Problem Gambling Services

Do you think gambling may be creating problems for you or someone you care about? We understand…and we can help.

When gambling is a problem, Lewis & Clark Problem Gambling Services can provide high-quality counseling to support affected individuals, couples, and families.

Contact Us through our Contact Form    


Join Us on March 22 for our Problem Gambling Awareness Month Potluck!

           


Call us at (503) 768-6325

We work with you to create a plan that will help you look at how gambling may be affecting your life—and the lives of those around you—and to help you evaluate your options to create the change you want.


Questions about help with finances? Or if you need to stop gambling to get help?

Find the answers here


  • In addition to providing counseling, we aim to reduce the harm caused by problem gambling through research, professional education, and outreach.

  • We are dedicated to supporting social equity by providing easily-accessible and culturally-sensitive counseling services.

  • We are committed to advocacy that addresses the costs of problem gambling to individuals, families, and to our larger community.

  • We recognize that problem gambling affects us all—and that we can all be part of the solution.


UPDATE: December 2023

Lewis & Clark Problem Gambling Services is offering in-person or telehealth sessions. We are currently accepting new clients. We do have about a 3-4 week waitlist.

Please make sure to leave a voicemail if you are trying to reach us (503) 768-6325 with your name, number and best time to call you back. We will call you back from a blocked number so make sure you have adjusted the settings on your phone so you can accept our calls. Otherwise, you can email us at pgsappointments@lclark.edu.


Call 503-768-6325 for free, confidential problem gambling counseling at our clinic near downtown Portland.

The statewide problem gambling hotline is available 24 hours a day. It’s free and confidential.

1-877-695-4648 (MY-LIMIT)

 

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, you can call

Multnomah County Mental Health Crisis Line

503-988-4888

The crisis line is available 24/7 for mental health and addictions services.
Crisis line numbers for other counties in the Portland area can be found here.

 

 

If you are a student at Lewis & Clark and are interested in a volunteer or graduate assistant position, please contact the director at fdiferdinando@lclark.edu.