Healthcare for where you are.
And where you want to go.
Some people come with complicated symptoms and "normal" labs.
Others have a specific health goal or simply want to be more proactive.
At Grace, we'll start with your story and your priorities, then work together to build a plan that serves you and your goals.
It's your life, after all.
You may have a long list of symptoms, several folders of lab results, and more theories than answers.
Maybe you're dealing with:
• Fatigue, brain fog, or poor sleep
• Hormone changes, thyroid concerns, or weight changes
• Digestive problems or food sensitivities
• Chronic pain or persistent inflammation
• Symptoms that don't make sense or seem connected
• Questions about prevention, healthy aging, or staying well
You don't have to organize all of that before you come.
At Grace, you'll have enough time to tell your story. What you feel. What you've tried. What helped, what didn't, and what you hope will be different.
Then we begin putting the clues in order together.
How Grace Works
You get space to tell your whole story
We start with your experience, history, symptoms, goals, and prior testing.
We organize the clues
I look for patterns across your symptoms, labs, history, medications, nutrition, daily life, genetics, and environment. We may also look at sleep, stress, nervous system function, movement and structure, and how your body responds under strain, especially when those factors seem connected to your symptoms.
Then we choose the next useful step
That may mean reviewing existing information more carefully, ordering targeted testing, adjusting a medication or supplement plan, using osteopathic treatment (OMM) when appropriate, or simply changing the order in which we address things.
Build and refine the plan together
The plan should make sense for your body, your life, your goals, and your resources.
Virtual visits are available throughout South Carolina and North Carolina. In-person visits are available in Pickens, SC.
There are a few ways to work with Dr. Melissa
Medical Consultations
We start with your experience, history, symptoms, goals, and prior testing.
In-person or virtual.
Osteopathic Care (OMM)
For hands-on evaluation and treatment when structure, movement, function, and physiology are part of the question.
Focused Pathways
For specific goals that benefit from a more structured plan and support over time.
In-person or virtual.
What to expect from a medical consultation
Initial consultations are scheduled for ninety minutes and provide you with the opportunity to share your story, questions and goals.
Before your visit, Dr. Melissa reviews the information you've submitted so your appointment can focus on your questions, what may be connecting the pieces, and what makes sense to do next.
You'll leave with a practical initial plan and a clearer understanding of the next steps, including whether additional testing, treatment, or follow-up would be useful.
Ongoing care, when you need it
Follow-up care is shaped around what you need. Sometimes we need time to step back, review new information, and look at the bigger picture. Other times, one focused question or adjustment may only need a brief check-in.
Extended Follow-Ups (60 minutes) allow time to review changes, new information, and your plan without rushing. Focused Follow-Ups (30 minutes) are available for specific concerns, while Quick Virtual Check-Ins (15 minutes) offer a shorter option for straightforward questions or adjustments.
What to expect from an OMM visit
OMM visits begin with a conversation about your concerns and an osteopathic evaluation. Hands-on treatment is tailored to what we find and your comfort.
During treatment, you'll sit or lie on a massage table. There's no need to undress, although you'll typically remove your shoes and glasses. Comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily is helpful.
Dr. Melissa will explain what she's doing as she goes, with no unexpected maneuvers. You can ask questions or request adjustments at any time.
OMM visits are available for new and established patients, and treatment may also be included during a medical consultation when appropriate and time allows.
Pricing
Initial Consultation (90 min): $600
Your first visit is an opportunity to tell your story, explore your health concerns, and identify what matters most to you. We'll review your history, discuss your goals, and begin developing a plan that fits your needs.
Osteopathic Manual Medicine (OMM) visit (60 min): $200
Visits are up to one hour and include osteopathic evaluation and hands-on treatment tailored to what we find that day. Available to new or established patients. OMM may also be incorporated into any other visit type depending on need and time available.
Once you're established with Grace, you can choose from the following appointment options depending on your needs:
Extended Follow-up (60 min): $400
Time to look at the bigger picture. We'll review your progress, explore ongoing or new concerns, discuss results, and adjust your care plan as needed.
Focused Follow-up (30 min): $200
A shorter visit for a specific concern, reviewing results, or checking progress with an existing plan. Best for concerns that can be addressed in a shorter appointment.
Quick Virtual Check-in (15 min): $90
A brief virtual visit for one specific question, reviewing progress, or making a straightforward adjustment to your care plan.
Focused Pathways: $2,997 paid in full or 6 monthly payments of $550
Grace also offers six-month, physician-led programs for healthy aging, weight and metabolism, and stress resilience. Each pathway combines physician visits, personalized genetic testing, laboratory testing, and individualized care focused on a specific health goal.
Explore the Focused Pathways to learn what's included in each program and how to get started.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) cards are accepted, along with major credit and debit cards.
Grace does not bill insurance for services. Superbills are available upon request for patients who wish to submit them to their insurance company for possible reimbursement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have a diagnosis before scheduling?
No. Many patients come because their symptoms do not yet fit neatly into a diagnosis. You do not need to solve the puzzle before the visit.
Do you accept insurance?
Grace is a direct-pay practice and does not bill insurance. HSA and FSA cards are accepted, and superbills are available upon request.
What specialty testing do you use?
When testing is helpful and makes sense, Grace frequently uses the following tests:
- Genetic analysis
- DUTCH hormone testing
- GI-MAP stool analysis
- Organic Acids Test (OAT)
- MycoTox panels
- Neurotransmitter testing
- Other targeted functional labs
- And standard blood tests
Can Grace replace my primary care doctor?
No. Grace works alongside your established healthcare team and does not provide urgent care or routine primary care services.
Do I need to join a program or package to become a patient?
No. You can work with Grace through individual visits without joining a program or membership.
Grace also offers six-month, physician-led Focused Pathways for people who want a more structured approach to healthy aging, weight and metabolism, or stress resilience. Each combines physician visits, testing, and personalized care over time.
You can choose the kind of care that makes the most sense for you.
You don't have to solve the whole puzzle before you schedule.
Bring the story as you know it. We'll begin there.
Still deciding? Ask Dr. Melissa a question.
Most questions about appointments, pricing, insurance, testing, and what to expect are answered on this page.
If you still have a question that would help you decide whether Grace is a good fit, you may send it directly to Dr. Melissa.
Questions are reviewed personally, and replies are typically sent by email within 2 to 3 business days.
Please note that medical advice, diagnosis, lab interpretation, and treatment recommendations cannot be provided through this form.
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