about us
My therapy place, PLLC consists of Two office Suites, both located at 1400 Battleground Avenue Greensboro, NC 27408
Suite 209-E (upstairs) and Suite 144-A (downstairs)
FAQ: How do I know what Suite I am going to for my first appointment?
A: You should have a received a text and an email when we initially scheduled the appointment. (commonly found in spam/junk) Reminder texts and emails were also sent with the Suite location.
If further questions call our main number 336-383-1665.
Christie Martin, msw, lcsw
suite 209-e
CEO / Founder / Outpatient therapist
Christie Martin is the proud founder and CEO of my therapy place, PLLC. She has a Master of Arts in Social Work from the University of North Carolina Greensboro and a degree in Sociology from North Carolina State University. She is licensed with the North Carolina Board of Clinical Social Workers. Christie has more than 13 years of practice post-master's degree and over 25 years of experience in social work, teaching, and coaching positions. She has experience in providing outpatient therapy, Intensive In Home, Day Treatment, and School Social work. Christie is a nationally rostered clinician in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) with the North Carolina Child Treatment Program (NC CTP).
Christie prides herself on being down to earth and personable with kids, teenagers, and their families. She enjoys getting on the floor and having fun with the little ones, and as well as meeting teenagers where they are at in their lives and focusing on their needs and goals. Christie provides a judgment-free environment where families feel comfortable growing and learning.
Fun Facts about Christie: She has 32 instruments, she shaved her head and hiked the Appalachian trail, bleeds coffee, and for her first job, she painted trash dumpsters. (The mtp team made me put that last one in here :)
Jacqueline Thompson, LCMHC
suite 209-E
outpatient therapist
Jacqueline Thompson grew up in Randleman, North Carolina. She studied Sociology with a concentration in Family Development at Appalachian State University and earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Western Carolina University. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina. Jacqueline has over five years' experience counseling clients ranging from preschool to adulthood, from diverse cultural backgrounds, and with different abilities. She has extensive training in managing ADHD, positive parenting, and play therapy.
Jacqueline's approach is strengths based and influenced by Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She believes that children learn best through play and utilizes a variety of creative and interactive techniques to build skills. Jacqueline believes that children are resilient, full of surprises, and capable of exponential growth. She is dedicated to making sure that every family she works with feels understood and supported.
Fun Facts About Jacqueline: She has a little bit of chocolate with her coffee every morning, she can do any home repair herself, and loves reading.
Margaret Webb, MSW, LCSWA
SUITE 209-E
outpatient therapist
Margaret is from upstate New York but has called Greensboro her home for the last 10 years. She has a Masters in Social Work from the University of North Carolina Greensboro and North Carolina A&T and is an Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Margaret is trained in play therapy and loves working with young children. She sees play as their language, using it to communicate, observe, listen, model, and teach, while integrating therapeutic techniques tailored to each child's goals.
Margaret is particularly passionate about helping GLBTQIA2+ adolescents and young adults. As a gender-affirming therapist, she supports those exploring gender identity or experiencing gender dysphoria. She is trained in trauma informed care, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals, and working with those on the Autism Spectrum Disorder. She draws from mindfulness, parts work, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy. She has experience working with those with anxiety, depression, trauma, body issues, sex and sexuality, navigating life transitions, emotional regulation, behavioral issues, and religious trauma.
Fun Facts about Margaret: She thrifts for maximalist treasures, reads fantasy novels, and was named after the main character in the book, “A Wrinkle in Time.”
jennifer (jenn) strider, ma, lcmhca
SUITE 144-A
outpatient therapist
Jenn Strider is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina with a passion for helping individuals of all ages feel seen, heard, and empowered. Jennifer earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in 2024, following a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from East Carolina University in 2012.
Jenn has experience working in outpatient settings with children, teens, and adults, with diagnosis including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Eating Disorders, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder just to name a few. Jenn also has the experience of teaching elementary school across diverse populations. Her therapeutic style blends cognitive behavioral therapy with solution-focused and person-centered approaches, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Jenn has a gentle and caring way about her, who helps kids and families feel comfortable, heard, and safe. She provides a supportive space where clients can explore their challenges, gain insight, and develop tools for meaningful change. Jenn’s goal is to walk alongside you, to support your growth, and empower you to become the best version of yourself.
