides

Our in-depth guides walk you through every stage of gambling recovery, from the first 24 hours to long-term maintenance. They focus on practical steps, source-backed claims, and calm next actions.

Browse all recovery guides →

Help for Families and Partners

Gambling addiction does not just affect the person gambling. It impacts spouses, partners, children, parents, and close friends. If someone you love has a gambling problem, you deserve support too.

Find Local Help

In-person support can be a powerful part of recovery. Here is how to find gambling addiction help near you:

Gamblers Anonymous (GA): Find a meeting near you
NCPG State Affiliates: State-by-state resources - many offer free counseling and treatment referrals
SAMHSA Treatment Locator: findtreatment.gov

Many state programs offer free or low-cost gambling addiction counseling. Contact your state's problem gambling council for local options.

Official Resources and References

For current helpline, treatment, and local referral information, confirm details with official organizations before making a time-sensitive decision.

National Problem Gambling Helpline - Call, text, and chat support operated by the National Council on Problem Gambling.
NCPG help by state - State-level problem gambling resources and local referral options.
Gamblers Anonymous meeting finder - Peer-support meetings for people who want to stop gambling.
SAMHSA treatment locator - A U.S. treatment directory for mental health and substance use support.

The National Problem Gambling Helpline is currently promoted as 1-800-MY-RESET. The legacy 1-800-522-4700 access point may still route to the helpline during the transition.

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Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. If you are experiencing a gambling problem, please contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-MY-RESET or consult a qualified professional.