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
Alignment on Marital Expectations Posted on September 22, 2022, updated on March 4, 2024 by Dr. John Hawkins, Sr. No marriage is completely perfect 100% of the time. And yet, the myth of being a perfect spouse is very common amongst married couples. I’d like to share an important fact: looking into marriage counseling doesn’t mean your marriage is failing. A willingness to see a marriage counselor is a big sign of true commitment.… Read More