Meet Melissa

Melissa Price, LCSW, is a licensed therapist and the founder of The Locus of Healing in Charlotte, NC, specializing in trauma and somatic therapy. An expert in trauma and person-centered care, Melissa brings warmth and expertise to every session, integrating evidence-based approaches like Brainspotting and the Safe and Sound Protocol. Melissa is also passionate about bringing concepts of neuroplasticity and brain change into sessions, helping clients heal themselves from the inside out.

With a compassionate, individualized approach, Melissa supports clients in healing from trauma and improving emotional resilience. Passionate about reconnecting clients with their bodies and somatic wellbeing, Melissa empowers individuals and couples to reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and relationships, fostering lasting transformation and well-being.

Expertise and Experience

  • Founder and Owner of The Healing Place Therapy, PLLC, a space for clients to take time to heal their trauma and bodies.

  • Over 15 years in the field, including leadership positions in day treatment and intensive outpatient settings

  • Founder and Owner of Deeper Roots Therapy (opened 2012), a group practice dedicated to somatic therapy, eating disorder treatment and trauma informed outpatient therapy.

  • Trained in Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Therapy, Embodied Recovery, and Transformative Couples Therapy.

  • Adjunct Faculty Member at Sage Colleges

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