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
In my nearly 20 years as a psychologist it has become clear to me that entering into therapy takes courage. It takes courage to look at one's struggles and go near painful aspects of life. It takes courage to make changes; in the way we see ourselves, our relationships and our future. As a therapist, I see my role as not the agent of change, but as someone who 'walks with' the person who is...
Everyday is a new challenge that may bring new struggles. These struggles can prevent us from enjoying our lives to the fullest. Each person faces their own individual mountains to climb or hurdles to jump. If you need assistance with conquering those obstacles, I can help. My diverse background includes working with children and families. I have specialized experience working with individuals,...
Teenagers are at a pivotal and complex stage in their lives. There are ever changing social dynamics, stress from school, new found family tension, and the introduction to existential questioning. I focus on strengthening self image, communication skills, and emotional stability. Everybody has a unique and complex story to tell and my goal is to help create a safe, open, and therapeutic...
"When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change" is the focus of my treatment. I want to help you gain a new perspective of your struggle that allows you to be more hopeful about the solution. Whether the problem includes substance abuse, problem gambling, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict or some other problem, I am committed to the process of change through...
Hi I'm Elizabeth Howard and I'm a Nationally Certified Hypnotherapist. I help people change old unwanted habits, behaviors and beliefs that no longer serve them. I specialize in helping people lose weight, quit smoking, reduce stress and anxiety, improve motivation and self esteem, eating disorders, phobias and fears, sports enhancement, nail biting, addictions, etc., and more. Pretty much...
Call FACETS if you need support for your drinking or substance use and especially during this challenging and uncertain time of COVID-19 pandemic. FACETS can help you address your drinking/substance use and effects on your family, employment, physical health, legal and overall life satisfaction. Featuring a straight-forward and honest approach to the overwhelming task of learning to live a sobe...
In our sessions, I'll show you how to be vulnerable and genuine by being that way myself. I'll laugh at your jokes. You can show me your favorite dog video or Star Wars meme before we start. You're as likely to find me sitting back in my leather chair wearing jeans and flannel as sitting perfectly poised in slacks and a tie. (Okay, who am I kidding? Much more likely.) And then we'll get down to...
I provide individual therapy for adults, adolescents, and children. I also provide couples therapy, family therapy, pre-marital therapy, group therapy and parental training. Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, pornography, addictions, behavioral issues, self confidence building, and relationship improvements are some of the issues that I treat. My style of treatment is based in...
( English | español ) We offer counseling services and Immigration Evaluations to clients from age 5 years-Adult. My specialties include: trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, internet/video game addiction, behavioral problems and transitions into college. For young clients, I strongly believe that integrating parents into therapy, when appropriate, is essential to meeting their goals. ...
I am an experienced licensed psychologist in Alameda (near Oakland). I work with adults and seniors, and see both individuals and couples. I meet with clients in-person and online. I can help with depression, anger, trauma, ptsd, stuckness, abuse, bullying, grief, failure, loss, loneliness, shame, guilt, anxiety, impulse control problems, some addictions, relationship and marriage issues and ot...
We are child & parenting specialists. Our practice only works with with families, teens and children (even very young ones under 6). Some of the issues we see are child anxiety, intense emotions, challenging behaviors, divorce in the family. We will help solve what's behind your child's anxiety, mood or bad behavior. Our focus is to help you and your kiddo fix the issues and get relief. By work...
My practice is focused on providing Individual therapy and family therapy for adults and adolescence who are struggling with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, addictions, and relational or behavioral issues. The treatment is based on the individual need of each client. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology, Client Centered Therapy, Solution...
I am a seasoned practicing psychotherapist, and professor for over 30 years. I'm grateful to have worked with so many courageous people who have been willing to ask for help, and engage in their own healing. My practice is diverse but I specialize in short term therapy. Therapy need not be life long instead, we will work together to identify your goals and develop effective strategies and tools...
I work with people not diagnoses. First and foremost I want my clients to know that they are not on their own. I first began to study counseling psychology because I enjoy helping people. When a person comes into my office it is usually because they are in need of help. Through the use of various psychological techniques I strive to assist those who seek to find what they are looking for. I als...
