About Us
Hey There, I'm Krista
I'm a Clinical Social Worker based in Greenville, South Carolina and I specialize in Veterinary Social Work. What does that mean? It means I work with people in that special space where humans and animals meet. I help humans be the best version of themselves; the people our animals think we are.
I work with individuals, couples, and organizations to help define what your personal and professional “best life” looks like and develop a plan to get there. I hold space for those working through life transitions and help with trauma, improving self worth and self compassion, reducing stress and anxiety, improving interpersonal relationships, honoring grief, shame and more.
I am passionate about walking with veterinary professionals as they develop the skills necessary to prioritize their own well-being and then leverage those skills to build a better system for all veterinary professionals.
Your story matters. We would be honored to hear it.
Krista Martin
Education & Training
Bachelor of Arts, East Texas Baptist University
Master of Science in Social Work, University of Texas at Arlington
Postgraduate Veterinary Social Work Certificate, University of Tennessee Knoxville
Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1
HeartMath Certified Practitioner
Licensure & Certification
South Carolina: Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (8938)
North Carolina: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (C014694)
Colorado: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CSW.09929326)
Florida: Telehealth Licensed Clinical Social Worker (TPSW3506)
Certified Animal-Assisted Intervention Specialist, AAAIP
Currently Pursuing
EMDR Trained Clinician (anticipated completion Spring 2025)
Disability Inclusion and Accessible Design, University of Michigan
Professional disclosures for therapy services located here
Eliot
Eliot is an English Cream Golden Retriever from Carolina Goldens and he comes from a long line of working dogs.
Eliot has a deep and abiding love of treats! He's also a big fan of cuddles and hearing how handsome and amazing he is (ideally at the same time).
Certification & Training
Certified Therapy Dog, Alliance of Therapy Dogs (069208)
Therapy Dog Excellent (THDX), American Kennel Club
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), American Kennel Club
Public Manners Title (DTP), Delta Tails
Medical Odor Recognition Title (MRT), Delta Tails
Currently Pursuing
Public Access Title (DTPA), Delta Tails
Home (and Office) Detection Title (DTHM), Delta Tails
Public Detection Title, Delta Tails
NOTE: Eliot is both a therapy dog (TD) and Krista's Service Dog (SD). This means you may see him in the community in each of these roles. Please ignore him in public if he's wearing his service dog gear. Feel free to say hi if he is wearing his therapy dog gear!
Wondering about Eliot's different roles or working dogs in general? Canine Companions shared an excellent article and infographic. Eliot is a service dog for Krista always, a facility dog when working at M3, and a therapy dog when they are visiting as a volunteer team. He's a busy and multi-talented pup!
Jane
Jane is a Boxer mix rescued from the Greenville Humane Society and her very favorite thing is playing catch the toy. Like many of us, Jane had some difficult experiences, struggles with anxiety, and sometimes has to practice her own calming techniques. She is our poster dog for understanding what self compassion looks like in real life.
Currently Pursuing
Audrey Connell
Audrey manages billing and insurance processing. She brings an array of knowledge to the position with over eighteen years experience in mental health services. Audrey enjoys overseeing the "behind the scenes" operations of small businesses and helping to support private practice owners nationwide.
Our Office
M3 Counseling is located at 905 East Washington Street in Greenville, SC. Parking is located behind the building. Please turn on Williams Street and take the first right into the alley behind the building. Please be sure to park in the spots marked "Waterstone Dentistry" as we're in the upper level of their building.
Note: Office located up a flight of stairs with no elevator access. ADA accessible sessions are available upon request. Please reach out with any accessibility needs and we'll happily accommodate.
M3 Counseling is a fragrance free office. M3 Counseling recognizes the hazards caused by exposure to scented products and cleaning chemicals and we have a policy to provide a fragrance free environment for all. A service dog may be utilized to check for fragrances.
HOURS
Availability is by appointment only. Appointments are generally offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
The office is closed on all holidays as well as the following dates:
Dec 23, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
Winter BreakJan 9 - Jan 10, 2025
EMDR TrainingFeb 28- Mar 6, 2025
WVC Annual ConferenceMar 27-30, 2025
ABVP SymposiumMay 26-June 6, 2025
Summer BreakDec 22, 2025 - Jan 5, 2026
Winter Break
If you are experiencing a mental health or substance use-related emergency, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. You will be connected with a trained crisis counselor in a crisis center, who will answer the call or text, provide support, and share resources if needed. For other emergencies, please call 911.