The Broke Girl Society Podcast

In this episode, Christina interviews Paige Huskey about her journey through gambling addiction, her memoir 'The Ultimate Comeback,' and insights into recovery and stigma. They explore the emotional and societal challenges faced by women with gambling harm and in recovery.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsocietyEmail: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents):Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

Evive: An app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

The Evive Foundation:⁠ ⁠Created to provide resources where public funding or state infrastructure falls short. https://www.evivefoundation.org

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

BGS Resource Bookhttps://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFinFinancial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches HealthFind a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC DirectoryFind a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents)Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

Gamblers Anonymoushttps://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwidehttps://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetingshttps://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

CanadaResponsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Podcast SponsorsImportant NoteResources

Content note: This episode includes a brief mention of suicide. Please listen with care. If you need support in the United States or Canada, call or text 988.

In this episode, Gail F. celebrates six years away from gambling and shares how she rebuilt her life through honesty, connection, and perseverance. Today, Gail is an admin of The Broke Girl Society and hosts recovery meetings for both BGS and Evive, using her experience to help other women find hope and know they aren’t alone.

Gail’s story is a powerful reminder that healing is possible and that life after gambling can become more than we ever imagined.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsocietyEmail: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents). Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

Evive: An app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

The Evive Foundation: https://www.evivefoundation.org Created to provide resources where public funding or state infrastructure falls short.

Important Note

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

Resources

BGS Resource Book: https://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFin: Financial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches Health: Find a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC Directory: Find a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents). Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatment: https://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatment: https://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

Gamblers Anonymous: https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwide: https://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetings: https://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginnings: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGS: https://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathway: https://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Together: https://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Network: https://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Project: https://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Community: https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

Canada Responsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadians: https://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Support: https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

gambling addiction, recovery, mental health, support systems, personal growth, addiction recovery, mental health advocacy, peer support, living amends, resilience

BGS Shorts: Christina Cook shares her personal journey through gambling harm, emphasizing that recovery is a day-by-day process and offering hope to those struggling.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsocietyEmail: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents)Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

Evive: An app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

BGS Resource Book: https://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFin: Financial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches Health: Find a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC DirectoryFind a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents)Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

Gamblers Anonymoushttps://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwidehttps://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetingshttps://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

CanadaResponsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Podcast SponsorsImportant NoteResources
Women’s Gambling Recovery Support Outside the U.S.

Christina, Terra, Kitty, and Linda recap the 2026 National Conference on Problem Gambling in Nashville, Tennessee. Together, they share their experiences from the conference, reflect on the advocacy side of the gambling harm space, and discuss why people with lived experience must have a meaningful seat at the table alongside professionals, researchers, policymakers, advocates, and industry representatives.

The views shared in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of the organizations we work for, represent, or partner with.

We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is intended to encourage and support your recovery journey, but it is not a replacement for professional care.

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek support from a trained professional. In the United States, call or text 988 for immediate crisis support

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/
Helpful Resource Guide: ⁠https://bgs-media.com/resources/⁠Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsociety
Email: [email protected]

The Better Institute: Problem gambling support for Pennsylvania residents.
Where people go to get better.
https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

A free support platform designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.
https://getevive.com/

Helping make gambling support accessible to everyone, regardless of income, location, or insurance status.
https://www.theevivefoundation.org/

Since 2002, Nicasa has helped individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.
https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatment:
https://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatment:
https://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

Financial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. Available to U.S. residents.
https://www.gamfin.org/

Connect with a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.