Fun Facts about Jenn: Her blood type is Diet Coke, she loves the smell of skunks, and she coaches travel softball.
Amy gebauer, ma, lcmhca
SUITE 144-A
Amy was born and raised in Middletown, New Jersey. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from Lafayette College, M.B.A. from Georgetown University, and M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University in 2024. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina.
Amy provides outpatient counseling to children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers, supporting concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment disorders, and PTSD. She uses a person-centered, solution-focused approach and incorporates evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Amy strives to create a warm, supportive, safe, and judgment-free environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves and working toward their goals. To help make therapy engaging and individualized, she enjoys incorporating games, music, movement, and other creative activities into sessions. Her goal is to create a caring and welcoming space where each client feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.
Fun Facts about Amy: Amy loves to sing karaoke and her go-to song is “Shallow” by Lady Gaga. She once hiked into and swam in an underground river cave complete with bats flying overhead!
Jade vrobel msw
Suite 209-E
outpatient therapist
Jade is originally from West Virginia but has proudly called North Carolina home for the past five years. She earned her B.S. from Greensboro College, where she double-majored in Psychology and Exercise Science, and later earned her Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
Jade has experience working with adolescents in a school setting and is passionate about creating a warm, safe, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, seen, and valued. She takes a person-centered approach, recognizing that everyone has unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives that deserve to be understood and respected.
Jade believes that building genuine connections is an important part of the therapeutic process. She works alongside her clients to help them navigate life’s challenges, build confidence, and work toward their personal goals. Her approach incorporates cognitive therapy, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness-based techniques, allowing her to meet each client where they are and provide individualized support.
Fun Facts: Jade has a passion for volleyball and is a proud plant mom to 21 plants—and counting!
Amy Schooler
virtual
biller
With more than 24 years of experience in medical billing, including the past four years specializing in mental health, I bring extensive expertise in insurance billing, client billing, collections, and resolving claim denials. My experience allows me to effectively navigate complex billing matters while providing support to both healthcare providers and their clients. I work to assist clients with their billing and insurance questions, helping them better understand their benefits, statements, balances, and any outstanding charges. When billing concerns arise, I work to provide clear communication and help clients navigate the insurance and billing process with as little stress as possible.
Mental health billing is especially meaningful to me because I enjoy taking the administrative and billing burden off providers, allowing them to spend less time focusing on what matters most, providing quality care to their clients.
Fun Facts: I am a Mom of 5 and a Grandmother to 1 and I need an IV of coffee a day!
kRISTIN MEREDITH, MS
Suite 209-E
Director of administrative operations
Kristin is the Director of Administrative Operations for my therapy place, PLLC, sometimes referred to as the 'sidekick' to our CEO, Christie, or 'boss lady junior'! Kristin completed her undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, graduating in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, minor in Sociology, and Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. She later went on to complete her Master of Science in Psychology, graduating from Tiffin University in 2021. She has worked in the behavioral health field for more than 9 years. Prior to transitioning to my therapy place, she was in an outpatient pediatric setting for approximately 8 years.
Kristin’s role consists of administrative office management, processing referrals and scheduling, project management, employee relations, insurance authorizations, and community outreach. She is a jack of all trades who is passionate about helping individuals and families get services needed to be the healthiest, happiest, and best version of themselves.
Fun facts about Kristin: She teaches highschoolers through the student ministry, took dance classes since age 5 with tap being her favorite, and danced competively. She joined the sorority Zeta Tau Alpha during freshman year of college and served as a chapter advisor for few years as an alumnus.
sidnee williams, msw, Lcsw
SUITE 209-e
Clinical Director / outpatient therapist
Sidnee Williams is the Clinical Director of my therapy place, PLLC and serves as an outpatient therapist for all ages. from Fayetteville, North Carolina and now calls Greensboro her home. She studied English Secondary Education at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and later received her Master of Social Work with the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her interests are working with children and families of diverse backgrounds utilizing mindfulness, emotion regulation, and challenging of irrational thoughts. These techniques have been proven to serving as the ability to increase quality of life. Sidnee is a nationally rostered clinician in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) with the North Carolina Child Treatment Program (NC CTP).
