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Case Presentation: Addressing Resistance and Low Self-Efficacy in Gambling Recovery

11/11/2025 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM ET

Category

Case Presentations

Admission

  • Free

Summary

Gambling Disorder Case Presentations are 1 hour no-cost webinars offered once each quarter. These webinars provide insight into helpline or warmline transfer calls, screening tools and/or treatment strategies presented by a certified gambling clinician. Each case presentation focuses on different aspects and nuances of treating problem gambling. Previous topics have included sports betting, youth gambling, harm reduction strategies, and SUD IOP group education. These sessions are open to any professional that is interested in learning more about gambling disorder.

Description

Case Presentation: Breaking Down Barriers: Addressing Resistance and Low Self-Efficacy in Gambling Recovery will take place on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM. 

 

This case presentation examines the clinical journey of a client diagnosed with Gambling Disorder who exhibited significant resistance to change, largely stemming from low self-worth and self-efficacy. Through motivational interviewing, cognitive restructuring, and values-based interventions, the client gradually reduced defensiveness, increased insight, and developed healthier coping mechanisms. Strengthening the therapeutic alliance and fostering self-compassion were central to overcoming resistance and promoting engagement. Over time, the client demonstrated improved self-esteem, emotional regulation, and sustained reduction in gambling urges. The case underscores the importance of addressing self-worth in treatment, utilizing strength-based approaches, and maintaining flexibility when working with resistant clients.

 

 

Cost: This is a no-cost training opportunity. 

 

Continuing Education:

1.0 CEU is available for this training which can be used toward obtaining or maintaining the GAMB Endorsement through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Board or towards becoming a counselor qualified to treat gambling disorder through the Ohio Social Worker, Counselor, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board.

 

Problem Gambling Network of Ohio is an approved continuing education provider through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board, the Ohio Counselor, Social Work, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board, and the International Problem Gambling and Gaming Certification Organization.

 

 

Presenter: Katrina Arroyo, M.Ed, LPCC, LICDC-GAMB

 

Katrina Arroyo, M.Ed, LPCC, LICDC-GAMB, ICGC-I earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kent State University in 2017. With a strong foundation in behavioral health, Katrina has developed a specialized focus on problem gambling. She currently serves as the Manager of Clinical Programs at the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio, where she supports statewide efforts to expand access to quality gambling treatment, training, and clinical support.