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Gina 402-515-7412
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I am looking for a student working toward a master degree in Human Service, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field of study to facilitate a Financial Peace University class. There will be no pay, but there will be an opportunity to learn some about gambling treatment from me and to facilitate a financial discussion with individuals attending this class. All materials will be supplied for this individuals use. Please send any students my way who may be interested in this as part of a practicum, internship or volunteer experience.
Thanks, Gina 402-515-7412 ginafricke@peaceandpowercounseling.com This workshop is intended to provide compulsive gambling
counselors, behavioral health and addictions professionals with a basic understanding about how to use harm reduction as an intervention strategy in their work with those who want to decrease the consequences of their behavior or addiction but do not want to stop completely. Harm reduction allows the professional to develop the relationship with the client that is necessary to facilitate long term change and helps the client learn for him or herself that he or she can or can not limit his or her behavior or addiction. Examples will be based on the facilitator’s work with gamblers but this harm reduction model is transferable to many other addictions and/or compulsive behaviors. http://www.lmep.com/Portals/9/Harm%20Reduction%20-%20Aug.pdf This workshop is intended to provide compulsive gambling
counselors, behavioral health and addictions professionals with a basic understanding about how to work with family members of gamblers in the practice of counseling. Since gamblers are 3% of the populations and they impact on average 10 other people each, it follows that almost every clinician will have one or more clients on their caseload that has been impacted by gambling. For this reason this training will benefit those Human Service Professionals serving in the addiction, gambling, mental health, case management, social work, vocational rehabilitation and justice fields. http://www.lmep.com/Portals/9/Collateral%20Damage%20-%20Aug.pdf Peace and Power Counseling will have a booth at this weekend's upcoming Omaha Health Expo at the Century Link Center. It will run on April 14 and 15, Saturday hours are 10am to 5pm and Sunday hours are 10am to 4pm. Please stop by and say hi.
National Problem Gambling Awareness Week: March 4-12, 2012
Washington, DC – Gambling has become a popular activity for people of many ages – and seniors are no exceptions. Like the rest of the population, most older adults can enjoy gambling as a form of recreation and social engagement. However, others may become problem gamblers. Problem gambling, also known as gambling addiction or compulsive gambling, is defined as the urge to gamble despite harmful negative consequences or a desire to stop. It’s estimated that 1-4 percent of the population is at risk for developing gambling problems. Virtually anyone – men or women, young or old, from every religion, race and socio-economic background – can be at risk for developing a gambling problem. They can play the horses, slots, the lottery, pull-tabs, cards and bingo. Older adults are at particular risk for developing gambling addiction. Their gambling behavior differs from gambling in younger age groups for a variety of reasons: • When people are coping with big changes or losses they are more vulnerable to developing a gambling problem; many older adults face life transitions and losses, such as death of loved ones, end of career or isolation from family and friends. • Older adults who have gambled away their retirement savings don’t have working years to make up their losses. • Many older adults may not understand addiction, making them less likely to identify a gambling problem. • Older adults appear less willing to seek assistance for a gambling problem than younger adults. • Many older adults hide their gambling because of the stigma associated with it and health professionals rarely assess for problem gambling. • Many older adults have easy access to gambling and are drawn to gambling to fill their time or to be with other people. • Some older adults may have cognitive impairment that interferes with their ability to make sound decisions. The good news about gambling addiction is that treatment is effective, and recovery is real and attainable. This can make a significant impact on the lives of gamblers and families who are affected by their addictions. The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has established a national helpline to assist those who are concerned about their gambling habits. The helpline number is 1-800-522-4700 and is available 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. The NCPG is the national advocate for programs and services to assist problem gamblers and their families. The mission of the NCPG is to increase public awareness of pathological gambling, ensure the widespread availability of treatment for problem gamblers and their families, and to encourage research and programs for prevention and education. Visit www.ncpgambling.org for more information. WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 28, 2012-Gambling problems are more prevalent among military veterans than in the general public. The National Council on Problem Gambling urges veterans, their loved ones and healthcare providers to be particularly aware of gambling addiction. Warning signs include preoccupation with gambling, chasing losses and financial harm. Problem gambling is associated with substance abuse, depression and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
That is why the National Council on Problem Gambling has selected to highlight veterans as one population especially at-risk for developing a problem with gambling during its 10th annual "National Problem Gambling Awareness Week" March 4-10. The purpose of this grass roots campaign is to raise public awareness of problem gambling and educate healthcare providers about resources available for help. The National Council believes that, to combat problem gambling among military personnel and veterans, one must first understand the unique circumstances facing this societal group. While the military acknowledges and addresses several addiction and mental health issues, as well as problems associated with traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder, interventions and treatment for problem and pathological gambling have not yet been integrated into the system. Minimizing the harmful consequences of gambling among veterans and military personnel will require improved awareness and targeted efforts. During National Problem Gambling Awareness Week, groups from across the country will be reaching out to veterans to offer information and answer questions about the disorder. For more information, please email Jeff Beck at ccgnjjeff@aol.com or visit www.npgaw.org. Marty:
Omaha’s The Biggest Loser Is coming to Peace and Power Counseling’s treatment group! Thursday December 8, 2011 at 7:00pm You will learn about: · Marty’s exercise program · How affordable it is. · Marty’s tricks for losing weight and keeping the weight off. · How this relates to you. I hope you can join us. Please RSVP to Gina Fricke at 402-515-7412. Sometimes life can seem like a tangled mess. Dysfunctional relationships, past or current abuse, dead-end careers, financial stressors, and so much more in our daily lives can create knots of hopelessness, discouragement, confusion, and depression that look impossible to untangle.
If that describes your life, it might be time to get help. Having someone with compassion and understanding help you reorganize your thoughts and recognize unhealthy behaviors can be the way to a fresh start. As a therapist-in-training, I commit to caring about your needs while continuing to expand my knowledge as I serve you. I currently intern under the direct supervision of Gina Fricke, LCSW, CCGC, NCGC, II, owner of Peace and Power Counseling and will earn my Master’s in Counseling from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in May 2012. Through my training in practicum and internships, I have experience in relationship, young adult, and career counseling. Peace and Power Counseling has a new intern. Bethany will graduate with her Master Degree in Counseling in May 2012. She is learning how to counsel individuals and couples. Because she is a student, we are able to offer reduced cost counseling sessions to those who have no insurance. Please contact Gina Fricke at 402-515-7412 to schedule a time to see Bethany. We will accept the first five people who contact us.
Please be aware that if you decide to work with Bethany some of your sessions will be observed by Gina Fricke and that Bethany will be receiving guidance on your case by Gina as well. Please be sure to ask about this if you have any concerns. We look forward to hearing from you. Gina Fricke at Peace and Power Counseling was recognized by SCORE as one of 5 entrepreneurs of 2010. I would like to thank Bob Balzerick of SCORE for all his guidance and support as I moved to a new chapter of my life at Peace and Power Counseling. Article in Midland's Business Journal can be ordered 402-330-1760, SCORE can be reached at 402-221-3606.
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