Training Calendar
Discover educational events from across the country, conducted by prominent leaders, researchers, clinicians and advocates representing a broad spectrum of communities and backgrounds.
All events below, unless otherwise indicated, are listed in Eastern Time (ET).
Stage I: Gambling, Problem Gambling, and Ohio’s Service System
04-01-2026
10:00 AM
Schedule: This virtual training will run on Wednesday, April 1 – Friday, April 3, 2026. Each day the session will run from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST, with a 1-hour break from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. All three days will have 4 hours of content, totaling 12 hours.
Course Description: Stage I provides 12 continuing education hours of gambling specific education that will increase participants’ knowledge and understanding of the current climate of gambling and gambling expansion, problem gambling risks and warning signs, at-risk populations and co-morbidities of problem gambling with substance abuse and mental illness.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will understand problem gambling definitions and current statistics
Participants will recognize current trends and dates specific to Ohio’s gambling and gaming landscape
Participants will learn the risks and warning signs of problematic gambling
Participants will understand comorbidities of gambling addiction, substance abuse, and mental illness
Participants will become familiar with screening tools to identify gambling addiction
Participants will become familiar with support services and available resources
Who Should Attend: Treatment professionals looking to specialize in treating gambling disorder
Cost: $50
Continuing Education:
12.0 CEUs are available for this training which can be used toward obtaining the GAMB Endorsement through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Board or towards becoming a counselor qualified to treat gambling disorder through the Ohio Social Worker, Counselor, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board.
Problem Gambling Network of Ohio is an approved continuing education provider through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board, the Ohio Counselor, Social Work, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board, and the International Problem Gambling and Gaming Certification Organization.
Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board Subject Areas:
P2: 4.75 HRS; P3: 1.25 HRS; P6: 3.5 HRS; PR1: 2.5 HRS
C1: 5.75 HRS; C2: 1.0 HR; C3: 0.5 HRS; C4: 1.25 HRS; C7: 1.25 HRS
G1: 3.25 HRS; G2: 4.75 HRS; G3: 2.5 HRS; G4: 1.5 HRS
Lead Trainers: Claire Spada, OCPC, ICPS & Olivia Burris CDCA
Claire Spada is the Director of Workforce Development for PGNO. She has over 15 years of experience working in the prevention field in varying capacities and is an Ohio Certified Prevention Consultant. She has a passion for educating others on issues that can greatly impact their lives including drug, alcohol, and gambling prevention, coping with emotions in a positive way, and empowering young people in leadership roles. In her current role, Claire provides gambling funds guidance and support for Boards and Providers, oversees PGNO education and trainings, and manages community prevention programming.
Olivia Burris is the Intake Coordinator for Ohio Gambling Telehealth Network. She helps clients navigate the gambling support service system and connects them with local resources. She is passionate about helping those in need in her personal and professional life and spends time volunteering with individuals in recovery from substance use.
After strong interest and engagement in 2024, this popular “Ask Me Anything” session is back by request!
Have you ever wondered what happens on a call to the National Problem Gambling Helpline? In this live AMA event, Valerie Tebbetts, IGRS, BARA, a helpline operator from the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network, will provide insights and answer questions about the call experience – from the first point of contact to how privacy is protected and callers are connected to local treatment, and recovery resources. Participants will leave with a clearer picture of what callers experience and how the helpline provides 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
The National Council on Problem Gambling, in collaboration with key partners and researchers from the Omni Institute, analyzed three years of National Problem Gambling Helpline™ data to identify key trends in help-seeking behavior. This webinar will present findings from the analysis, which reviewed traffic patterns, contact volume and modality, demographics, and other indicators.
Presenters will explore key emerging trends, including shifts in demand, evolving access pathways, and the influence of policy and market changes, such as the expansion of online sports betting. These insights will be used to inform ongoing efforts to strengthen service quality, and alignment between states, providers, and partners in addressing emerging needs.
Price: Free for members, $59 for non-members
CE’s Available: There are no CE’s available for this webinar
Focus on the Future is the largest and longest-standing conference on problem gambling awareness in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2007, Focus on the Future brings together an incredible mixture of compelling speakers – experts from across the country and around the world – and opportunities to network and learn from colleagues in the field. It is a place where you can exchange your ideas, experiences, and knowledge to become a collective voice in raising awareness and developing programs and services that have the greatest positive impact.
Join Kim Freudenberg, the mother of a young person impacted by gambling addiction, for an open conversation about what it means to support a child through gambling-related harm. Drawing from her lived experience, Kim will share insights into the emotional, financial, and relational impacts gambling addiction can have on parents and caregivers. This interactive Ask Me Anything session will explore the realities of recognizing harm, navigating treatment and recovery systems, advocating for appropriate care, and seeking support as a loved one, with attendees encouraged to bring questions and engage in a candid dialogue centered on the parent experience.
This NCPG member-exclusive webinar will provide an opportunity for members to meet the candidates running in the 2026 NCPG Board of Directors election.
Stage II: Applications and Approaches in Treating Gambling Disorder
05-06-2026
10:00 AM
Prerequisite: Stage I: Gambling, Problem Gambling, and Ohio’s Service System or 12 hours of gambling-specific education required
Schedule: This virtual training will run on Wednesday, May 6 – Friday, May 8. Each day the session will run from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST with a 1-hour break from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Each day will consist of 4 hours of content totaling 12 hours.
