Washington State Sports Bettors - Problem Gambling Treatment Access

Journalist writing about sports betting in Washington state My name is Taylor and I'm a reporter covering mental health for The Seattle Times. I’ve received moderator approval to post this request. I'm working on a story about the availability of problem gambling treatment in Washington state, tied to the legalization and growth of sports betting in recent years. I’ve talked with researchers, counselors and lawmakers, but it’s important to me that the story includes perspectives from people who have been directly affected. I'm specifically hoping to talk with people in Washington state who have struggled with problem gambling driven by sports betting. If this is you or someone you know, I’d appreciate you commenting below, DMing me or sending a message to the email below. I know that it can feel vulnerable to talk with a reporter, particularly about a sensitive topic, and I take that seriously. I’m glad to answer any questions you have about the reporting process. I’m able to protect your anonymity in the story by not using a full name if you prefer, but I will still need to know your full name for verification and fact-checking purposes. I will make sure to be in touch with you to double-check any information used in the story before it is published. Let me know if you have any questions, and thanks for your consideration, Taylor Blatchford / [email redacted]