Since 2002, Nicasa has helped individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.⁠https://nicasa.org/⁠

Adult Gambling Treatment:⁠https://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/⁠

Youth Gambling Treatment:⁠https://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/⁠

https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

Find a gambling certified professional.

https://ipggc.org/directory/

https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

https://gamblersinrecovery.com/

https://recoveryroadonline.com/

Betknowmore UK, New Beginnings
https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware and Breakeven, WINGS
https://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare, Women’s Pathway
https://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Together
https://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

Extern, Women’s Gambling Support Network
https://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

The Untangle Project
https://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online, Peer Support Community
https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

Responsible Gambling Council, Help for Canadians
https://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH, Problem Gambling Support
https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

In this episode, Tvonia shares her journey through gambling harm, recovery, and advocacy. She opens up about the early signs of compulsive gambling, the influence of gambling in media, and how her lived experience led her to build supportive communities and advocate for meaningful policy change.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsocietyEmail: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents)Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

EviveAn app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents)Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

BGS Resource Bookhttps://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFinFinancial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches HealthFind a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC DirectoryFind a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Gamblers Anonymoushttps://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwidehttps://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetingshttps://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

CanadaResponsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Podcast SponsorsImportant NoteResourcesWomen’s Gambling Recovery Support Outside the U.S.

Christina is joined by women from the BGS community as they share what they wish someone had told them in the early days of recovery from gambling harm.

Together, the women talk about the fear of beginning, the weight of shame, the belief that they were alone, and the relief of finally hearing someone else say, “Me too.” They also share how gambling became an escape from stress, caregiving, loneliness, grief, trauma, motherhood, hormones, relationships, and the pressure to hold everything together.

With voices ranging from one day bet free to nearly ten years in recovery, this conversation offers honesty, hope, and connection for anyone who is still gambling, newly stopping, or wondering if recovery is really possible.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/

Facebook Group: Https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsociety

Email: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents): Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

Evive: An app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents): Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatment: https://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

BGS Resource Bookhttps://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFinFinancial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches HealthFind a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC DirectoryFind a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Gamblers Anonymoushttps://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwidehttps://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetingshttps://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

CanadaResponsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Podcast SponsorsImportant NoteResourcesWomen’s Gambling Recovery Support Outside the U.S.

In this episode, Christina is joined by her friend Kitty for an honest conversation about what recovery from gambling harm can really look like beyond simply stopping the bet.

Together, they explore the different seasons of recovery, from those raw early days to the deeper work that comes later. They talk about the importance of community, finding support that fits, building daily practices, and learning how to move through triggers and setbacks with compassion instead of shame.

This conversation is a reminder that there is no one “right” way to recover. Healing is personal, recovery can evolve, and you do not have to figure it all out alone.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsociety

Email: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents)Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

EviveAn app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents)Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

BGS Resource Bookhttps://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFinFinancial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches HealthFind a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC DirectoryFind a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Gamblers Anonymoushttps://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwidehttps://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetingshttps://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

CanadaResponsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

In this episode, Bri shares her personal journey with gambling harm, including how it began, the struggles she faced, and the turning points that helped her seek recovery. She opens up about the impact gambling had on her finances, relationships, and mental health, while also reflecting on being raised around addiction and how those early experiences shaped her relationship with coping, escape, and healing.

Bri also discusses the challenges of navigating her own recovery while having a partner who still gambles, as well as the work she is doing around other behaviors, including marijuana use. Throughout the conversation, she speaks to the importance of resilience, support, honesty, and continuing to choose recovery one day at a time. Her story offers hope and encouragement to others who may be facing similar struggles.

#GamblingRecovery #WomenInRecovery #TheBrokeGirlSociety

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsocietyEmail: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents)Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

EviveAn app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents)Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

BGS Resource Bookhttps://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFinFinancial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches HealthFind a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC DirectoryFind a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Gamblers Anonymoushttps://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwidehttps://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetingshttps://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

CanadaResponsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Podcast SponsorsImportant NoteResourcesWomen’s Gambling Recovery Support Outside the U.S.

