Salt & Souls: A Sanctuary for Breath, Stillness, and Soulful Healing

1. Salt & Souls offers a unique sanctuary with Himalayan salt caves and booths. What inspired the creation of this space, and how does it reflect your vision for holistic wellness?

Salt & Souls was born from a deep desire to offer something I didn’t see enough of—spaces that truly invite rest, stillness, and healing without pressure or pretense. After years in the pharmacy world as a pharmacist, I began to feel the limitations of that model and longed to support people in a more holistic way. I wanted to create a space that felt like an exhale—where the nervous system could soften, where the body could repair, and where the soul felt gently held. 

The Himalayan salt cave and booths are central to that vision. They offer more than respiratory support; they create a sensory experience that encourages deep calm and reconnection. Every detail at Salt & Souls—from the lighting to the sounds we use—is meant to nurture not just physical wellness, but emotional and energetic restoration too. It’s a space for people to come home to themselves. 

2. Halotherapy is central to your offerings. Could you elaborate on the science behind it and the specific benefits clients might experience during sessions?

Halotherapy, or dry salt therapy, involves inhaling microscopic particles of pharmaceutical-grade salt dispersed into the air. The salt is naturally antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and mucolytic—which means it helps break down mucus and supports clearer airways. The dry environment and negative ions in the salt also support skin health and have been shown to help reduce inflammation, making it beneficial for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and acne. 

Clients often come to us with respiratory concerns—seasonal allergies, asthma, lingering congestion—and find noticeable relief after just a few sessions. But just as often, they come for the peace. The quiet, mineral-rich air supports the nervous system in slowing down. Many describe feeling lighter, breathing deeper, and sleeping better after time in the cave. It’s a simple therapy with ancient roots, and the benefits unfold on both a physical and emotional level. 

3. Your membership program includes perks like unlimited daily halotherapy sessions and “Salty Sidekick” passes. How do these features enhance the overall wellness journey for your members?

Our membership was designed to encourage consistency without pressure—to make it easy for people to build rest and restoration into their lives. Unlimited daily halotherapy means members can come as often as they need, whether it’s a quick reset during a stressful week or part of a larger healing routine. The body thrives on rhythm, and regular salt sessions support everything from respiratory health to emotional balance. 

The “Salty Sidekick” passes are one of our favorite features. We’ve found that people often want to share their wellness journey with others, and healing is more powerful when it’s shared. These guest passes let members invite a friend or loved one to experience the cave with them—introducing new people to halotherapy and creating space for meaningful connection. 

In the end, our membership is less about transactions and more about belonging. It’s an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and come home to yourself—again and again. 

4. Beyond halotherapy, Salt & Souls hosts events like sound baths, yoga, and acupuncture. How do these complementary therapies integrate with salt therapy to promote mental clarity and relaxation?

Each offering at Salt & Souls is intentionally chosen to support deeper restoration. Sound baths, yoga, acupuncture—all of these therapies invite the nervous system to shift out of fight-or-flight and into rest-and-repair. When combined with the grounding effects of halotherapy, the experience becomes even more profound. 

Salt acts as a natural amplifier. In yoga or sound sessions, it enhances breath awareness and focus. During acupuncture, the clean, mineral-rich air supports circulation and relaxation. Clients often tell us that they feel “more open” or “like something unblocked” after combining services—and that’s the point. We’re not just stacking treatments; we’re creating layered experiences that help people release, realign, and return to a quieter state of being. 

In a world that asks so much of us, Salt & Souls offers a soft place to land—where healing is approached gently, and wellness is allowed to unfold naturally. 

5. As a locally-owned spa in Charlotte, how do you engage with the community, and what role does Salt & Souls play in supporting collective well-being?

Being locally owned means we’re woven into the rhythm of the Charlotte community—not just as a business, but as a space of care. Salt & Souls was never meant to be a luxury retreat; it was created to be accessible, grounding, and real. We engage with our community through partnerships with other small businesses, participation in local wellness events, and by offering our space for things like guided meditations, workshops, and community acupuncture clinics. 

We also see our role as holding space for collective exhale. Whether someone walks in carrying grief, stress, or simply the weight of a full day, our goal is to meet them with presence and give them tools to reconnect. In that way, Salt & Souls becomes more than a service—it becomes part of someone’s support system. 

We believe community care is self-care. When people feel better—breathe easier, sleep deeper, feel seen—they show up differently in their lives. That ripple effect is why we do what we do.