Hillary Hartwig, MSW, RSW

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Therapist specializing in child anxiety, school avoidance, and autism specialist. 

"Lighten the load of autism and anxiety."

Your child is struggling, with school, with anxiety, with the daily routine, and the weight of it feels crushing. You're juggling so much, trying to help them regulate their emotions, but nothing seems to work.

When your child has autism, anxiety, or emotional regulation challenges, the daily routine can feel like a constant battle. School avoidance, meltdowns, disrupted routines, it's exhausting and isolating. Your family deserves support that understands your unique situation and helps you build real strategies that work.

Hillary has eight years of experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum as a support worker, service coordinator, and therapist. She earned her Master of Social Work with a focus on Disability Studies and deeply understands the complexities families face when supporting neurodivergent children.

Hillary specializes in helping children ages 7+, adolescents, and their families navigate emotional regulation challenges, anxiety disorders, depression, school avoidance, routine disruptions, and autism-related challenges. Her collaborative, strength-based, family-centered approach develops strategies that alleviate the weight of daily challenges and build connection.

If the daily routine feels like an overwhelming, heavy juggling act, Hillary creates a safe, nurturing environment where children, youth, and families can freely express themselves, explore emotions, and develop the skills to navigate life's complexities. She works closely with families, equipping you with knowledge and tools to create an environment that encourages growth and resilience.

Ready to build strategies that lighten the load? Contact InnerWorks Counselling today to schedule your first session with Hillary. InnerWorks offers services in person in our Lambeth (London, Ontario) office, and online for clients across Ontario.

Therapist specializing in child anxiety, school avoidance, and autism specialist. 

"Lighten the load of autism and anxiety."

Your child is struggling, with school, with anxiety, with the daily routine, and the weight of it feels crushing. You're juggling so much, trying to help them regulate their emotions, but nothing seems to work.

When your child has autism, anxiety, or emotional regulation challenges, the daily routine can feel like a constant battle. School avoidance, meltdowns, disrupted routines, it's exhausting and isolating. Your family deserves support that understands your unique situation and helps you build real strategies that work.

Hillary has eight years of experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum as a support worker, service coordinator, and therapist. She earned her Master of Social Work with a focus on Disability Studies and deeply understands the complexities families face when supporting neurodivergent children.

Hillary specializes in helping children ages 7+, adolescents, and their families navigate emotional regulation challenges, anxiety disorders, depression, school avoidance, routine disruptions, and autism-related challenges. Her collaborative, strength-based, family-centered approach develops strategies that alleviate the weight of daily challenges and build connection.

If the daily routine feels like an overwhelming, heavy juggling act, Hillary creates a safe, nurturing environment where children, youth, and families can freely express themselves, explore emotions, and develop the skills to navigate life's complexities. She works closely with families, equipping you with knowledge and tools to create an environment that encourages growth and resilience.

Ready to build strategies that lighten the load? Contact InnerWorks Counselling today to schedule your first session with Hillary. InnerWorks offers services in person in our Lambeth (London, Ontario) office, and online for clients across Ontario.

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Specializations

  • School Avoidance

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Child Anxiety & Depression (Ages 7+)

  • Emotional Regulation Challenges

  • Routine Disruptions

  • Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

  • Behavioral Challenges

  • Family Support & Coaching

Insurance & Billing

Hillary is registered for direct billing with:

  • GreenShield

  • Medavie Blue Cross

  • Canada Life

  • Manulife

  • And many other insurance providers

InnerWorks can direct bill most plans for your convenience.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Children ages 7+ have typically developed enough verbal and cognitive skills to engage in more traditional therapy approaches alongside play-based techniques. For younger children (ages 4-7), we recommend Jessica Foran or Hadis Honarvari, who specialize in working with younger age groups.

  • School avoidance is when a child experiences significant anxiety or distress about attending school, leading to frequent absences or morning battles. This is different from truancy, these children want to do well but are overwhelmed by anxiety, social challenges, sensory issues, or academic struggles. Therapy helps identify the root causes and develop coping strategies to make school feel manageable again.

  • Yes! Hillary works with families to understand what makes routines feel safe for your child, develop strategies for handling inevitable disruptions, teach emotional regulation skills, and create visual supports or social stories that help your child navigate changes more successfully. The goal is to lighten the load for both your child and your family.

  • Hillary has eight years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities including autism in various roles: direct support work, service coordination, and therapy. She earned her Master of Social Work with a specific focus on Disability Studies, giving her both practical experience and academic expertise in supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families.

  • No! While Hillary has specialized expertise in autism, she also works with any child ages 7+ experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, school avoidance, or behavioral difficulties, regardless of whether they have a diagnosis. Her approach is helpful for all children struggling with big emotions and daily challenges