Board of Directors

Ellen Cochran, M.Ed.

Ellen Cochran has been an integral part of Restoration Place Counseling since 2010, serving as a Board Member, Mountain Mover, and mentor for our Founder/CEO. Ellen’s experience as President and CEO of the Mental Health Associates of the Triad for more than 20 years has been invaluable to RPC as she shared a wealth of knowledge and wisdom during our years of substantial growth. About RPC, Ellen states, “I see such a need for the wonderful work being done by RPC. I love being a small part of its great mission.”

Although Ellen is originally a Georgia girl, she’s been proud to live in North Carolina for over two decades. Ellen’s passion in life is to work to contribute to the greater good – most importantly by working for the Lord to share the love and care of Jesus to all she meets.

Ellen is a member at Mercy Hill Church and has an adult daughter, Katherine.

Fun Fact: Ellen is a leader in a guild for a video game with international players.

Favorite Inspirational Quote: “It always seems impossible till it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela

Cindy Griffie, M.Ed.

Cindy is a dedicated member of the RPC Board, having served since 2010. She spent 31 years as a teacher and administrator. Married for 50 years this year, she has two daughters and two granddaughters. Cindy is a true local, having lived in the area her entire life except for college and 7 years in Charlotte due to her husband’s job. When she’s not busy with RPC, Cindy is spending time with her 95-year-old mother.

When asked what made her want to serve RPC as a board member, she said “I sensed a deep connection with RPC and received direction from Abba to serve this organization. Being the mother and grandmother of girls made me aware of the deep need for help for those who cannot and those who can afford counseling.”

Fun Fact: Cindy loves to laugh, garden, and spend time at the coast with her grandchildren.

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Jenny Thomas

Jenny Thomas has been serving Restoration Place Counseling in multiple ways since 2012, when she first served on the Board of Directors as Treasurer. Since that time, Jenny has twice been a Restoration Runway model, joined the Mountain Movers Club, and has now rejoined the Board for her second term.

Hailing from a small town in Anson County, NC, it’s no wonder that this now-turned-city-girl can still be found driving the tractor or helping fix things around the family farm. She also enjoys working in her own yard here in Greensboro.

After graduating from UNC-Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s and master’s degree, Jenny relocated to Greensboro in 2005. She began her career in public accounting with Dixon Hughes Goodman, which was once the largest accounting firms headquartered in the Southern U.S. For the past ​11.5 years, she’s been the Controller for Olympic Products, LLC, a joint venture company between Woodbridge and INOAC.

About why she supports Restoration Place, Jenny shares, “I have seen the help this organization provides, and I love that it is Christ-centered and unwavering on those principles.”

Jenny enjoys singing on the praise team at Lawndale Baptist Church, as well as serving in other ministries too. She is momma to one fur-baby, Sophie, a Maltese Shitzu mix. Finally, Jenny finds great joy in spending time with friends and family.

Amy Baradell

Amy is co-owner of Window Works Studio, Inc., where she leads a team of ten women designing custom window treatments. She’s passionate about connection and has been a dedicated supporter of Restoration Place Counseling (RPC) since 2011.

Originally from Tennessee, Amy grew up in Raleigh, NC, and graduated from UNCG. She enjoys sewing, running races with her husband Don, and making music together—she on piano, he on guitar.

Amy has served RPC through years of volunteer leadership through the Restoration Runway Fashion Committee. She’s grateful not only to serve, but also to have received support through counseling herself.

Fun Fact: After college, Amy helped create a costume for Chevy Chase while working at a costume shop in upstate New York.

Amy Meinecke

Amy Meinecke is the co-owner of Window Works Studio, Inc., a custom window treatment business in Jamestown, North Carolina. With over 25 years of experience in the home design industry, she began her business from home and grew it into a full-service retail studio with an in-house drapery workroom. In 2009, she partnered with Amy Baradell to form Window Works Studio, combining their shared vision for quality craftsmanship, personalized service, and business growth.

She has been married to her high school sweetheart, Terry, for 37 years. Together they have two grown children, Kylor and Caitlin, and a German Shepherd named Ella. Amy enjoys running, hiking, skiing, and growing flowers in her spare time.

A long-time volunteer at Restoration Place Counseling, Amy has served in various roles over the past 14 years and is honored to continue supporting RPC’s mission as a member of the Board.

Cyndi Tew

Cyndi is the President of her family business, RSVP Communications, a full-service marketing support group. RSVP specializes in e-commerce fulfillment, contact center and customer support.
Cyndi, originally from Greensboro, has been married to her husband Jason for 25 years and they have three daughters, Zoe, Annalaine, and Denali.

She has been serving on the board of RPC for four years, supporting our mission to offer affordable, faith-based counseling. She loves giving back to the community and has seen firsthand the impact of counseling services on her own family.

“My company has attended and supported the Restoration Runway event for many years. I love the concept of the sliding scale to offer affordable, faith-based counseling. My involvement with RPC has made me much more “tuned in” to mental health issues among women and the value of therapy. I feel honored to give my time and talent to support counseling with Christ at the center.”

In her free time, Cyndi enjoys hiking, reading, and trying out new recipes.

Fun Fact: Cyndi has had the same best friend since she was 7 years old – they still talk every day and see each other at least once a week.

Jeffrey S. Kerr, MD

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Matt Tsuei, MD, FACS

Dr. Matt Tsuei has been married to his wife Judy for 26 years. They have 2 daughters, 3 dogs and 2 cats. Dr. Tsuei is the President of Central Carolina Surgery and Chief of the Duke University Division of Community General Surgery. In addition to leading the division, he performs breast cancer, gastrointestinal, gallbladder, and hernia surgery.

Born in New Jersey, Matt moved around some during his younger years to Texas and Ohio; however, he spent most of his formative years in Baton Rouge, LA (Geaux Tigers!). Med school and surgery residency brought Matt and his family to the great state of North Carolina. He also served four years in the US Air Force – based at Andrews Air Force Base. After leaving the military, Matt and his family moved back to NC and has been in Greensboro since 2006. He enjoys DIY projects (with varying degrees of success), traveling, and reading.

Dr. Tsuei shared, “I love that RPC makes counseling services accessible to those that may not have the resources to seek help otherwise. The pressures of modern society affect many of us and sometimes we need help recovering from difficult situations or facing new challenges.” When asked why he became a Board Member, he stated, “I have observed the ministry of RPC for years, and I felt called to serve.”

FUN FACT: When President George W. Bush traveled to places without a trauma hospital, Matt’s mobile surgical team would set up a temporary operating room in case of any emergency that might involve the President or First Lady. They traveled to Senegal, Uganda, as well as Cabo San Lucas, with the White House Medical Unit. Obviously, his services were never needed.