Weight Management and Chronic Disease
Practical nutrition support for prediabetes/diabetes, kidney disease, heart health and other long-term disease management.
Learn moreRegistered dietitians in Amarillo & Lubbock
Nutrition care built around real life.
Personalized, evidence-based counseling that helps you understand your body, build sustainable habits and feel more confident around food.
- Registered dietitians
- Insurance accepted
- In-person & telehealth
A grounded approach
Food is more than numbers. Your care should be, too.
We look beyond calories and quick fixes. Our registered dietitians listen closely, consider the whole picture and translate nutrition science into practical steps that fit your health, culture, preferences and everyday life.
Meet our team ↗How we can help
Personalized nutrition solutions
Support for different seasons, conditions and goals - always with an individualized plan.
Eating disorders & food relationship
Compassionate counseling designed to reduce fear, build trust and support a more peaceful relationship with food.
Learn morePediatric Nutrition
Support for healthy infant growth, weight management, food allergies and more. Our pediatric dietitians support children from 0-18 years old.
Lactation services available in Lubbock, Tx for poor weight gain, food allergies, etc.
Learn moreGeneral nutrition therapy
Personalized education, disease prevention and sustainable behavior change for lasting results.
Learn moreUnderstand your energy needs
Indirect calorimetry
$150
A breathing test that measures the oxygen you use and carbon dioxide you produce to estimate how many calories your body burns at rest. Your dietitian can use the results to personalize your nutrition plan.
Book a testNutrition support alongside treatment
GLP-1 Nutrition
As little as $150/mo
For medications and nutrition counseling.
Individualized nutrition support to help you meet your nutritional needs and build sustainable habits during GLP-1 treatment.
Apply for GLP-1 careSpecialty care with Rachel Hutto
Women's, maternal and early-life nutrition
Rachel provides connected care for menstrual health education, preconception/fertility nutrition, pregnancy/postpartum, infancy and the first 1,000 days through our specialty clinic Root & Bloom.
What to expect
A clear path forward
Choose your dietitian
Find a provider whose expertise and counseling style fit your needs.
Share your story
We consider your health history, labs, lifestyle, food preferences and goals.
Build a realistic plan
Leave with practical next steps and ongoing support that evolves with you.
Our team
Expert care. Human connection.
Panhandle Nutrition Therapy was founded on a simple belief: everyone deserves access to personalized, evidence-based nutrition care. Our dietitians create a welcoming space where you can feel heard, supported and equipped to thrive.
Clarissa Orona RD, LD
Jayden Ybarra MS, RD, LD
Samantha Rodriguez MS, RD, LD
Rachel Hutto MS, RD, LD, SPN
Meet your dietitians
The people behind your care.
A little about the people you'll meet, so your first visit feels more familiar.
RD, LD
Clarissa Orona
A little about me
Clarissa's interest in nutrition grew from her family history of diabetes, heart disease and obesity. She is passionate about diabetes and weight management, and focuses on listening, supporting her patients and helping them understand how nutrition affects their health. Her goal is to make food and diet changes feel positive and enjoyable.
MS, RD, LD
Jayden Ybarra
A little about me
Jayden helps individuals and families build confidence, sustainable habits and a healthier relationship with food. She translates nutrition science into realistic steps that fit everyday life, without rigid rules or a focus on perfection. Her growing clinical interests include PCOS, preconception, pregnancy and family nutrition.
MS, RD, LD
Samantha Rodriguez
A little about me
As a first-generation Latina dietitian, Samantha believes all foods fit—including cultural favorites such as tortillas, beans and rice. She works alongside patients to find an approach that meets their nutritional needs and lifestyle while removing fear around food. A graduate of Texas A&M and Texas Tech, she supports patients from infancy through older adulthood.
MS, RD, LD, SPN
Rachel Hutto
A little about me
Rachel is the founder of Panhandle Nutrition Therapy and Root & Bloom. She supports women through preconception, pregnancy and postpartum with a food-first, personalized approach. With 10 years of dietitian experience and advanced prenatal nutrition training, she emphasizes education, shared decision-making and judgment-free care. Rachel welcomes patients through Root & Bloom.
Local care
Serving the Texas Panhandle
Meet with a registered dietitian in Amarillo or Lubbock, with telehealth options for eligible clients across Texas.
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Amarillo
1901 Medi Park DriveSuite 222
Amarillo, TX 79106 (806) 803-1558
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Lubbock
5223 79th StreetLubbock, TX 79424 (806) 803-1558
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Virtual care
Secure telehealth appointments may be available to clients throughout Texas, depending on service and coverage.
Check availability ↗Accessible care
Insurance and self-pay options
Nutrition therapy may be covered by insurance depending on your plan and diagnosis. Self-pay nutrition therapy starts at $150 for an initial 60-minute visit and $65 for a 30-minute follow-up .
Coverage and pricing should be confirmed before your appointment. Root & Bloom specialty services may have separate pricing.
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Useful guidance, thoughtfully explained
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Preventing Chronic Disease Through Diet in the Middle Age Years
Read articleBetween visits
Your care, connected.
Quick access to your supplement shop and electronic medical record.
Fullscript
Visit our supplement shop
Access Panhandle Nutrition Therapy's Fullscript shop. Ask your dietitian which supplements, if any, fit your individual needs.
Shop FullscriptHealthie
Log in to your EMR
Visit Healthie to log in to your electronic medical record.
EMR loginCommon questions
Before your first visit
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical nutrition therapy uses individualized nutrition assessment, counseling and education to help prevent or manage health conditions. Your dietitian considers your history, lab work, medications, supplements, lifestyle and preferences.
What conditions do your dietitians support?
Areas of care include diabetes and chronic conditions, pediatric and family nutrition, feeding and eating disorders, sports nutrition and general wellness. Women's, maternal and early-life specialty care is available with Rachel through Root & Bloom.
Will insurance cover my appointment?
Coverage varies by plan and diagnosis. Contact the office before booking so the team can help you understand insurance and self-pay options.
Do you offer Spanish-speaking care?
Spanish-speaking nutrition care is listed among the practice's services. Contact the office to confirm current provider availability.
Ready when you are
Build a healthier tomorrow,
one practical step at a time.
Meet with a registered dietitian who listens, understands and helps you move forward.