Supporting Your Well-Being
We're Here to Listen
Supporting Your Well-Being
We're Here to Listen
Who We Are
Who we are
Garden of Hope Counseling is a small, family-owned, counseling practice. We provide psychotherapy support to children, adults, couples, and families. It is a privilege to be able to provide support and advice to all that come through the door. Please consider us when looking for therapy support.
Ryan Balis, Licensed Master's Social Worker
Ryan is a seasoned Licensed Master Social Worker with a unique and motivating style that helps school-age children, teens, and adults build mental strength and independence. Known for his easy-going personality, Ryan fosters a safe, non-judgmental environment where individuals, families, and couples can explore solutions, navigate life transitions, and restore balance throughout their transformative journey.
Education
Master of Social Work, Fordham University
Bachelor of Science in Human Services and Psychology, University of Bridgeport
Availability & Services
Ryan accepts most insurance plans except Cigna, Optum, and UHC.
He is available for sessions Tuesday through Friday afternoons.
To schedule an appointment, email ryanbalis27@gmail.com
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Eleanor Bradley, Licensed Master's Social Worker
Eleanor is a clinical social worker grounded in a psychodynamic framework with a strong relational orientation. Her approach is informed by evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
She works with both adults and children navigating a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, substance use, eating disorders, school-related concerns, life transitions, and more.
Education
Master's of Social Work, Smith College
Bachelor of Sociology and Women, Gender, and Sexuality from Trinity College
Availability & Services
Eleanor accepts most insurance plans except Cigna,Optum and UHC
She is available Tuesday-Thursdays and sees children, teens and adults
Email her at EbradleyLMSW@gmail.com or call to schedule an appointment
Kaleigh Constantine, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Kaleigh is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who provides individual therapy to teens and adults. She offers a hybrid approach to care, with both in-person and remote sessions available. While her style is grounded in relational, existential, and mindfulness-based techniques, Kaleigh’s work is fundamentally person-centered, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Her goal is to support personal growth and empower individuals to create meaningful change.
Education
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Fairfield University
B.A. in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, University of Connecticut
Availability & Services
Kaleigh accepts most insurance plans except Cigna,Optum and UHC
She is available Mondays-Thursdays and sees teens and adults
Email her at kaleigh@kconstantinecounseling.com to schedule an appointment
Mark Ferry, Licensed Master's Social Worker
Mark brings over three decades of experience in trauma recovery and crisis intervention, with a deep commitment to empowering individuals across the lifespan. He works with children, adolescents, and adults to build resilience, manage anxiety, and reclaim a sense of personal agency. Mark’s warm, approachable style fosters a supportive space for meaningful and lasting change.
Education
Master of Social Work, Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing, Western Connecticut State University
Availability & Services
Mark accepts most insurance plans except Cigna, Optum, and UHC.
He is available for in-person sessions on Monday afternoons and Saturdays, and in special circumstances, via telehealth in the evenings.
To schedule an appointment, email mferrylmswgohc@gmail.com
John Morrison, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the owner of Garden of Hope Counseling. He has been a social worker for over 15 years. His approach is supportive, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. John listens with empathy, offers practical guidance, and encourages meaningful growth.
Education
Master of Social Work, Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Social Work, Cleveland State University
Availability & Services
John accepts most insurance plans.
To schedule an appointment, email johnmorrisonlcsw@gmail.com
Jamie Steiner, Ed.D., Licensed Professional Counselor
Jamie is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through a thoughtful, multidimensional approach to therapy. Her person-centered style is tailored to the unique needs of each client, emphasizing collaborative goal-setting that fosters self-understanding and meaningful progress.
Education
Ed.D. in Education, St. John Fisher University
M.S.Ed. in Counseling and Personnel Services, Fordham University
B.A. in Psychology, Marymount College
Availability & Services
Jamie provides individual therapy for teens (16+) and adults and takes most insurance plans.
She is available for sessions on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.
To schedule an appointment, email steinerconsult@gmail.com