WHO WE ARE

“At Authentic Connections, we believe that uncovering and sharing real stories is the key to personal and organizational growth. By combining the art of storytelling with a trauma-informed lens we help individuals and teams see a bigger picture to unlock their full potential and impact. This leads to more meaningful relationships, happier lives, and a healthier culture.
Founded by Hattie Hawks, a trauma survivor, media personality, and Authenticity Coach, Authentic Connections is an act of love rooted in faith, personal experience and professional insight.
After a decade in broadcast journalism and Hattie's own healing journey from PTSD and chronic illness, she was inspired to create a community where others could find the tools and support to navigate their own paths toward peace and a better way of living and working.”
—Hattie Hawks

What Sets Us Apart

Hattie’s unique background in journalism has equipped her with an extraordinary ability to uncover the heart of stories and pinpoint the moments that shape us and resonate with others. Combined with her research into trauma, attachment theory, and the mind-body connection, she offers unparalleled insights to help clients identify triggers, reframe adverse events, and cultivate healthier mindsets.
Her desire to serve came from Hattie’s late grandmother, Janet Cheek, who helped to create the Lighthouse Youth Center in Oxford, PA - a safe place for youth in the community to learn about faith and build strong human connections. Carrying forward this spirit of compassion and love, Hattie is dedicated to creating spaces where individuals feel supported and understood as they work toward healing their inner wounds.

People We Serve

We work with individuals who are ready to take meaningful steps toward healing, including those who have experienced abuse, trauma, or significant life challenges. Whether you're a parent navigating the complexities of raising neurodivergent children, a leader seeking to create more compassionate workplaces, or someone simply searching for peace, Authentic Connections is here to guide you.

Organizations We Serve

We work and partner with organizations to amplify their most authentic stories and advice on how best to communicate that with their audience. Hattie’s consulting services are designed to uplift the voices of companies and organizations striving to best communicate with their audience. We specialize in uplifting companies and organizations who are working to make mindfulness, the effects of trauma and holistic healing more mainstream as well as those who want to make the world a better, safer, cleaner, and more peaceful place.
By combining visual storytelling with emotional well-being, Hattie helps these organizations communicate with transparency and compassion, fostering genuine connections with their audiences while driving meaningful impact.
By integrating trauma awareness into their practices and messaging, organizations can create environments that resonate deeply with their audiences, foster trust, and inspire lasting change.