In this episode, Kim G shares her journey with gambling addiction, detailing her early experiences, the impact of secrecy and shame, and the turning point that led her to seek help. She discusses the importance of understanding emotional triggers, the role of safe spaces in recovery, and the design of gambling that can lead to addiction. Kim emphasizes the significance of support and resources in recovery, offering hope and encouragement to others facing similar struggles.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsocietyEmail: [email protected]

The Better Institute (PA residents)Where people go to get better.https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/

EviveAn app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey.https://GetEvive.com

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois residents)Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services.https://nicasa.org/

Adult Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/

Youth Gambling Treatmenthttps://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/

If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

BGS Resource Bookhttps://bgs-media.com/resources/

GamFinFinancial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)https://www.gamfin.org/

Birches HealthFind a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home.https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety

IPGGC DirectoryFind a gambling-certified therapist.https://ipggc.org/directory/

Gamblers Anonymoushttps://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

24/7 Meetings Worldwidehttps://gamblersinrecovery.com/

Recovery Road Online Meetingshttps://recoveryroadonline.com/

UKBetknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

IrelandExtern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

AustraliaThe Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

CanadaResponsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Podcast SponsorsImportant NoteResourcesWomen’s Gambling Recovery Support Outside the U.S.

In this episode of The Broke Girl Society Podcast, Christina sits down with Liz Thielen, who joins on behalf of Nicasa, to talk about the powerful intersection of lived experience, professional work, and recovery support in the gambling space.

Liz shares her personal story of how gambling became woven into family, identity, loss, trauma, and adrenaline, and how even working in the addiction field did not protect her from developing harmful gambling behaviors. Together, Christina and Liz explore the difference between abstinence and recovery, the role of shame, the importance of women-centered recovery spaces, and why softer, curiosity-based support can be so impactful.

They also talk about the gaps that still exist in the broader addiction field, the importance of gambling-specific training for clinicians, how technology is changing both gambling and recovery, and why support needs to be more accessible, individualized, and compassionate.

Connect with Christina Cook and The Broke Girl Society

Christina Cook is the founder of The Broke Girl Society, a recovery-focused community and platform supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Website: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebrokegirlsocietyEmail: [email protected]

PODCAST SPONSORS:

The Better Institute (PA Residents) Where people go to get better. ⁠https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/⁠

Evive An app designed to help you better understand your relationship with gambling and support your recovery journey. ⁠GetEvive.com⁠

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services (Illinois Residents) Since 2002, Nicasa has been helping individuals in Illinois address gambling behaviors through awareness, outreach, and treatment services. Learn more at ⁠N-I-C-A-S-A.org⁠

• Adult Gambling Treatment ⁠https://nicasa.org/program/adult-gambling-treatment/⁠

• Youth Gambling Treatment ⁠https://nicasa.org/program/youth-gambling-treatment/⁠

**Important note: If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self-harm, please seek the help of trained professionals. We speak only from our own experiences. This podcast is meant to encourage and support your recovery journey, not replace professional care.

Resources:

BGS Resource Book ⁠https://bgs-media.com/resources/⁠

GamFin Financial counseling with professionals who understand the impact gambling can have on your financial health and goals. (U.S. residents only)⁠ ⁠https://www.gamfin.org/⁠⁠

Birches Health Find a certified gambling therapist through telehealth and attend sessions from the comfort of your home. ⁠https://bircheshealth.com/brokegirlsociety⁠

IPGGC: https://ipggc.org/directory/ Find a gambling certified therapist

Gamblers Anonymous ⁠https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/⁠

24/7 Meetings Worldwide ⁠https://gamblersinrecovery.com/⁠

Recovery Road Online Meetings ⁠https://recoveryroadonline.com/⁠

Women’s gambling recovery support outside the U.S.:

UK

Betknowmore UK – New Beginningshttps://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

GambleAware / Breakeven – WINGShttps://www.gambleaware.org/tools-and-support/support-in-your-area/service-finder-results/wings-women-in-need-of-gambling-support/

GamCare – Women’s Pathwayhttps://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/womens-pathway/

Thrivin’ Togetherhttps://www.thrivintogether.org.uk/

Ireland

Extern – Women’s Gambling Support Networkhttps://www.extern.org/our-services/problem-gambling/women-s-gambling-support-network

Australia

The Untangle Projecthttps://www.theuntangleprojectaus.net/

Gambling Help Online – Peer Support Communityhttps://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/tools-resources/join-community

Canada

Responsible Gambling Council – Help for Canadianshttps://responsiblegambling.org/for-the-public/problem-gambling-help/help-for-canadians/

CAMH – Problem Gambling Supporthttps://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling