Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in North Carolina

Charlotte Sime, LCMHC, is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor working with patients who are struggling with their mental health. Her goal as a provider is to ensure everyone feels heard and that their unique needs are being met. 

Charlotte often works with patients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and substance use. She is passionate about addressing life transitions such as divorce, family conflicts, infertility, and grief. As an LGBTQIA+ friendly therapist, Charlotte is committed to supporting individuals no matter how they identify. She aims to provide a welcoming and safe space for her patients.

Charlotte supports patients through a holistic approach to care, combining it in addition to medications to optimize their mental health. Her holistic treatments can range from exercise to learning habit stacking to improving sleep hygiene. By paying attention to these details, she believes she can support her patients’ goals. Additionally, Charlotte also offers spirituality counseling, if requested by patients. 

Growing up, Charlotte was the person people came to discuss their hurts and struggles, and although she didn’t know how to help then, she wanted to. Now trained and continually learning, she aims to help those with similar challenges. She was drawn to Animo Sano Psychiatry by the opportunity to work alongside those who are dedicated to sharpening their skills and growing professionally.

Lauren Easley, LCSW, offers a compassionate and insightful approach to mental healthcare, shaped by her extensive education and personal experiences. She holds a Master of Science in Social Work, where she gained a deep understanding of both medical and psychological care. Lauren’s passion for mental health was sparked during her undergraduate years while volunteering at a local children’s advocacy center. Witnessing the courage and authenticity of the families she worked with inspired Lauren to pursue a career in mental healthcare, fueling her desire to make a positive impact in the field.

Lauren specializes in managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, autism, women’s issues, and adjustment difficulties and disorders. She employs a variety of psychotherapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Strength-Based approaches. She tailors these diverse methods to each individual’s needs, ensuring effective treatment and creates a safe and welcoming environment for her patients.

Growing up in a rural area with limited mental health services, Lauren witnessed the long-term consequences of unmet needs, fueling her dedication to offering accessible care. Her commitment to accessible, high-quality care led her to Animo Sano Psychiatry, where she offers empathetic and comprehensive support to her patients.

Dr. Caleb Whitenack, MD is a dedicated psychiatrist providing holistic and patient-centered care with a particular focus on TMS treatment. Caleb received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. After medical school, he completed his adult psychiatry residency at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NC.

Caleb specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of women’s mental health issues, ADD/ADHD, panic attacks, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder. Moreover, he utilizes state-of-the-art TMS treatment for depression, ensuring that his patients receive cutting-edge therapeutic options. His approach is multifaceted and his goal is to treat the whole person, focusing on the unique needs of each individual to foster better mental health outcomes. By combining various therapeutic techniques with medication management, Caleb creates a tailored treatment plan that serves the specific needs of his patients.

Caleb’s career in healthcare was inspired by a pivotal experience during medical school, where he treated a child with type I diabetes who faced substantial psychosocial stressors contributing to repeated hospitalizations. This experience ignited his passion for treating the whole person, both body and mind. Caleb was drawn to Animo Sano Psychiatry because he shared in its mission to strive for a healthy mind. At Animo Sano, he continues to provide comprehensive support, where patients’ unique challenges are met with understanding and effective care strategies.

Jamilah Broderick, PA-C, CAQ-PSY, is a dedicated physician assistant with a deep passion for treating patients who feel unseen and unheard. As the child of immigrant parents who worked hard to provide for their family, Jamilah is committed to advocating for underserved, minority, and more vulnerable populations.

Jamilah earned their master’s degree in physician assistant studies from South University in Savannah, GA, and has utilized her education to improve her medical practice. Jamilah’s extensive experience in addiction medicine and treating adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, severe mental illness (SMI), mood, and neurodevelopmental conditions showcases their dedication to mental health care. Her expertise also includes the treatment of ADHD, behavioral issues, SMI, bipolar disorder, chronic impulsivity, eating disorders, and sleep or insomnia. Her approach to care is culturally sensitive, and she uses motivational interviewing, multicultural, positive psychology, and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) approaches in her treatments.

Jamilah’s goal is to provide compassionate, holistic, patient-centered, and goal-oriented care. She believes in spending quality time with patients, where they can feel heard and understood. Utilizing evidence-based approaches and comprehensive evaluations to track outcomes, Jamilah ensures the highest quality care through data monitoring. Whether patients are taking their first steps toward regaining joy or resuming mental health care, Jamilah is committed to being by their side, supporting them in managing their behavioral health and achieving their best lives.