Jan 22, 2018 | Counselors, Training
“Kathy” had been doing well in her recovery from gambling addiction, having abstained for a dozen years with only occasional fleeting thoughts about gambling. But when a workplace assault created new trauma and awakened old feelings from previous traumatic...
Aug 17, 2016 | Counselors, Recent Northstar Posts, Training
Jack Rivall, who is earning his license as a drug and alcohol counselor, received a scholarship from Northstar to attend the annual conference of the National Council on Problem Gambling in Tarrytown, NY, on July 14-15. Jack shared his thoughts about the experience. I...
Aug 1, 2016 | Counselors, Gambling Help Providers, Minnesota Problem Gambling, Recent Northstar Posts, Training
The state of Minnesota continues to have a need for gambling counselors. In fact, there are fewer state-certified gambling counselors than there were five years ago. To become a gambling counselor in Minnesota, one must be a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, mental...
Jun 4, 2015 | Counselors, Gambling Help, Recent Northstar Posts, Training
Northstar will be hosting a free live webcast on Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT). The training will cover screening for gambling problems, motivational prelude to engagement and participation in behavior change process and, if...
