Advocate. Educate. Promote Recovery.

VPGR's mission is to speak for those affected by problem gambling through advocacy, education, and promoting recovery.

Voices of Problem Gambling Recovery believes that problem gambling is not a bad habit or a moral weakness. It is a psychological  and neurochemical condition—and that problematic gambling behaviors can be changed.  We are an organization devoted to extending a hand towards those who are striving for recovery.

Executive Team

Kitty Martz, CGRM, CGAC-II, IGRS, BARA, MBA — Executive Director
Dr. Jeff Marotta, ICGC-II —Founder/Strategic Advisor

Board Members

Brian Ward, CGRM, IGRS, BARA — President                 Nate Peterson, CGAC-II, CADC-II, QMHA— Vice-President

Windee Klinger, MBA — Secretary Glenn Yamagata — Treasurer

Roger Humble, CGAC-II, CDAC-II — Member at Large

Carlos Vazquez, CADC-II, CGAC-II, CGRM, CRM, QMHA-I — Member at Large

Train to work with peers - become a:

“Certified Gambling Recovery Mentor” (CGRM)

Requirements:

  • Two years documented recovery from gambling addiction (on agency letterhead from gambling counselor, supervisor, etc.) - only individuals in recovery from disordered gambling are eligible

  • Successful completion of approved 40 hour class (half self-study/half virtual training) - you need an uninterrupted space, a computer (not a smartphone) and ability to print handouts

  • Certification by the Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) - open a ‘Certemy’ account to begin the certification process

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Already a peer worker (in substance use disorder or mental health)?

Specialize in gambling peer services - your peer mentoring skills are welcome in supporting folks with co-occurring gambling challenges.

Though only individuals in gambling recovery can become Certified Gambling Recovery Mentors, all peers can train to enhance their skill sets.

Requirements:

  • You are a current Certified Recovery Mentor “CRM”, Peer Support Specialists “PSS” or Traditional Healthcare Worker “THW”

  • Successful completion of approved virtual 16 hour class - you need an uninterrupted space, a computer (not smartphone) and ability to print handouts

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