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6135 Park South Drive 105 Charlotte, NC 28210
Lauren Carlston, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from South University in Savannah, Georgia. A North Carolina native, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from East Carolina University. As a member of the Apogee Behavioral Medicine team in Charlotte, NC, she provides psychiatric care to include diagnosis and medication management services. She enjoys collaborating closely with Apogee’s therapists to deliver high-quality, individualized care for each of her patients.
Utilizing her clinical expertise and a holistic approach, she treats a wide range of psychiatric conditions across the lifespan (ages 6+). She has a particular interest in treating anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and autism.
With a deep awareness of how mental health affects every aspect of life, Lauren is committed to walking alongside her patients and their families—helping them feel empowered in their mental health journey as they navigate life’s challenges. She is also a dedicated ally, fostering an inclusive space for all patients, including members of the LGBTQ+ community.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Apogee Behavioral Medicine

6135 Park South Drive

105

Charlotte, NC 28210 map

(980) 351-5765

Apogee Behavioral Medicine

401 4th Street Southwest

Suite102

Hickory, NC 28602 map

My website
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (980) 351-5765
Photo of Lauren Carlston, Physician Assistant, PA-C

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Apogee Behavioral Medicine

6135 Park South Drive

105

Charlotte, NC 28210 map

(980) 351-5765

Apogee Behavioral Medicine

401 4th Street Southwest

Suite102

Hickory, NC 28602 map

My website
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Choice
  • Humana
  • MedCost
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Physician Assistant, PA-C
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Physician Assistant, PA-C
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Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: North Carolina / 0010-14458 Lauren Carlston
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (980) 351-5765

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Eating Disorders
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
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Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Motivational Interviewing
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (980) 351-5765
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (980) 351-5765

Location

Primary Location

Apogee Behavioral Medicine

6135 Park South Drive

105

Charlotte, NC 28210

(980) 351-5765

Additional Location

Apogee Behavioral Medicine

401 4th Street Southwest

Suite102

Hickory, NC 28602

(980) 351-5765
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Take the first step to help. Call now - (980) 351-5765
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Lauren Carlston
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Take the first step to help. Call now - (980) 351-5765