Free state-funded care

Missouri funds gambling-treatment for residents.

Through Missouri Department of Mental Health, eligible Missouri residents can access Missouri Compulsive Gambling Program (Bets Off) at no cost.

“Free counseling for compulsive gamblers and their family members is provided through agencies contracted through the Missouri Department of Mental Health.”

— Missouri Department of Mental Health, verified 2026-04-28

Program facts

ProgramMissouri Compulsive Gambling Program (Bets Off)
Administered byMissouri Department of Mental Health
Funding sourceState Health Department

Who qualifies

Missouri compulsive gamblers and their family members.

How to access

  1. Call 1-888-BETS-OFF (1-888-238-7633).
  2. Browse the counselor directory by county at 888betsoff.org.
  3. Free counseling provided through MO Dept of Mental Health-contracted agencies.

See participating providers

Cope Compass surfaces Missouri state-funded providers in our directory with verified provenance from Missouri Department of Mental Health.

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Verify with the official source

We’ve done our best to represent Missouri Department of Mental Health’s program accurately. To verify your eligibility before any action, go directly to the source:

https://888betsoff.org/getHelp/counselors.jsp ↗

Frequently asked questions

Is gambling treatment really free in Missouri?
The Missouri Department of Mental Health states: “Free counseling for compulsive gamblers and their family members is provided through agencies contracted through the Missouri Department of Mental Health.” The eligibility page is the source of truth — verify your own situation there before any action.
Do I need insurance?
State-funded programs are designed to serve people without insurance, with insurance gaps, or whose insurance doesn’t cover gambling-disorder treatment. Many programs are payer-of-last-resort — they fill the gap when other coverage isn’t available.
What if I don't qualify?
Cope Compass also lists treatment providers who accept various insurance plans, sliding-scale providers, and private-pay options. Our directory filter at /find-help/ lets you search by insurance and provider type.
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Source. Listed by Missouri Department of Mental Health via 888betsoff.org. Last verified 2026-04-28.

Disclaimer. Cope Compass is not affiliated with Missouri Department of Mental Health. We surface state-funded gambling-treatment programs as a public service — the Missouri Department of Mental Health site is the authoritative source for eligibility, enrollment, and coverage.