Video game addiction is spending an excessive amount of time playing video games or thinking about video games, so much that it causes interference in daily life. Like other addictive behaviors, video game addiction can lead to problems at school or work, in relationships, or in other areas of life.
Available Treatment Options
Therapists who treat video game addiction include therapies that work for other types of addictive behaviors. These therapies include self-reflection to increase awareness and knowledge of the effects of the behavior, cognitive interventions that examine thought processes and triggers for the behavior, and behavioral changes that encourage different coping mechanisms to deal with stress or triggers that don’t include video games.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Video Gam Addiction
I consider myself a generalist, asa clinician. I have particular experience addressing recovery/addiction, sexual problems, gender/identity, behavior problems, trauma, ADHD, interpersonal conflict, depression, anxiety, chronic stress, and more. My interest is to empower and support my clients - working together and personalizing their therapy to suit them individually. I work to provide a safe ...
Change, even when strongly desired, is not an easy thing to achieve on our own and seeking support is a courageous act and a great first step! If you are feeling stuck in negative patterns or emotions, or are turning to unhealthy behaviors or substances, therapy can be an effective way to learn gain new perspectives, tap into emotions you may have been numbing or overwhelmed by and come up with...
I help adults dealing with trauma, addiction, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, perfectionism, mood disorders, and impulsive behaviors. I have been researching trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder since 2013 and have experience working with the following therapeutic modalities: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy...
The Virginia Institute of Pastoral Care is a pastoral counseling center open to everyone. There is a place for you here— whether you practice a faith tradition or are searching, whether you are looking for support as you take the next steps in your life or you feel sad, stuck or unhappy. Our counselors are trained mental health professionals, many of whom are also practicing clergy. But we don’...
Transcendence; to rise above or go beyond the limits of to triumph over the negative restrictive aspects of : overcome to rise above or extend notably beyond ordinary limits. I offer in-office and online counseling. I am devoted to helping to optimize the mental health of individuals in Montana, and improve access to counseling. Online counseling is a great option to engage in counseling and wo...
Creating change is about embracing your future, not beating yourself (or others) up over the past. As a therapist, I focus on helping you figure out what "better" looks like and identifying the quickest route to get us there. Once we have that identified, I'll act as counselor, coach and traveling companion as you journey down that road. I'll be a fresh set of eyes that helps you figure out whe...
Are you happy? Do you have questions that you just can’t seem to answer? Is there a feeling of disconnection or distraction? Do you feel like a spectator in your own life? These questions and many more face us all…. maybe more succinctly put …. Are you living your best life? As a counselor, coach, and mentor, my passion is helping you and your family answer that ultimate question with a resound...
I strive to create and nurture an alliance with individuals and families in our work together, and consider myself honored to be a part of my clients' support system in their journey for change. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings from high-risk crisis situations, to inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation centers, to outpatient...
Tony holds a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Northwest University and two bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Biblical Studies. Tony desires to see hurting people of all ages healed and restored to an optimum state of health. He believes that health is holistic, encompassing physical, emotional and spiritual components. Individuals, couples and children working through grief, depression...
My therapeutic approach emphasizes a focus on subconscious motives & creativity forms of expression. I am Depth Psychologist near completion of a PhD in Community, Liberation, and Ecopsychology. I do not believe in fixing people, but instead in helping them explore the reasons symptoms and behaviors are coming forward, then working toward building stronger coping skills and resiliency. Evidence...
My name is Tim, and I have specialized training in sex & porn addiction (CSAT), alcohol & drug addiction, and gaming & internet addiction. I also work with trauma/PTSD (EMDR), depression and anxiety. Not just endless talk, talk, talk that goes nowhere. I use multiple evidence-based mental health treatments combined with genuine compassion and care so that my clients feel better sooner. If they'...
I am a licensed professional counselor with a specialty in child/adolescence, emerging adults, and family counseling. I also provide parent coaching and individual therapy. I have worked with issues including depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harming, mood disorders, personality disorders, couples issues, family system issues, life adjustments, grief and loss, ADHD, and more. I have...
Relationships move us, give us life, and can even suck the life out of us. We were made for them. That is why I specialize in them -- relationships with friends, family, colleagues, ourselves, our higher power. Properly realigning these problematic, strained, estranged relationships transforms your suffering into purposeful, worthwhile living. Ultimately your fullest life is my goal as your...
Over the past 35 years, I've had the privilege of working with individuals in a multitude of environments from residential facilities to outpatient community mental health clinics. My experience has taught me the importance of respecting one's humanity through the use of a compassionate, nonjudgemental, and supportive approach. It is my firm belief that we all have the capacity for change. Ther...
TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. Ideally, I want to create an environment that allows my clients to find their way, learn about themselves, and grow to be leaders in their treatment. The approaches I use give clients the ability to take the initiative, evaluate and then make a plan of action. Making the decision to enter into therapy is a challenge in itself. But in the end I want to meet th...
