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
Eric Shanks LCSW is a Licensed Psychotherapist trained at Boston College. With 15 years of experience, and an ongoing commitment to actively pursue advanced education, he strives to be at the top of his profession. Eric is dedicated to helping patients reach their goals as efficiently and effectively as possible to obtain a higher level of overall life satisfaction. He provides direct,...
I have over 20 years experience providing therapeutic counseling to all ages from 18-75 in specialties of depression, anxiety, finding individual "wellness" and relationship issues. I use a short term strength based model to you achieve your goals. I have a proven success record with helping individuals and couples restructure their lives and relationships to find happiness.I understand that it...
Now accepting clients via teletherapy. Teletherapy is secure and easy to use: you simply need access to strong WiFi or cellular, privacy, and a smartphone/tablet/laptop. As a therapist with more than 13 years’ experience in the Seattle area, I provide strengths-based, solution-focused mental health therapy to clients from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in working with young adults, adolescen...
Do you find yourself in a state of trauma due to recently finding out your spouse has been having an affair or has a sex addiction? Do you feel lost and don't know who to turn to for help? We are here to help both you and your spouse through the journey of recovery. There is hope. You may have a hard time believing where you are at now, but about 90% of couples that go through the comprehensive...
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Are you feeling lonely, hopeless and empty? Do you have relationship problems or marriage difficulties? Do you feel that no one cares or understands you? You may have tried many different approaches but nothing have worked. I am here to assist you to find happiness in your life again. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. I have been conducting therapy for...
I specialize in working with families, couples, adolescents and men. My experience working with families includes pre-marital and marital counseling for couples, as well as work with parents and teens. I also work with male perpetrators of abuse/domestic violence, sexual addictions, adolescent life-stage issues, marital conflict, anxiety disorders and mood disorders. My clinical focus is marria...
There are lots of therapists to choose from; so, why choose me? I am a hands-on therapist. If you want someone who is tough, that's me. I bring to the table a Military background, with combat experience as a Behavioral Health Specialist in the US Army / US Army National Guard. As a BHS, I worked with all branches. I have earned extensive experience as a business owner, legal IT, and legal...
Are you feeling out of it lately? Can't keep up with your daily routine? Kids driving you bonkers? Marriage failing? Feel like giving up? It happens to the best of us, sometimes. That's why I'm here to help. Call me today and let me know how I can help you get back on track. I specialize in helping individuals through motivational interviewing techniques. I also help families see each other's...
I am a licensed Board Certified psychotherapist regarded as intuitive, patient and kind. My diverse professional background in combination with my lifelong dedication to guiding others through emotional challenges has informed my unique empathetic approach to psychotherapy. I understand that most issues lie deep and it takes time for clients to work them through to find lasting relief. However,...
I am passionate about helping those who: struggle with addictive behavior, love someone who struggles with addictive behavior, don't identify with a specific addiction but find themselves in survival mode or generally unhappy in life and relationships, or, have worked through a lot of issues but want to take things to the next level and infuse more well-being into their life. I also love workin...
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