Emily Hovey, LICSW

Emily Hovey, LICSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on adolescents, young adults, and families

Clinical Director

Emily is the Clinical Director at ilearn wellness group. Emily is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a strong foundation in clinical psychotherapy, specializing in work with adolescents, young adults, and families. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a Minor in Educational Studies from Siena College and then received her Master’s in Social Work from The State University of New York at Albany. Through comprehensive education and hands-on experience, Emily cultivated her passion for helping others.

Emily brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in crisis intervention, providing compassionate and effective support through previous roles as a clinician, serving on a crisis triage team, as well as in leadership. Her dedication to her clients’ well-being is grounded in her commitment to creating a safe, supportive environment …for personal growth and healing.

iLearn Wellness Group | Adolescent Mental Health Treatment in Newton, MA

Specialized Mental Health Care for Teens Ages 12–18

Welcome to iLearn Wellness Group, where we believe every adolescent deserves the opportunity to feel understood, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Located in Newton, Massachusetts, iLearn Wellness Group specializes in comprehensive mental health treatment for adolescents ages 12–18, providing compassionate, individualized care for teens and families navigating emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.

We understand that adolescence can be a challenging time for both teens and their families. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, school-related stress, social difficulties, or other mental health concerns, our experienced clinical team is here to help.

Our goal is to make high-quality adolescent mental health care accessible while creating a welcoming, supportive environment where teens feel comfortable being themselves.

Specialized Adolescent Mental Health Programs

At iLearn Wellness Group, we offer multiple levels of behavioral health treatment, allowing adolescents to receive care that aligns with their individual needs.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) for Adolescents

Our adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) provides structured, intensive mental health treatment for teens who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy.

PHP offers comprehensive therapeutic programming during the day while allowing adolescents to return home to their families. This level of care is designed to help teens develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and work toward greater emotional stability.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Teens

Our adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides structured therapeutic support for teens who need more frequent treatment than traditional weekly counseling.

IOP helps adolescents address mental health challenges, build healthy coping skills, strengthen relationships, and develop practical strategies for navigating everyday life while maintaining important connections with their families and communities.

Outpatient Psychotherapy for Adolescents

We also provide individualized outpatient mental health counseling for teens experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, behavioral concerns, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

Our clinicians work collaboratively with adolescents to identify their personal goals, understand their experiences, and develop meaningful skills that support long-term emotional well-being.

Helping Teens and Families Navigate Mental Health Challenges

At iLearn Wellness Group, we recognize that every adolescent is unique. Our treatment approach emphasizes personalized care, clinical expertise, and a supportive therapeutic relationship.

Our programs help adolescents address a wide range of concerns, including:

• Anxiety and excessive worry
• Depression and mood-related challenges
• Emotional regulation and behavioral difficulties
• Trauma and stressful life experiences
• School-related stress and academic pressures
• Social anxiety and peer relationship challenges
• Family and interpersonal difficulties
• Self-esteem, confidence, and identity development
• Life transitions and adjustment challenges
• Coping skills, resilience, and emotional wellness

We believe meaningful progress happens when teens feel safe, respected, and actively involved in their treatment.

A Family-Centered Approach to Adolescent Mental Health

Supporting a teen's mental health often means supporting the entire family.

At iLearn Wellness Group, we value collaboration with parents and caregivers and recognize the important role families play in helping adolescents build healthier emotional and behavioral patterns.

Our approach focuses on strengthening communication, developing practical coping strategies, encouraging emotional growth, and helping families better understand their teen's mental health needs.

We strive to create a positive, judgment-free environment where adolescents and families feel heard and supported throughout their treatment journey.

Insurance Coverage and Access to Care

We believe accessing quality adolescent mental health treatment should be as straightforward as possible.

iLearn Wellness Group participates with a variety of major commercial insurance plans, MassHealth, and managed Medicaid plans, helping families throughout Massachusetts access mental health services.

Insurance coverage and participation may vary by plan and treatment program. Our team is happy to help families review their benefits, understand available treatment options, and navigate the process of getting started.

Convenient Adolescent Mental Health Treatment in Newton, Massachusetts

iLearn Wellness Group is conveniently located at 199 Wells Avenue in Newton, MA, serving adolescents and families throughout Newton, Greater Boston, and surrounding Massachusetts communities.

Our Newton location provides access to specialized adolescent behavioral health services, including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient treatment, and outpatient psychotherapy.

Whether your teen needs ongoing individual counseling or a more intensive, structured mental health program, our team can help you explore the most appropriate level of care.

Ages Served: Adolescents ages 12–18

iLearn Wellness Group — Helping Teens Build Brighter, Healthier Futures.