PGAM Events Calendar
Discover PGAM events from across the country!
Course Description: As gambling opportunities continue to expand, concerns about problem and disordered gambling have become an increasingly important issue for the behavioral health field. Behavioral health professionals and provider agencies are uniquely positioned to respond to this growing societal challenge, yet many are unsure how to begin. This training explores why gambling-related harm matters to behavioral health and how agencies can build the capacity to effectively serve individuals, families, and communities impacted by gambling.
The session will begin with an environmental scan of today’s gambling landscape and its implications for community well-being. Participants will gain an overview of practical entry points for agencies new to providing gambling-related services, including foundational program development considerations and early-stage service models. The training will also highlight core engagement strategies and clinical skills to support clients experiencing gambling-related harms.
Learning Objectives:
- Participants will learn methods to engage with clients regarding gambling-related harm through screening, discussions, and education.
- Participants will recognize challenges incorporating a new service at an agency and how to overcome anticipated barriers.
- Participants will understand the importance of advocating for those impacted by gambling including agency messaging acknowledging gambling-related harm and promoting staff and personnel awareness of problem and disordered gambling.
Continuing Education: 1.5 Supervision CEUs are available for this training.
Who Should Attend: Treatment professionals that oversee gambling treatment services
Presenters:
Mike Rosen, LPCC-S, ICGC-I
Mike is a licensed professional clinical counselor with supervision designation. He has spent the last 15 years in the field of addiction treatment and co-occurring disorders. He is currently working in a private practice setting helping individuals deepen insights to addiction tendencies. He received a Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling from Xavier University and has received advanced training in the treatment of gambling disorder. He has provided gambling-specific trainings at the state and local levels, and provides supervision for PGNO’s Supervision Cohorts.
Jesse Wodrig, MBA, LCDCIII-GAMB, ICGC-I, OCPSA
Jesse Wodrig is currently the Director of Clinical Programs at Problem Gambling Network of Ohio (PGNO). He is involved in the coordination and delivery of services through Ohio Gambling Telehealth Network, Warm Transfer available through the Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline, and clinical training offered by PGNO. Prior to joining PGNO, Jesse had worked in areas including case management, counseling, and administration in the substance use disorder services field.
Gambling and technology are inextricably intertwined. From the earliest printed playing cards to the latest online casino, gambling drives and is driven by technology. Every advance in gambling technology has both positive and negative impacts. Join Keith Whyte, a 30 year veteran in the responsible gambling field, for an engaging and interactive discussion of these cutting edge issues. He will discuss how AI is being used to both target gamblers and to mitigate harm. Keith will explain how technology has fueled the rapid rise of prediction markets- the newest form of online risk-taking-which has similarities and differences to both stock trading and sports betting. And he will engage with attendees on ways to shape gambling policy at the state and national level to better balance the costs and benefits of technology to promote responsible gambling and protect public health.
Nebraska Council on Problem Gambling and University of Nebraska-Lincoln representatives will be available to give problem gambling screenings, along with information about problem gambling prevention, treatment, as well as responsible gaming information.
This FREE event will focus on:
-Pennsylvania gaming regulatory updates
-The scope and impact of online gambling in Pennsylvania
-Common co-morbidities that exist with gambling disorder
-The value of lived experience in raising awareness
-Risk factors among college students and student-athletes
-Available help and resources in Pennsylvania
Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a time to foster open, informed dialogue and challenge misconceptions about gambling-related harm. In this AMA, Andrew J. Schreier, International Certified Gambling Counselor and host of the “Talking Addiction & Recovery” podcast will explore how problem gambling stigma creates both individual and systemic barriers; from cultural norms that discourage help-seeking to systems that overlook gambling in screening, healthcare, and policy. We’ll discuss how stigma shows up in everyday language, interactions, and institutions; the ways family members, workplaces, healthcare professionals, and community systems can unintentionally reinforce silence; and what practical steps we can all take to create a more compassionate environment where people feel safe seeking support.
Price: This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required
CE’s Available: There are no CE’s available for this webinar
Attend Screens & Screens, a free movie event supporting Problem Gambling Awareness Month with screenings and giveaways.
Screens & Screens: Raising Awareness, one Screen at a Time.
Join us as we kick off Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March with Screens & Screens, a community event designed to raise awareness and spark meaningful conversations about the importance of recognizing problem gambling in Illinois.
Your free ticket includes:
Admission to a newly released feature film (title announced closer to the event date)
A complimentary soda
Popcorn to enjoy during the show
To receive your free ticket, simply complete a quick problem gambling screener.
Arrive a few minutes early to complete it on-site the day of the event.
Enjoy the movie!
Optional Costume Contest!
Dress as your favorite Hollywood figure from any era for a chance to win exciting prizes. Giveaways and contest awards will be handed out during the event—so get creative and have fun with your look!
Screens & Screens brings the community together to highlight the signs of problem gambling, share local resources, and encourage open dialogue. Whether you’re coming for the movie, the mission, or both, your participation supports greater awareness and healthier conversations across Illinois.
Come for the screen time. Stay for the awareness—and maybe even take home a prize!
We hope to see you there!
This event was brought to you in partnership by the Nicasa, Healthcare Alternative Systems, Illinois Council on Problem Gambling, Cicero Family Service, Way Back Inn, Family Guidance Centers, and Gateway Foundation.
Photography and video recording may occur during this event. By registering for or attending this event, you grant permission for your image, likeness, and/or voice to be captured and used in photographs or recordings for promotional, educational, or marketing purposes without compensation. Please note: This is a 17+ event and Spanish translation will be available.
Nebraska Council on Problem Gambling will have a table set in the Nebraska State Capitol Rotunda with problem gambling screening and prevention information, along with resources for treatment and PGAM proclamations from across the state on display.
Nebraska Council on Problem Gambling representatives will be available to give problem gambling screenings, along with information about problem gambling prevention, treatment, as well as responsible gaming information.
The 2026 New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) Annual Conference celebrates the power of collaboration, innovation, and dedication with the theme: “Champions of Change: Addressing Gambling Harms Together. NYCPG invites you to Albany, NY March 10-12th, 2026.
Across the field, partners and community members are creating a meaningful impact and building stronger pathways for prevention, treatment, recovery, wellness, and community support. This event is an opportunity to infuse an awareness of gambling harms with a focus on expanding supports and services across New York State. Connect with champions who are driving progress, learn new strategies and solutions, and build your professional toolkit in meaningful and practical ways.
National Gambling Disorder Screening Day – FREE gambling screenings available 9am-3pm by calling 217-258-6018 or by visiting 513 N 13th Street, Mattoon, IL 61938
