Looking to connect with people who understand what you’re going through?
You can feel isolated when you’re affected by someone else’s gambling. Talking to people who understand what you’re going through can really help. Connecting with others in a similar situation can help you feel understood, supported, and less alone. It can make a big difference to know you’re not the only one.
The Gambling Help Online forum welcomes anyone affected by another person’s gambling, including family members and friends, to join our supportive online community. It’s a space where you can focus on your own wellbeing, get support during a challenging time, and learn ways to look after yourself while also supporting someone in their recovery. The forum is moderated by trained staff, helping keep the space safe, respectful, and supportive for everyone.
Our community is made up of almost 14,000 Australians. It can be a great place to start getting help – or it can provide additional support for people involved in other forms of help. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
“This forum is great, makes you realise you’re not the only one.” — Anonymous
“It gave me for the first time ever a sense of community. Throughout this whole journey I had never found a community and that’s what I have got out of it. It’s just having that back up for the first time in my life and I can’t thank you all enough!” — Lucas
The forum is great for sharing stories, setbacks, experiences and support. People can keep track of how they’re doing, be inspired and motivated by others, and find strategies that have worked for others or share what has worked for them. Jump on the forum to connect in an anonymous, safe, secure place.
“Reading some of the stories on this forum…gives me hope to see that people in worse situations are willing to reach out for help and try to change.” — Anonymous
“I am truly grateful for all the support I have received on this forum from you all, had it not been for this support I don’t think I would have made it this far. Thank you and I’m feeling super positive about life again!” — Anonymous
The forum is facilitated by counsellors, though we prefer to take a back seat in the conversation. We want this to be a space where people find support from their peers. But we occasionally post, encouraging our members to bounce ideas off us or ask us questions. We’re just here to provide support!
To become a member of the forum, click through to our registration page.
Not sure this is the right type of support?
There are many ways to get help. Everyone’s is different, so it’s really important for each person to find the right support for them. Different approaches may work better for different people. We’re here to help people choose the type of support that suits them best.
Explore our other support and counselling available:
- Gambling helpline
- Ongoing gambling counselling
- Financial counselling
- Online chat
- Email support
- SMS support
To learn more about how support and counselling can help people who are struggling with their gambling, see our information on Seeking Support.
Do you want more help?
If you or someone close to you would like to talk to someone, you can start an online chat with us or call the Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858. It’s free confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Support isn’t just for people who gamble. It’s also here for family and friends like you, to help you cope and look after yourself.
If you’d also like to learn more about ways you can support your loved one to change their gambling, visit our section on Taking Action.
