The New Age of Gambling
For teens, gambling doesn't look like a casino. It looks like games, card packs, crypto and apps. GamePlan California provides prevention education and youth counseling for ages 12–17, their families, and the schools that serve them.
Pause before you play.
Youth prevention education
For schools, youth groups, after-school programs, sports teams and community organizations across California. Plain language, no scare tactics.
Prevention curriculum
Classroom lessons on how gambling shows up in games, apps and sports, and how to pause.
Seminars & youth workshops
Assemblies and interactive sessions for schools, youth groups and community programs.
Training
For counselors, educators and youth staff: warning signs, conversations and referrals.
Is it gaming or gambling?
Most parents can't tell, and that's by design. We help families understand what their kids are playing and what to do next.
Parent workshops
An evening session for schools and community groups: what to watch for and how to talk about it without a fight.
Warning signs guide
Missing money, secret accounts, mood swings after games or matches. A short checklist for caregivers.
Family consultation
A confidential one-on-one session for worried parents to talk through what they're seeing and the options.
Confidential help for youth 12–17
Therapy with licensed California clinicians trained in gambling and gaming harms. In person in Los Angeles or by telehealth statewide.
Get in touch
For workshops, trainings or confidential counseling.