Meet Our Staff

At Holly Hill Hospital, we know that it’s our people who make a difference in the lives of our patients. Each of our team members, from mental health technicians and nurses to doctors and therapists, has the devotion and training to serve our patients with dignity and excellence.

The heart of our team shows their passion and dedication to the recovery process both inside and outside the walls of Holly Hill Hospital. All of our psychiatrists have shared their knowledge with others as teachers of psychiatry in university medical centers.

In addition to psychiatry, more than half of our medical staff has significant medical care experience, including having worked as emergency care physicians. Collectively, they’ve published over 40 articles in medical journals and have served in Veterans Affairs hospitals and enlisted military treatment settings.

Recovery isn’t easy, but we want to ensure your journey is as smooth as possible. Our team will walk with you and your loved ones every step of the way.

Our Team

Dr. Kippy Woodlief
Dr. Kippy Woodlief
Interim Chief Executive Officer
 
Dr. Kippy Woodlief is the Interim Chief Executive Officer (formerly Chief Nursing Officer) for Holly Hill Hospital. With more than 23 years of nursing experience, Kippy focuses on implementation of patient-centered care, evidence-based standard of patient care and performance improvement; making patient safety her top priority.
 
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Dr. Mark Cheltenham
Dr. Mark Cheltenham
Chief Medical Officer
 
Dr. Mark Cheltenham is a board-certified psychiatrist with over two decades of experience in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of mental health conditions, including depression, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders.
 
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Jonathan K. Hardeman II, BSN-RN
Chief Operations Officer
 
Jonathan Hardman is a highly accomplished and compassionate nurse with over ten years of experience in the behavioral health field. With a solid foundation in nursing, he began his journey as a Certified Nursing Assistant and has since risen through the clinical ranks to become a respected leader in the industry.
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Jim Chatman
Chief Financial Officer
 
Jim E. Chatman, CPA, MBA, CMA, FHFMA, joined Holly Hill Hospital in January 2024 as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
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Sh'nautica Battle
Director of Clinical Services - Children's Campus
 
Sh'nautica Battle has been a member of the Holly Hill family for seven years. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Elizabeth City State University and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University.
 
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Alice Hawley
Nurse Education Manager
 
Alice Hawley joined Holly Hill Hospital in 2024. She has her BSN from Brenau University. Alice is a proud native Georgian who started with UHS in Georgia over 17 years ago as a Mental Health Technician.
 
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Karen Andrews
Director of Nursing, Holly Hill Children's Campus; Military Program
 
Karen Andrews is the Director of Nursing for Holly Hill’s Children Campus and our newly opened Military Program. Karen has 20 years of extensive experience in psychiatric nursing and mental health leadership.
 
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Christal Wilson
Director of Clinical Services
 
Christal Wilson is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with more than 17 years of experience supporting individuals and families through behavioral health challenges. She joined Holly Hill Hospital with a strong commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence.
 
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Stacey Kennedy, LCSWA
Director of Outpatient Services
 
Stacey joined the staff of Holly Hill Hospital in 2022 as a provisionally licensed therapist before transitioning to the Director of Clinical Services/Children's Hospital and now to Director of Outpatient Services.
 
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Sharde` Edwards
Director of Business Development
 
Sharde` brings over 15 years of leadership experience in behavioral health, with a strong background in strategic outreach, provider engagement, and community advocacy.
 
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Alexis Hampton
Director of Intake & Admissions
 
 
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Sonya McMillian
Director of Nursing, Adult Hospital
 
Sonya McMillian joined Holly Hill Hospital in July 2024 with 29 years of nursing experience and over 20 years of behavioral health and leadership experience. She has her BSN in Nursing and her Master's in Nursing Leadership and Administration from Capella University.
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Alice Parker
Director of Human Resources
 
Alice Parker has been a member of the Holly Hill family for 15 years and was promoted to Director of Human Resources in 2024.
 
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Sheila Renee Williams
Sheila Renea Williams, MC, BA, AS, CPC
Director of Utilization Management
 
Sheila Renea Williams holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Counseling from North Carolina Wesleyan College and a Master of Science in Counseling from Capella University. A certified life coach, Sheila has built a career helping individuals achieve their goals with a focus on personal and professional growth.
 
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Get Help Now

Sometimes life feels too heavy to handle on your own and you need someone to help you through. We want you to know that it’s okay to ask. We promise that our assessment counselors will meet you with compassion and without judgment. No matter where you are, it’s never too late to reach out.

It all starts with a confidential level of care assessment, accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’ll walk you through every step of the process. You don’t have to be alone. Let us help. Call 919-250-7004 or complete our online contact form.

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