Get your life back
Schedule a Free, Confidential Assessment
If gambling is starting to impact your finances, relationships, or peace of mind, this is your next step. Our experienced team will walk you through a no-pressure, no-cost assessment to help you understand what’s happening and what kind of support may be right for you. You don’t have to figure it out alone — we’re here to help.
THE VANGUARD PROGRAM
Whole-Person Care for Gambling and Mental Health Recovery
At Vanguard, we understand that gambling addiction rarely exists in isolation. Our residential program is designed to address gambling disorder along with co-occurring mental health and medical needs. Every person receives a tailored treatment plan grounded in clinical care, compassion, and the 12 Steps.
Addiction Support Services
Our supportive services include therapeutic recreation and yoga to encourage movement and emotional release. Grief support and spiritual care help clients process loss and reconnect with a sense of purpose. We also offer mindful creativity workshops as a way to explore recovery through art, music, and personal expression.
Clinical Services
Our clinical services include both individual and group therapy, where participants explore the roots of their gambling behavior and develop healthier coping strategies. Psycho-educational workshops help build insight and understanding, while mindfulness, meditation, and practical skills training offer real-world tools for day-to-day stability. We also provide targeted education around parenting, relationships, and long-term recovery strategies.
Mental Health Services
Each client receives a licensed psychological evaluation to support an accurate, personalized care plan. We offer evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), designed to reduce distress and promote emotional regulation. For added flexibility and access, psychiatric telehealth is available, along with alpha stimulation therapy to assist with anxiety and sleep challenges.
Medical Services
Medical care at Vanguard includes thorough health evaluations and on-site consultations as needed. We incorporate hydrotherapy and alpha stimulation treatments for physical and mental well-being. For clients who need support discontinuing substances, we provide detox and withdrawal management under medical supervision.
GAMBLING DISORDER INFORMATION
Understanding the Problem Is the First Step Toward Recovery
Gambling disorder is often misunderstood, hidden behind shame, stress, or financial secrecy. Our team is here to answer your questions with compassion and expertise. Whether you’re exploring treatment or simply want to learn more, we’ll meet you where you are.
ABOUT US
The Vanguard Center for Gambling Recovery is one of the few residential programs in the country built specifically for people who feel trapped in the maze of problem gambling.
We help men and women, age 18 and older, stop walking in circles and start finding the path forward. With a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan, each individual learns how to interrupt the cycle of chasing losses, regain clarity, and rebuild their lives — step by step.
Located on our Granite Falls Main Campus, Vanguard offers a safe, quiet environment to step out of the noise and into healing. While the program operates independently from alcohol and drug recovery services, patients benefit from full access to our campus resources — including medical support, withdrawal management, mental health care, and wellness services.
At Vanguard, we don’t just help you stop gambling. We help you find your way out of the maze — and walk into something new.
Your Recovery Plan Starts with You
Every person who comes to Vanguard receives a personalized treatment plan built around their unique needs. From assessment to aftercare, our program integrates therapy, health services, and daily structure to support long-term recovery from gambling disorder.
What to Expect on Day One
You’ll meet your care team, complete your assessments, and begin building your treatment plan. We look at everything: mental health, physical health, nutrition, finances, and family history.
Tailored to Gambling Recovery
We specialize in gambling disorder. Our program blends proven therapies like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and the 12 Steps with financial counseling and coping skills training.
Support Beyond the Individual
Family participation is encouraged. We offer family recovery programming, plus telehealth options when distance makes in-person visits difficult.
More Than Just Talk Therapy
Your day includes mindfulness, physical wellness, recreation, and structured routines that promote healing of the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.
Integrated Medical Services
You’ll have access to medical staff, withdrawal management, nutritional planning, and holistic support from a team that includes nurses, a dietitian, and a fitness trainer.
You’re Not Alone After Discharge
We build a detailed aftercare plan with you. That includes alumni support, relapse prevention tools, and ongoing connection to your care team if needed.
