In today’s video, John Hawkins Jr. explains narcissism. Gateway Counseling Center’s John Hawkins Jr. M.S., L.M.H.C., C.A.P. responds to questions about mental and emotional health. John Hawkins helps individuals suffering from a variety of addictions by providing effective health counseling methods and treatment options. Don’t forget to like our Facebook page for updates on future… Read More

There must be something wrong with me. What is it about me? These are comments I hear from many of my clients that find themselves repeatedly victimized in some way. Numerous clients I have worked with over the years have been repeatedly assaulted or taken advantage of. Why this happens to some and not others… Read More

There is a force and capacity that resides inside each of us that is a counter to fear, trauma, abuse, and shame. This power or energy is intact no matter how wounded you are or what you have been through. It only needs the smallest of an opening to come through and initiate healing, strength,… Read More

In today’s video, John Hawkins Jr. explains that some OCD behaviors may actually be symptoms of PTSD.   Gateway Counseling Center’s John Hawkins Jr. M.S., L.M.H.C., C.A.P. responds to questions about mental and emotional health. John Hawkins helps individuals suffering from a variety of addictions by providing effective health counseling methods and treatment options. Don’t… Read More