Developing A Sense of Self Posted on February 13, 2019, updated on March 4, 2024 by Gateway Counseling This week John Hawkins Jr. talks about developing a sense of self and how that plays a role in your relationships and emotional connections with other people. Every week, 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.