SUPPORT FOR YOUR NEXT STEP
Gambling & Internet Concerns
Find a balance that works for you.
When gaming or internet use is affecting your wellbeing, relationships, work, school, or daily responsibilities, MHASO can help you explore what is happening and the changes you would like to make.
Begin with a confidential online intake.
confidential counselling
Support shaped around your goals
In-person, virtual & phone options
HOW WE CAN HELP
Start with what matters to you.
Gaming and time online can be enjoyable and meaningful. If a pattern is becoming difficult to manage, you can talk about its impact without needing to label it first.
Gaming habits
Explore difficulty stopping or taking breaks, gaming longer than you intended, or conflict about play. Talk about what gaming gives you and what it may be getting in the way of.
Internet & screen use
Talk about scrolling, streaming, browsing, or checking your phone when it feels hard to step away. Explore how these habits fit with your relationships, wellbeing, and responsibilities.
Practical steps toward balance
Identify patterns and triggers, explore manageable boundaries, and make room for other activities and connections. Work toward changes that reflect your needs and everyday life.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Care that fits
your circumstances.
Our intake team can help clarify your options and connect you with an appropriate clinician.
Appointment options
Ask about current in-person, virtual, and phone availability. Options depend on the service and clinician. Our office is at 1489 Merivale Road, Unit 200, Ottawa.
Fees & coverage
Standard 50-minute sessions are currently $165. Services are not covered by OHIP. Extended health benefits may reimburse eligible care, and NIHB coverage may apply for First Nations and Inuit clients. Confirm coverage before booking.
Counselling services
MHASO provides outpatient counselling. We do not offer inpatient treatment or withdrawal management. Our FAQ has information about these services and community resources.