Sidnee’s experience in education helped her to acknowledge the need for advocacy extending beyond what could be accomplished within the limitations of the classroom. She has developed a succeeding passion championing mental health for all, especially those in marginalized communities, and is a liaison for resources to aid in the success of the clients she serves. Most would say that Sidnee is genuine and kind. She believes that every individual possesses the ability to make the changes that they desire for themselves; all it takes is a little effort!
Fun Facts about Sidnee: She is a huge fan of cooking competitions, especially The Great British Baking Show, enjoys hosting dinner parties, loves to sing her heart out, and hopes to one day go to Australia.
faith jeffers, msw, lcswa
suite 144-A
outpatient therapist
Faith Jeffers is from Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. She earned her B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her Masters of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Faith has experience and passion for working with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds, specifically for those with anxiety, depression, beahvioral concerns, as well as working through trauma, and grief. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches depending on the needs of the client(s), incorporating modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-based Therapy, Mindfulness, and others.
Faith has a personable demeanor in which she loves to utilize her sense of humor and creativity to form successful therapeutic alliances with clients and families. You may also finding her useing art, games, dance, and music as a medium of communication to foster an in-depth understanding. By doing so, Faith allows room for the client to feel empowered by both the tools she introduces to them, but also the tools that already possess to help them cope, heal, and thrive in life.
Fun Facts: Faith is legally blind! She wears both contacts & glasses because otherwise she is a walking hazard, LOL! Faith also grew up trail riding and barrel racing and danced from ages 3 to 22.
NaimA Tryman, msw, lcswA
SUITE 209-E
outpatient therapist
Naima Tryman grew up in New Jersey, moved to California for seminary, and then to Philadelphia for three years before landing in Greensboro seven years ago. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Montclair State University, her Master of Social Work from Temple University, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate of the state of North Carolina.
Naima has experience working with a wide variety of populations over the years, including children in a public school in West Philadelphia, young adults experiencing homelessness, youth in a psychiatric residential facility, adults in recovery from substance use, and adults with various mental health diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. She has also held multiple crisis response positions. Naima primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Emotion-Focused Therapy, while continuing to expand her knowledge and skills in play therapy. Naima invites clients to come and be their full selves, and approaches sessions with a curious mind and a strong desire to help and support you in positively responding to stressors, strengthening your coping skills, and achieving your goals.
Fun Facts about Naima: She is named after a John Coltrane song, and her daughter was born on John Coltrane’s birthday. Naima served as an assistant coach on two state championship high school girls basketball teams. She served as a fire fighter for ten years.
hilary keller, msw, lcswA
virtual only
outpatient therapist
Hilary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate who earned her Master of Social Work from North Carolina Central University. She enjoys working with teens and young adults, using positive psychology and mindfulness to help clients recognize their strengths and build practical coping skills for life’s challenges.
Hilary brings warmth, openness, and curiosity to each session, taking time to get to know every client and understand what a meaningful path forward looks like for them. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing, she supports clients in clarifying what matters most, working through uncertainty, and building confidence in their ability to make positive changes.
She has supported clients through loss, trauma, and major life transitions, and her background in art and movement helps shape a whole-person approach to care. Hilary is passionate about creating a welcoming space where clients feel truly seen, supported, and encouraged in their growth.
Fun Facts about Hilary: She has alopecia and was bald for ten years. She loves spending time in nature, especially swimming, and enjoys exploring with her poodle.
COURTNEY RAFAEL, MS, LCMHCA
outpatient therapist
Courtney Rafael grew up in Elon, North Carolina. Her degrees are in History and Special Education with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Courtney has experience working with a range of individuals of all ages in the outpatient therapy setting. From the little ones to the young adults, she believes that every age has the right to be heard and supported.
Courtney specializes in play therapy, often utilizing her sand tray, toys, art, games, and her fun, energetic personality! She works to help individuals realize and reach their full potential. She has participated in a multitude of trainings for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as play therapy. She likes to work with kiddos and families using a cognitive behavioral lens, however, believes that there is not a one size that fits all modality and treatment.
Fun Facts about Courtney: Her elder dog Sadie’s original purpose was to be a monastery lookout. Courtney loves Taylor Swift, punk rock, and alternative bands.