Gambling
Gambling Support
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Gambling can affect anyone. It might start small and grow over time or appear suddenly during moments of stress or change. However it begins, gambling can impact your mental health, finances, relationships, and sense of self.
At Aquarius, we support anyone over the age of 18 who is affected by gambling—whether it’s your own behaviour or that of someone close to you. Our services are free, confidential and available across the West Midlands, West Mercia, Staffordshire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Stoke.
We know that asking for support isn’t always easy. You might feel unsure about what’s ‘normal’ or feel embarrassed to talk. There’s no judgement here. We’re here to listen, help you make sense of things, and work with you to take the next step forward.
Aquarius helped my family
"Aquarius helped my family understand what I was going through mentally and physically. If you need help, you should always consider it as an option, as it really helps you to understand what you are actually doing to yourself and also helps your family understand."
Anonymous, Service User
They saved my life
"They saved my life, I wouldn’t be 2 years clean if it wasn’t for them, I’ve never really had a family but Aqaurius have all become my family."
Kai, Service User
Helped me see the correct path
"Aquarius has helped me see the correct path to the end goal of quitting. I would recommend the services as the system is far from conservative, the advice is tailored exactly to how you'd personally quit. They build onwards from this."
Preston, Service User
Very good clear presentation.
"There was a good variety of attendees from different backgrounds. The information on dependency & how brain is affected in teenage years was especially good. Very good clear presentation."
Anonymous, Service User
Knowledge shined through
"The trainers knowledge shined through and they effortlessly answered questions, speaking from their professional experience, discussing historic precedents but also new research."
Anonymous, Service User
What gambling issues can look like
Gambling harm doesn’t always look the same. For some, it means spending more money or time than planned. For others, it might be secretive behaviour, mounting debt, or chasing losses. It can affect your work, sleep, relationships, and emotional wellbeing.
If gambling is affecting your life in ways that don’t feel good, or if you’re worried about someone else, you’re not alone, and support is available.
Our approach
We believe change is possible when people feel heard, supported, and empowered. Our approach is person-centered, flexible, and grounded in trying to meet your needs. You decide what you want to work on, and we’ll help you get there.
We’re proud to be part of the National Gambling Support Network and work closely with partners like Betknowmore and EPIC Restart to provide wraparound care.
In 2024/2025, we saw over 82% of clients in the Gambling team after a referral was made. Of those 50% successfully completed their treatment.
We offer:
One-to-one and group sessions
Virtual or telephone Sessions to suit the individual
Strategies to reduce or stop gambling
Tools and practical steps like self-exclusion or blocking software
Support for affected others, including family and partners
Help with the wider impact of gambling – from debt to mental health
Training and workshops for professionals, young people and communities
How to get support
You can self-refer, be referred by a professional, or just get in touch for a chat about what’s going on. There’s no right way to start – just reach out when you’re ready.
Get In Touch
Contact
We work in:
Birmingham, Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall, Coventry, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Telford, Herefordshire, Worcester, Stoke and Staffordshire.
Call 0300 456 4293
Email gambling@aquarius.org.uk
We’re here to support you, in a way that works for you.