What is Pathological Gambling?
Pathological gambling is a progressively chronic disorder that results in an
uncontrollable impulse to gamble. It has the highest suicide rate of all psychiatric
disorders. Compulsive gamblers often suffer from symptoms that include depression,
irritability, alcohol and/or drug use, family and work neglect, and increased anxiety
over financial difficulties that sometimes border on bankruptcy. Psychologically
similar to alcohol and substance addictions, pathological gambling affects the entire
family. It is, however, a diagnosable and treatable condition. Southern California has
seen an upsurge in the number of Indian gaming casinos, and as the popularity of
these facilities increase, so does the number of potential individuals who will
experience gambling-related problems. Many of these people have few options for
getting help.
What is the San Diego Center for Pathological Gambling (SDCPG)?
Legalized gambling in California, and indeed the nation, provides a ripe environment
for addictive behavior, and Dr. Suzanne Pike recognizes the great need for an
outpatient facility for problem gamblers and their families. The San Diego Center for
Pathological Gambling was established in 2003 to offer gambling-specific treatment
services to those in need. It is the first and only of its kind in Southern California.
Located in Poway, California in San Diego County, the SDCPG offers a relaxed and
casual environment for individual and family therapy sessions. With the addition of
online and telephone therapy, services have now been extended beyond the confines
of Southern California - offering unprecedented help to problem gamblers far and
wide. The strictest of confidentiality is always assured. Health insurances such as
Blue Cross, Blue Shield, (UBH) United Behavioral Health, Pacificare and
others are accepted. Don't have insurance? Dr. Pike also accepts an
out-of-pocket, sliding scale fee. Online chatroom and telephone therapy do not
involve insurance. Patients using these services are required to pre-purchase
individual sessions using PayPal through this website before therapy begins.
Pathological gambling is a progressively chronic disorder that results in an
uncontrollable impulse to gamble. It has the highest suicide rate of all psychiatric
disorders. Compulsive gamblers often suffer from symptoms that include depression,
irritability, alcohol and/or drug use, family and work neglect, and increased anxiety
over financial difficulties that sometimes border on bankruptcy. Psychologically
similar to alcohol and substance addictions, pathological gambling affects the entire
family. It is, however, a diagnosable and treatable condition. Southern California has
seen an upsurge in the number of Indian gaming casinos, and as the popularity of
these facilities increase, so does the number of potential individuals who will
experience gambling-related problems. Many of these people have few options for
getting help.
What is the San Diego Center for Pathological Gambling (SDCPG)?
Legalized gambling in California, and indeed the nation, provides a ripe environment
for addictive behavior, and Dr. Suzanne Pike recognizes the great need for an
outpatient facility for problem gamblers and their families. The San Diego Center for
Pathological Gambling was established in 2003 to offer gambling-specific treatment
services to those in need. It is the first and only of its kind in Southern California.
Located in Poway, California in San Diego County, the SDCPG offers a relaxed and
casual environment for individual and family therapy sessions. With the addition of
online and telephone therapy, services have now been extended beyond the confines
of Southern California - offering unprecedented help to problem gamblers far and
wide. The strictest of confidentiality is always assured. Health insurances such as
Blue Cross, Blue Shield, (UBH) United Behavioral Health, Pacificare and
others are accepted. Don't have insurance? Dr. Pike also accepts an
out-of-pocket, sliding scale fee. Online chatroom and telephone therapy do not
involve insurance. Patients using these services are required to pre-purchase
individual sessions using PayPal through this website before therapy begins.
| Visit this site for more information on pathological gambling: www.gamblingaddiction.cc |
| For treatment information, contact Dr. Suzanne Graupner Pike, Ph.D, CCGC-II Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY16492) California Certified Gambling Counselor-II (CCGC #122) Email: spikephd@sandiego-rx4gambling.com Toll-Free: 1-866-40-NOBET (1-866-406-6238) Tel: 619-806-7453 Fax: 760-798-1001 |
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The
Gambler's
Fallacy:
The false belief
that if you
gamble long
enough, you
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win it all back.
"Today is my
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Gambler's
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The false belief
that if you
gamble long
enough, you
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"Today is my
lucky day, just
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Comprehensive
Diagnostic
Assessment and
Treatment Program
Diagnostic
Assessment and
Treatment Program
Dr. Suzanne Graupner Pike, Ph.D., CCGC-II
CEO/President
Dr. Pike has over 25 years of experience treating
addictions including pathological gambling, drug
and alcohol abuse, and eating disorders. She is a
California Certified Gambling Counselor-II and has
extensive experience treating a wide range of
problems including depression, anxiety and bipolar
disorders. She is also qualified as an expert
witness of pathological gambling in court testimony
serving both local and federal legal systems. She
has experience with both civil and criminal cases.
CEO/President
Dr. Pike has over 25 years of experience treating
addictions including pathological gambling, drug
and alcohol abuse, and eating disorders. She is a
California Certified Gambling Counselor-II and has
extensive experience treating a wide range of
problems including depression, anxiety and bipolar
disorders. She is also qualified as an expert
witness of pathological gambling in court testimony
serving both local and federal legal systems. She
has experience with both civil and criminal cases.
Credentials
B.A., Psychology and Sociology, University of Evansville; M.A., Clinical
Psychology, Ball State University; Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, Temple
University; Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY16492); California Certified
Gambling Counselor-II (CCGC #122).
B.A., Psychology and Sociology, University of Evansville; M.A., Clinical
Psychology, Ball State University; Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, Temple
University; Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY16492); California Certified
Gambling Counselor-II (CCGC #122).
About Us
View Dr. Pike's CV, Resume as a pdf here.