Course description: This workshop builds on the Stage I training, aimed at conceptualization, treatment planning and treatment delivery for those presenting with problem gambling and gambling disorder. Best practice models of care for gambling issues will be reviewed. The workshop will be interactive, with large and small group exercises aimed at increasing competencies for gambling treatment.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will learn assessment tools and protocols designed specifically for gambling treatment
Participants will learn culturally sensitive treatment protocols designed for treating gambling and reducing gambling harm
Participants will review potential ethical dilemmas when working with clients presenting with gambling issues
Who Should Attend: Treatment professionals looking to specialize in treating gambling disorder
Cost: $50
Continuing Education:
12.0 CEUs are available for this training which can be used toward obtaining the GAMB Endorsement through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Board or towards becoming a counselor qualified to treat gambling disorder through the Ohio Social Worker, Counselor, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board.
Problem Gambling Network of Ohio is an approved continuing education provider through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board, the Ohio Counselor, Social Work, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board, and the International Problem Gambling and Gaming Certification Organization.
Lead Trainers: Jesse Wodrig, MBA, LCDCIII-GAMB, OCPSA and Katrina Arroyo, M.Ed., LPCC, LICDC-GAMB
Jesse Wodrig is the Director of Clinical Programs for PGNO. Jesse has worked in the treatment services field for 10 years primarily working with clients living with substance use disorders. He has both direct service and administrative experience in this field. Starting in 2020, he started trainings to build competency to assist clients living with gambling disorders, and this has become his primary professional interest. As the Director of Clinical Programs, Jesse heads efforts to connect clients to telehealth services for assistance in treating gambling disorders while also facilitating occasional trainings.
Katrina Arroyo, M.Ed, LPCC, LICDC-GAMB, ICGC-I earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kent State University in 2017. With a strong foundation in behavioral health, Katrina has developed a specialized focus on problem gambling. She currently serves as the Manager of Clinical Programs at the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio, where she supports statewide efforts to expand access to quality gambling treatment, training, and clinical support.
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NCPG’s Agility Grants initiative, generously funded by the NFL via the NFL Foundation, provides structured funding to communities to empower and implement problem gambling prevention programs. This session will explore the program’s origins, design principles, and evaluation approach, identifying strategies for scaling, measuring, and sustaining prevention initiatives across diverse populations. Attendees will gain practical strategies for building, growing, and evaluating prevention programs that align with evidence-based practices and advance public health goals.
This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required. There are no CE’s available for this webinar.
Stage III: Introduction to the Roles of Family and Finances in Treating Gambling Disorder
06-04-2026
09:00 AM
Prerequisite: Stage I: Gambling, Problem Gambling, and Ohio’s Service System or 12 hours of gambling-specific education required
Schedule: This virtual training will run on Thursday, June 4 and Friday, June 5. Each day, the session will run from 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM ET with a 15-minute break. Each day will consist of 3 hours of content totaling 6 hours.
Course description:
Clinicians seeking to provide treatment for gambling disorders may find themselves addressing areas unique to problem gambling, such as financial management or the impact family members can have on recovery. This advanced clinical training provides clinicians with the education and tools they need to competently address family and/or finances in treatment planning.
In this workshop participants will explore family structure, the impact that gambling can have on family, as well as how to engage family members in the treatment process. Additionally, participants will explore their own personal and cultural attitudes about money as well as the role of money in the treatment and recovery from problem gambling. This workshop is experiential and didactic.
Learning Objectives:
Understand how involving family in gambling treatment can impact outcomes
Learn about the impact of gambling on family members and how to engage them in the treatment process
Increase awareness of our own beliefs and biases about money as it impacts a clinician’s work with clients
Understand the roles that money and money mindsets play in the treatment and recovery from problem gambling
Identify the best ways to clinically address issues of money in the treatment and recovery of our problem gambling clients
Who Should Attend: Treatment professionals looking to specialize in treating gambling disorder
Cost: $40
Continuing Education:
6.0 CEUs are available for this training which can be used toward obtaining the GAMB Endorsement through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Board or towards becoming a counselor qualified to treat gambling disorder through the Ohio Social Worker, Counselor, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board.
Problem Gambling Network of Ohio is an approved continuing education provider through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board, the Ohio Counselor, Social Work, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board, and the International Problem Gambling and Gaming Certification Organization.
Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board Subject Areas:
No prevention continuing education hours are available for this training.
C2: 1.5 hours; C5: 2.25 hours; C8: 1.0 hours; C9: 1.25 hours
G2: 4.0 hours; G3: 0.5 hours; G4: 1.5 hours
Lead Trainer: Nan Franks, M.A., LPC-S, LICDC-CS-GAMB
Nan Franks has worked in community and behavioral health for over 40 years. Her professional work has focused on addictive illness and its effect on individuals, families and community. She was a co-founder a model of rapid response to overdose survivors referred to as the Quick Response Team (QRT) model.
Her clinical service expertise includes family counseling, recovery support and intervention. She has provided training all over the country focused on addiction, families, counseling skills, trauma and codependency. She is a Ramsey Solutions Certified Financial Coach and helps everyday people manage finances and create wealth. In addition, she has authored three books on professional ethics for behavioral health service providers.
Ms. Franks has a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Kalamazoo College and a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Cincinnati. She is trained in the Johnson Institute, Love First, Arise, and CRAFT approaches to intervention. She continues to enjoy learning and expanding her understanding of community problems and solutions.
She is a graduate of the Ohio Problem Gambling Fellowship and the Advanced Fellowship.
