02/06/2026
With Super Bowl Sunday just days away, sports betting is about to hit its peak, with an estimated 67 million Americans expected to wager on the game this year. While many people will bet for fun, big events like this can be hazardous for those already struggling, or on the verge of struggling, with gambling.
Our founder and clinical director, Dr. Sarah Church, recently joined David Lawrence of the RANE Risk Network for the “Beyond the Spread: High Stakes & Hard Truths of Online Gambling” podcast to discuss how online sportsbooks, nonstop promotions, and easy access can turn “just one more bet” into a serious gambling problem. The conversation covers warning signs to watch for, the impact on families and finances, and what effective, evidence-based treatment looks like for gambling disorder today.
At Wholeview Wellness, we offer specialized programs for people affected by gambling, including Wholeview RESET—a fully virtual, OASAS-certified program for individuals and families across New York State. If you or someone you care about is feeling overwhelmed by sports betting this week, we’re here to help. https://wholeview.co/contact-us/
https://youtu.be/jl1ymCkVrnk
In this episode of RANE Insights, Founder of RANE David Lawrence sits down with Dr. Sarah Church to explore the culture of online gambling and its societal e...