Flexible appointment times in Thornhill, Ontario, including evenings & Sundays

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Hilla child therapy social worker

Hilla

MSW, RSW

Therapy Formats

  • Virtual
  • In-Person
About

When big feelings, anxiety, or behavioural challenges begin to impact a child or family, it can feel overwhelming to know how to help. I work with children, teens, and their caregivers, with a strong focus on supporting parents who may feel unsure, stuck, or overwhelmed in responding to their child’s emotional and behavioural needs. A central part of my work is parent coaching. I help caregivers understand what may be happening beneath a child’s behaviour and develop practical, trauma-informed, and attachment-based strategies that strengthen connection, improve communication, and support emotional regulation, both at home and at school. My approach is collaborative and grounded in real-life tools that feel sustainable and aligned with each family’s values. Alongside parent support, I work directly with children and adolescents to build emotional awareness, coping skills, and resilience while supporting them through anxiety, stress, school-related challenges, life transitions, and the impact of past experiences. I strive to create a warm, safe, and supportive space where children feel understood and families feel empowered. I truly appreciate the trust it takes to reach out and the opportunity to support you, your child, or your family through meaningful and often challenging moments. I look forward to walking alongside you and helping you navigate these experiences in ways that feel right for your family.

Specialities
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Emotion-Focused Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
  • Mindfulness
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy
  • Strengths-Based Approach
  • Collaborative and person-centered interventions
Client Focus
  • Adolescents / Teens (ages 12–18)
  • Caregivers
  • Children (ages 6–12)
  • Families
Areas of Support
  • Anxiety and stress management
  • Caregiver support and parenting skills
  • Emotional regulation and self-regulation
  • Family relationships and communication
  • Life transitions
  • Relationship and interpersonal challenges
  • Resilience building and coping skills
  • School-related challenges and social-emotional support
  • Trauma-informed care