What Would Happen? Posted on October 3, 2018, updated on March 4, 2024 by Gateway Counseling I was speaking with someone the other day, and they were discussing how they attempt to be giving and caring to everyone in their life. However, they stated, “I cannot be good to myself.” I find that most people will define an issue like this but never get beyond what the underlying cause is of… Read More
When it’s Hard to Love Posted on September 24, 2018, updated on March 4, 2024 by Gateway Counseling Anyone can love when it’s easy. But what about when it’s hard. When the other person is critical, blaming, or accusatory? In an initial session with a couple, I will frequently hear someone state, “I just don’t know if I love him or her anymore.” My response is often, “You’re about to find out.” When… Read More
GATEWAY COUNSELING CENTER – ADDICTIONS SERIES PART 7 Posted on September 19, 2018, updated on March 4, 2024 by Gateway Counseling John Hawkins Jr. continues with the seventh video in the Addictions Series. Check it out below and subscribe to our Youtube channel for updates on new videos! 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… Read More
IT’S TIME TO GO Posted on September 18, 2018, updated on March 4, 2024 by Gateway Counseling When is it time to end therapy? This can be a very complex question. People will attempt to end their therapy in order to avoid facing certain issues. At other times, it could be due to the fact their therapy is stagnant, and they are not progressing. There could also be a rupture in the… Read More