4433 North 19th Avenue suite 203, Phoenix, AZ 85015, USA
Toll Free: 1-833-404-9526 Local: 480-203-2660
Arizona Problem Gambling Peer Support Program
You Are Not Alone. Recovery is Possible. If gambling is affecting your life, finances, or relationships, help is here. The Arizona Peer Support Program connects you with a trained Peer Support Specialist—someone with personal recovery experience—for guidance and support on your path forward.
How Peer Support Works
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM PEER SUPPORT
Our peer support services are built on a foundation of shared experience, respect, and practical guidance. Here’s how we walk alongside you.
Core Elements of Our Service:
▶ One-on-One Support: Private sessions tailored to your specific goals, needs, and recovery journey.
▶ Group Support Meetings: Connect with others on similar paths in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
▶ Resource Navigation: Get personalized help accessing community resources for housing, employment, finances, and wellness.
▶ A Non-Judgmental Space: Our priority is providing a confidential environment where you can speak openly, without shame or stigma.
Our Approach: Lived Experience, Professional Support
Every Peer Support Specialist on our team is an individual in sustained recovery who has completed rigorous, state-approved certification training. We believe in the power of shared understanding.
Our specialists are here to:
▶ Listen deeply to your story.
▶ Share practical strategies and insights from their own journeys.
▶ Walk alongside you with empathy—not to judge or dictate your path.
We meet you where you are, supporting your goals for wellness and recovery.
Our Services: Designed for Accessibility
We meet you where you are—literally. To serve all Arizonans, we offer three ways to connect:
📞 By Phone
Private, convenient support from anywhere in Arizona. Toll-free during business hours.
💻 Virtual Video Sessions
Face-to-face connection from the comfort of your home. Secure and confidential.
📍 In-Person Meetings
Available in Phoenix and other major Arizona cities. Safe, private, and welcoming locations.
For Family & Friends
Problem gambling affects entire families. If you're feeling stressed, confused, or hurt by a loved one's gambling, support is available. Our peers can help you:
• Understand gambling problems and its impacts.
• Set healthy boundaries.
• Find support for yourself.
• Learn how to best support your loved one's recovery.
About Our Peer Support Specialists
About Our Peer Support Specialists
Our team members are more than just trained professionals—they’re people who have walked a similar path.
Every Peer Specialist Must:
1. Have personal lived experience (minimum 2 years in recovery).
2. Complete state-approved certification program.
3. Receive ongoing clinical supervision from ICGC-II or TAP Certified supervisors.
4. Adhere to strict ethical guidelines and boundaries.
Arizona Self-Exclusion
About Our Peer Support Specialists
We provide information and support for Arizona’s Self-Exclusion Program, which allows individuals to voluntarily ban themselves from gambling establishments.
Our peers can help you navigate the application process and develop a personal support plan during your exclusion period.
Resources & Information
Resources & Information
Is It a Problem? Common Signs:
• Gambling more than you can afford.
• Lying about gambling or hiding it from others.
• Chasing losses or thinking constantly about gambling.
• Neglecting work, family, or responsibilities.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Contacting us is free, and confidential.
📞 Call Our Toll-Free Line 1-833-404-9526
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm MST
Voicemail: Returned within 1 business day
✉️ Send Us an Email
📨Send Us a Message
Use our contact form, and a member of our team will respond within 24 hours.
What Happens After You Contact Us?
1. Brief Conversation: A confidential chat about what you’re looking for.
2. Personal Match: We’ll pair you with the right Peer Support Specialist.
3. Your Journey Begins: Start sessions or groups—on your terms.
Arizona Department of Gaming
This program is funded by the Arizona Department of Gaming, Division of Problem Gambling.
Problem Gambling Peer Support Program is administered by Dezerve Counseling LLC © 2025 Arizona Problem Gambling Peer Support Program.
