About this course
Gambling-related harm presents a significant and growing challenge for mental health and addiction services. In line with current NICE guidance, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is the recommended first-line psychological treatment for Gambling Disorder. This full-day, in-person workshop provides clinicians with a practical introduction to delivering evidence-based CBT interventions for people experiencing gambling-related difficulties.
The workshop focuses on the core components of CBT for gambling, moving from collaborative assessment and case formulation through to treatment planning and intervention. Participants will explore strategies for enhancing motivation to change, developing behavioural alternatives to gambling, and addressing common gambling-related beliefs and cognitive biases. The training will also demonstrate how principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can be integrated with CBT to strengthen treatment and support long-term recovery.
The day is highly interactive, with learning centred around a detailed clinical case study. Through guided formulation exercises, small-group discussions, skills practice, and clinical examples, participants will have the opportunity to apply CBT principles to realistic treatment scenarios and develop confidence in using these approaches within their own practice.
A working knowledge of the CBT model and foundational CBT skills is recommended to gain maximum benefit from this workshop.
Skills You will Learn
- Develop an individualised CBT formulation for Gambling Disorder.
- Apply motivational strategies to enhance engagement and readiness for change.
- Use behavioural interventions to reduce gambling and increase meaningful alternative activities.
- Identify and work therapeutically with gambling-related thoughts, beliefs, and cognitive distortions.
- Integrate selected ACT-informed techniques alongside CBT to increase psychological flexibility and improve treatment outcomes.
Location
CNWL Trust Headquarters
350 Euston Road
Regent’s Place
London NW1 3AX