Problem Gambling Helplines by State
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The national helpline (1-800-522-4700) is always available, but many states also run their own problem gambling councils with dedicated helplines, local treatment referrals, and free counseling programs. The table below lists the primary contact for each state. There are no affiliate links on this page.
If you're unsure where to start, call the national helpline — counselors can connect you with your state's specific programs.
| State | Helpline | Text | Council / Agency | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama (AL) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Alabama Council on Compulsive Gambling | Visit → |
| Alaska (AK) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Alaska Council on Prevention of Alcohol & Drug Abuse | Visit → |
| Arizona (AZ) | 1-800-NEXT-STEP | Text NEXT-STEP to 53342 | Arizona Office of Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Arkansas (AR) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Arkansas Lottery Commission | Visit → |
| California (CA) | 1-800-GAMBLER | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | California Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Colorado (CO) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado | Visit → |
| Connecticut (CT) | 1-888-789-7777 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Delaware (DE) | 1-888-850-8888 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Delaware Council on Gambling Problems | Visit → |
| District of Columbia (DC) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | National Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Florida (FL) | 1-888-ADMIT-IT | Text ADMIT-IT to 321-978-0555 | Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling | Visit → |
| Georgia (GA) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Georgia Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Hawaii (HI) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | National Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Idaho (ID) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Idaho Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Illinois (IL) | 1-800-GAMBLER | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Illinois Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Indiana (IN) | 1-800-994-8448 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Indiana Problem Gambling Awareness Program | Visit → |
| Iowa (IA) | 1-800-BETS-OFF | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Iowa Gambling Treatment Program | Visit → |
| Kansas (KS) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Kansas Responsible Gambling Alliance | Visit → |
| Kentucky (KY) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Kentucky Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Louisiana (LA) | 1-877-770-STOP | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling | Visit → |
| Maine (ME) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Maine Office of Behavioral Health | Visit → |
| Maryland (MD) | 1-800-GAMBLER | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Massachusetts (MA) | 1-800-426-1234 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health | Visit → |
| Michigan (MI) | 1-800-270-7117 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Michigan Association on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Minnesota (MN) | 1-800-333-HOPE | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Minnesota State Gambling Control Board | Visit → |
| Mississippi (MS) | 1-888-777-9696 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Mississippi Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Missouri (MO) | 1-888-BETS-OFF | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Missouri Alliance to Curb Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Montana (MT) | 1-888-900-9979 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Montana Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Nebraska (NE) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Nebraska Commission on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Nevada (NV) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Nevada Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| New Hampshire (NH) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | New Hampshire Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| New Jersey (NJ) | 1-800-GAMBLER | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Council on Compulsive Gambling of NJ | Visit → |
| New Mexico (NM) | 1-800-572-1142 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Dept. | Visit → |
| New York (NY) | 1-877-8-HOPENY | Text HOPENY to 467369 | NYS Office of Addiction Services & Supports | Visit → |
| North Carolina (NC) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | North Carolina Problem Gambling Program | Visit → |
| North Dakota (ND) | 1-800-472-2911 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | ND Dept. of Human Services | Visit → |
| Ohio (OH) | 1-800-589-9966 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Ohio for Responsible Gambling | Visit → |
| Oklahoma (OK) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Oklahoma Association for Problem & Compulsive Gambling | Visit → |
| Oregon (OR) | 1-877-MY-LIMIT | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Oregon Problem Gambling Services | Visit → |
| Pennsylvania (PA) | 1-800-GAMBLER | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Council on Compulsive Gambling of PA | Visit → |
| Rhode Island (RI) | 1-877-942-6253 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Rhode Island Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| South Carolina (SC) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | National Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| South Dakota (SD) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | SD Dept. of Social Services | Visit → |
| Tennessee (TN) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Tennessee REDLINE | Visit → |
| Texas (TX) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Texas Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Utah (UT) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | National Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Vermont (VT) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Vermont Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Virginia (VA) | 1-888-532-3500 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Virginia Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Washington (WA) | 1-800-547-6133 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| West Virginia (WV) | 1-800-GAMBLER | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | West Virginia Lottery | Visit → |
| Wisconsin (WI) | 1-800-GAMBLE-5 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling | Visit → |
| Wyoming (WY) | 1-800-522-4700 | Text HELP to 800-522-4700 | Wyoming Dept. of Health | Visit → |
About This Data
Helpline numbers and council information were compiled from state government websites, the NCPG state affiliate directory, and individual state gaming commission resources. States without a dedicated problem gambling helpline route through the national helpline at 1-800-522-4700.
If you notice an outdated number or incorrect link, please let us know so we can update it promptly.
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