How a Navy Veteran Built Holistic Inc. into Charleston’s Premier Integrated Wellness Clinic

At Holistic Inc., patients find more than a clinic—they find a philosophy of care built on compassion, service, and whole-body healing. At the heart of that vision is Shawn Blankenship, FNP, the founder and Medical Director of this leading integrated wellness practice in Charleston, West Virginia.

Shawn’s journey from U.S. Navy veteran to healthcare entrepreneur reflects a simple but powerful belief: true health means addressing both body and mind.

A Foundation of Service and Strength

Shawn Blankenship’s path to healthcare started with service. Raised in a single-parent household, he learned resilience and responsibility early in life—values that led him to enlist in the U.S. Navy.

In the Navy, Shawn experienced firsthand the importance of skilled, compassionate medical care in high-stakes situations. Those experiences sparked a lifelong dedication to helping others and shaped the kind of provider he would later become.

From Military Service to Healthcare Leadership

After leaving the military, Shawn pursued his calling in nursing with unwavering determination. He graduated from St. Mary’s School of Nursing, where he served as class president, then continued his education at Marshall University and Chamberlain School of Nursing, ultimately earning his Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) credentials in 2015.

His focus was never on titles—it was on purpose. While balancing work and study, Shawn built a career rooted in service, empathy, and clinical excellence.

The Birth of Holistic Inc.

By 2018, Shawn saw a gap in the way traditional healthcare was being delivered. Many patients’ physical symptoms were connected to unresolved emotional or psychological challenges, yet care for these issues was fragmented across different providers.

He founded Holistic Inc. with a clear mission: to bring primary care, mental health services, and wellness treatments under one roof—creating a safe, welcoming environment where patients could receive integrated, judgment-free care in Charleston, WV.

Today, Holistic Inc. offers a wide range of services, including:

• Primary care and wellness exams

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT and TRT)

• Weight loss programs

• Mental health support

• Functional medicine and integrative health services

This model allows patients to address the whole person—not just a single symptom.

Leading with Quiet Confidence

As Medical Director, Shawn Blankenship is deeply involved in day-to-day patient care. He continues to see clients personally, lead his clinical team, and mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals.

His leadership is steady and collaborative, built on trust and a genuine desire to see both patients and staff thrive. Beyond the clinic, Shawn supports local causes, including a Charleston women’s shelter that holds personal meaning for him, further strengthening his ties to the community he serves.

A Builder—In and Out of the Clinic

Shawn’s passion for building extends beyond healthcare. In his personal life, he has also found success in real estate investment, restoring homes and revitalizing properties. The same mindset that drives him to “restore what’s broken” in real estate informs how he approaches healing and wellness at Holistic Inc.

Family and Balance as the Core

Despite his demanding schedule, Shawn’s greatest source of balance comes from his wife, Julie, and their daughter, Clara. Time with his family—whether traveling, golfing, or simply enjoying life—remains his foundation.

Clara, now pursuing a career in mental health herself, carries forward the family’s legacy of care and compassion.

A Lasting Vision for Healthcare in Charleston

For Shawn Blankenship, healthcare is more than appointments and prescriptions—it’s about meeting people where they are, understanding their struggles, and helping them heal fully.

Through Holistic Inc., Shawn is redefining what wellness means in Charleston, WV. His clinic stands as a model for integrated care, showing that modern medicine can still be deeply human, compassionate, and effective.

Why Holistic Inc.?

Patients across Charleston choose Holistic Inc. because:

• They want a single place for primary care, mental health, and wellness services

• They value personalized, patient-focused treatment plans

• They appreciate care led by a provider with military discipline and a healer’s heart

Experience Integrated Care with Purpose

Shawn Blankenship’s story—from Navy veteran to Medical Director of Holistic Inc.—is one of service, resilience, and vision. His belief that “you can’t separate the body from the mind” is woven into every aspect of the clinic.

If you’re seeking holistic, compassionate care in Charleston, West Virginia, Holistic Inc. is ready to meet you where you are—and help you take the next step toward better health.

Call Holistic Inc. today to schedule your consultation or wellness exam in Charleston, WV.