Tana Russell, SUDP, NCTTP, WSCGC-II, CGT

Tana Russell, SUDP, NCTTP, WSCGC-II, CGT, is deputy director of the Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling and a certified gambling disorder trainer (CGT). With multiple certifications and years of specialized experience, she has trained clinicians, policymakers, and even the gaming industry on gambling, gaming, and addiction. Known for her clear, practical teaching style, Tana makes complex issues like gambling disorder, online gaming, and harm-reduction strategies both accessible and immediately useful in clinical practice. For years, Tana has delivered dynamic training across the country, teaching everyone from clinicians, to casino leaders and clinicians to policymakers. Her expertise spans gambling disorders, gaming addiction, tobacco use, recovery, and responsible gaming, making her uniquely equipped to help professionals understand today’s rapidly shifting landscape. She doesn’t just teach theory – Tana has developed evidence-based training programs, and consulted directly with organizations to improve policies, build effective self-exclusion programs, and strengthen responsible gaming practices. Tana serves on National Council for Problem Gaming committees, the Washington State Gambling Counselor Certification Committee, and several other workgroups and committees.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Tana Russell has an employment relationship with Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling and receives compensation as a trainer. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Tana Russell serves on the National Council on Problem Gambling.