How to Make a Blended Family Work Posted on January 27, 2023, updated on March 4, 2024 by Dr. John Hawkins, Sr. As a family counselor, I’ve heard a lot about the challenges families go through. While every single one has their own unique dynamic, they also have a few things in common. The first is that no family is perfect 100% of the time. The second is that families are made up of good people. And… Read More
How to Make a Marriage Work And How Counseling Can Help Posted on December 16, 2022, updated on March 4, 2024 by Dr. John Hawkins, Sr. I’d like to tell you a story that I hear almost daily as a marriage counselor. Two people meet, begin dating, and fall in love. They have their arguments now and then—as we all do—but ultimately, they love each other. They decide to get married. As the wedding approaches, one (or both) parties begin imagining… Read More
Dealing with Major Life Changes Posted on November 11, 2022, updated on March 4, 2024 by Dr. John Hawkins, Sr. Let me ask you a question. How often do you think you “should” be feeling differently than you actually are? This thought pattern plagues people around the globe. And it affects everyone—no matter how much you plan or strategize in life, “should’ve, could’ve, would’ve” will cross your mind sooner or later. In my experience, negative… Read More
The Role of a Wife or Husband in Parenting Posted on October 12, 2022, updated on March 4, 2024 by Dr. John Hawkins, Sr. No matter how much you talk about parenting with your spouse, the reality is much different once you have children. And this makes perfect sense—how can you possibly imagine every single hypothetical situation before you become a parent? You can’t. That’s why I always remind people: seeking parental or family counseling doesn’t make you a… Read More
