Dr. Lauren Lee, DPT is an Eastern North Carolina native who graduated from East Carolina University’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelors of Science in Biology and Exercise Science at the University of Mount Olive, where she competed as a Division II Volleyball athlete. Throughout her educational, clinical, and athletic experiences, Lauren has developed a passion for outpatient orthopedic care with a focus in manual therapy. She has knowledge and training ranging across the age spectrum, from children with developmental delays, weekend warriors, and even to older adults following joint replacements. She is trigger point dry needling certified utilizing a non-aggressive technique to assist with pain, mobility, and motor control.
Lauren aspires to further her training by becoming a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT). She believes that patient-focused care provided in a fun, friendly environment is the first step towards positive outcomes and she is excited to get you back in the game.
This small-town girl enjoys keeping her competitive side alive by participating in indoor/outdoor volleyball leagues, running, watching any and all sports, and exploring this beautiful city.
Dr. Laurice Morton, DPT is a Bluefield, West Virginia Native who graduated from Alabama State University’s Doctorate Physical Therapy Program in 2011. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Minor In chemistry at Marshall University. From 2013-2019 she worked in an outpatient/ Acute Care Hospital in Princeton, WV which involved in the treatment of treated orthopedic post-op, spinal pathologies (cervical to sacral), neurological conditions such as MS, Parkinson’s Disease, TBI’s, Spinal Cord Injuries (cervical to Lumbar Injuries), vestibular dysfunction, and wound care. Throughout her work experience, she gained knowledge and training in kinesiotaping, Myofascial Release, Primal Reflex Release Techniques, a variety of manual treatments, and neuro rehab. At the hospital in Princeton, WV, she served as a staff relief physical therapist and supervised 4 PTs, 7 PTAs, and 2 office staff clinicians.
Laurice aspires to further her training by becoming a Pelvic Floor Specialist and LSVT BIG certified clinician.
Laurice is new to the area and is excited about meeting new patients and being able to bring her skills to the city of Mooresville. Outside of the clinic, Laurice enjoys watching football (Go Herd!!!), giving back to the community through her sorority- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc, and spending time with her family. She is excited to join the Saylor Team.
Leanne Reed, PT, DPT, KCMT was born and raised in the Boston area but recently moved to North Carolina from Chicago where she ran a small private practice for the last 13 years. Leanne earned her Bachelor degree in physical therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, MA and later completed her Doctorate degree from Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, IL. She has also completed a 525 hour massage therapy certification from the Center of Advanced Therapeutics in Denver, CO.
Leanne is passionate about learning and during her 20 years experience as a physical therapist, she has completed numerous continuing education courses in areas like muscle energy techniques, manipulation, myofascial release, movement assessment, motor control retraining and Trigger Point Dry Needling. In 2015 Leanne completed a 2 1/2 year manual therapy certification from The Manual Therapy Institute followed by achieving the international recognition as a certified Kinetic Control Movement Therapist (KCMT) in 2017.
Leanne’s specialties include working with complex spine and sacroiliac joint dysfunctions along with chronic pain. She prides herself in taking a holistic approach to physical therapy and treating the whole person. She utilizes comprehensive evaluations and expert clinical reasoning skills in order to get to the root of your problem. Then she can then provide the most appropriate, effective and up to date treatments available for the best possible outcomes.
Leanne is very excited to be a member of the Saylor family. While not working, she is having fun exploring Lake Norman and Charlotte with her husband and 2 children.
