Sponsored by The Well Clinic

In today’s fast-paced world, achieving true wellness goes beyond treating mere symptoms – it involves nurturing both the body and the soul. At The Well Clinic, this holistic philosophy is not just a principle but a way of life. With a commitment to guiding individuals into hope, wellness and life, The Well Clinic offers a comprehensive range of services designed to address the entirety of one’s health.

The Well Clinic was started by Melody and Andy Yarborough in 2015 after a decade of thoughtful discussion and planning. Melody, director of medical services, earned a master’s degree in nursing and has focused her career on mental heatlh, while Andy, chief executive officer, has a doctoral degree in psychology. The couple wanted to address a lack of mental health resources in the area, as well as develop a network of like-minded professionals all working together to provide services to Baton Rouge residents.

Today, The Well Clinic employs a staff of 16, including a psychologist, aneuropsychologist, counselors, psychiatric nurse practitioners, a neurofeedback technician and an educational specialist. The clinic stands out by treating the whole person – not just a set of symptoms. This holistic approach includes traditional treatment methods like psychotherapy and medication for people across the lifespan and for conditions such as anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, mood disorders, sleep disorders and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as cutting edge neurofeedback sessions that enhance brain function.  Additionally, The Well Clinic offers specialized school evaluations, assessing beyond diagnosis to ensure children who are struggling receive tailored support.

Many of The Well Clinic’s patients have experienced trauma, and Dr. Yarborough says the
goal is for them to heal toward a meaningful life. “We’re trauma informed, but we’re also growth oriented,” he explains. “It’s one thing to heal FROM something; it’s another thing to heal TOWARD something.”

As part of its holistic approach, The Well Clinic’s staff makes recommendations for lifestyle changes to support mental health and works to uncover and address the underlying causes of mental health issues. The staff will also refer patients to other professionals outside of the clinic if they feel like the patient would benefit on his or her journey to wellness. For example, they might be encouraged to work with a functional medicine practitioner, their primary care physician, a nutritionist, practice yoga, or hire a professional organizer.

The obvious meaning behind the clinic’s name is its mission of moving patients toward
greater well-being. The deeper significance comes from a story in the Bible, where a woman meets Jesus at a well and leaves with the void in her life being filled with Him.

The intention is not to impose the Christian faith on others, Yarborough says, but rather to be “a well of water where people can leave with things they don’t even know they need.”

In a world where true wellness is often overlooked in favor of quick fixes, The Well Clinic offers a different approach. To take the first step toward embracing a holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, visit www.mywellclinic.com.