Elisa Gillespie, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, COMT, LMBT
Meet Dr. Elisa Gillespie
Owner | Physical Therapist | Massage Therapist
Your body deserves care that’s as active and committed as you are. Since 2009, Dr. Gillespie has provided orthopedic physical therapy with advanced hands-on training to help you recover faster, move better, and stay moving - all in a personalized, one-on-one setting.
Education:
B.S. - Rehabilitation Science
DPT - Northeastern University (2009)
Board Certification:
OCS - Orthopedic Physical Therapy, 2014; renewed 2024
Advanced Certifications
CMTPT - Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist, Dry Needling
COMT - Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, Maitland approach
Graston Technique Certified (Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization)
Additional Licensure:
LMBT - Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist. Completed a 600-hour program, Therapeutic Massage Training Institute, Charlotte, NC (2017)
Lauren Craig, PT, DPT, OCS
Meet Dr. Lauren Craig
Physical Therapist | Pelvic Floor Specialist
Dr. Lauren Craig, PT, DPT, OCS, is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist with over 16 years of experience and a specialized focus in pelvic health.
Her passion for this work began with her own experiences during pregnancy and postpartum, when she recognized a critical gap in support and care for women navigating pelvic health challenges.
Since then, she has been deeply committed to helping patients manage a wide range of pelvic conditions—including urinary and bowel dysfunction, diastasis recti, pelvic pain, postpartum and postsurgical recovery, and menopausal changes—with empathy and expertise.
Dr. Craig is known for her compassionate, patient-centered approach, empowering women to reclaim confidence and wellness through every stage of life.
Your Partner in Proactive Care
Dr. Gillespie believes the best time to take care of your body is now - not after pain sidelines you. Since 2009, she has been helping active people recover from injuries, manage stubborn pain, and prevent setbacks before they happen.
Her approach blends the precision of advanced certifications with the perspective that every patient is unique. Every session is hands-on, fully focused on you, and tailored to where you are and where you want to be.
Why Patients Choose Proactive Motion
Patients often come to Dr. Gillespie looking for more than just a list of exercises. They want a therapist who listens, understands their goals, and partners with them from start to finish.
Conveniently located in Lake Norman near Birkdale Village in Huntersville, Proactive Motion makes it easy to access the care you need close to home.
Plus, you’ll always work directly with Dr. Gillespie — never an aide or assistant — so your plan stays consistent and your progress stays on track.
SEE WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING
Don’t take our word for it - check out our Google Reviews to hear from people we’ve helped move better, recover faster, and stay active.
Rebecca Calderon
2025-11-28
Dr Lauren Craig is great to work with for pelvic floor therapy! She is always positive and supportive and has a passion for her area of expertise. She and the other staff are always welcoming and helpful.
Brittney Glover
2025-11-18
Lauren has been my pelvic floor physical therapist since 2023, and she is incredible to work with. She helped me navigate pelvic pain and is now supporting me through my first pregnancy. If you’re looking for a skilled, compassionate pelvic floor PT, Lauren is the one!
josh klein
2025-11-18
elisa is amazing!! Her ability to find the tight muscles and dry needle them back to health! Her knowledge is too notch!
Candice Klein
2025-11-17
Elisa is wonderful, I often do dry needling for my tight neck/shoulders. She is so friendly and helpful and her office has everything you need to feel better.
Laura Zylak
2025-10-14
Dr Elisa is incredibly knowledgeable, caring and passionate about what she does. She takes it to the next level in her care and truly wants every person living their healthiest life. She knows exactly where your trouble areas are and addresses each one intentionally and with a gentle touch. I have finally had relief from neck/back pain after years of dealing with it, and I always look forward to our conversations during my needling and massages! She is truly one of a kind and cannot recommend her enough!
Kristen Pleasants
2025-10-06
I had the pleasure of working with Elisa at Proactive Motion for both knee and back pain, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the care I received. Elisa is incredibly personable, making each session comfortable and encouraging. What stood out most was her commitment to providing truly individualized care—she took the time to understand my specific needs and tailored every aspect of my treatment accordingly. Thanks to her expertise and thoughtful approach, I’ve experienced significant improvement. I highly recommend Elisa to anyone seeking compassionate and effective physical therapy.
Jen Williamson
2025-09-29
Outstanding level of care. Got dry needling done. Elisa was knowledgeable and kind. I can't recommend her highly enough.