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Gambling Addiction Support Group

Gambling Addiction Support Group

A therapist-led 4-session support group for people struggling with gambling addiction or risky gambling patterns. This space helps you understand triggers, manage urges, rebuild control, and create a realistic recovery plan with support from others who get it.

Start Date: Within next 3 months

4 weekly Zoom sessions | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Therapist

Regular price Rs. 2,500.00
Regular price Rs. 5,000.00 Sale price Rs. 2,500.00
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  • Struggling with Gambling Habits

    For anyone who feels gambling is becoming compulsive or difficult to control

  • Online Betting or Casino Gambling

    Relevant for people dealing with sports betting, online gambling apps, poker, rummy, fantasy leagues, casino games, or stock-like gambling behavior

  • Financial Stress and Loss of Control

    If gambling has started impacting savings, debt, relationships, or peace of mind

  • Wanting Support and Structure

    For those who want to stop, reduce, or regain control and need consistent support and tools.

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Goal of the Group

• Understand gambling addiction and why it is hard to stop
• Identify your personal triggers, patterns, and high-risk situations
• Learn practical tools to manage urges and cravings in the moment
• Reduce shame and self-blame by understanding the addiction cycle
• Build healthier coping strategies for stress, boredom, anxiety, and emotional discomfort
• Create accountability systems and relapse prevention plans
• Improve decision-making around money, debt, and financial risk
• Rebuild self-trust and regain a sense of control over daily life

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: Understanding the Gambling Cycle

• Introductions and creating a confidential, non-judgmental space
• Understanding what gambling addiction looks like and how it develops
• The addiction cycle: urge, action, temporary relief, regret, repeat
• Exploring how gambling affects mood, stress, and self-esteem
• Reflection exercise: “My gambling story and what it has cost me”

Session 2: Triggers, Urges, and Emotional Drivers

• Identifying personal triggers: stress, boredom, loneliness, anger, excitement
• Understanding emotional gambling vs money gambling
• How shame, guilt, and secrecy fuel the cycle
• Tools to manage cravings: urge surfing, delay technique, distraction plan
• Activity: Building your personal trigger map

Session 3: Replacing Gambling with Healthier Coping Strategies

• Understanding what gambling gives you emotionally (escape, dopamine, control, excitement)
• Creating alternative coping tools for emotional discomfort
• Building structure into daily routine to reduce relapse risk
• Managing impulsivity and “just one last time” thinking
• Activity: Creating a replacement habit plan and coping toolkit

Session 4: Relapse Prevention and Long-Term Recovery Planning

• Understanding relapse patterns and warning signs
• Planning for high-risk situations: salary day, sports seasons, weekends, isolation
• Building accountability systems: boundaries, blockers, support partners, financial limits
• Setting realistic recovery goals: harm reduction vs complete stopping
• Closure: personal recovery commitment plan and next-step support options

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FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy on Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

More about Support Groups & Therapy Groups:

1. What is an online therapy or support group?

Online therapy groups or support groups are structured, therapist-led sessions where participants gather virtually to discuss and work on specific mental health or personal growth topics.

These groups offer a supportive environment and help members learn coping strategies and relevant techniques from the therapist. Participants offer each other encouragement, share advice, and provide emotional support, helping one another feel less isolated.

2. What benefits can I expect from joining an online therapy group or support group?

Participants in online therapy groups often experience improved mental health, a greater sense of connection, and enhanced coping skills. Group therapy provides structured guidance from a therapist, which can lead to valuable insights and personal growth.

3. How does online group therapy compare to one-on-one therapy?

One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

Online group therapy, however, offers a sense of community and shared experience. In addition to learning from the therapist, members get to connect with others facing similar challenges. Group settings provide diverse perspectives and reduce isolation, which participants find valuable.

4. Are online groups effective?

Yes, studies show that online groups can be as effective as in-person groups. The online format provides convenience and accessibility while offering the same structured therapeutic benefits, especially for those who prefer the comfort of their home environment.

5. Will I have to share my personal journey in the group?

Sharing is encouraged but never forced. Participants are free to share only what they feel comfortable with, and many find that opening up gradually is natural and helpful for their own growth.

6. How do online therapy groups or support groups handle difficult emotions that arise?

The therapist leading the group is trained to manage challenging emotions. They provide tools and strategies for coping, helping participants process feelings safely.

7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

Yes, many people find that group therapy superbly complements individual therapy, providing additional insights and social support, thus accelerating their healing. Also, users often join group therapy for a topic that they are not focusing on in their individual therapy sessions. Often, therapists themselves recommend their clients to group therapy for a specific area of their life.

8. How do I know if a support group is right for me?

If you’re looking for shared experiences and emotional support rather than structured therapeutic guidance, a support group may be ideal. Otherwise, consider a therapy group for a more structured approach.

You can also join more than one group if you feel it will benefit you, especially if each group focuses on a different aspect of your mental health journey.