More than one in four adults has mental health concerns, which are often treatable with medication management. At American Psychiatric Care, based in Bel Air, Silver Spring, and Perry Hall, Maryland, the skilled psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners offer genetic testing to determine the best medications to treat your condition based on your genes. Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.
Genetic testing at American Psychiatric Care is a diagnostic test that checks your DNA to learn which medications are likely the most effective to treat a diagnosable mental health condition.
It allows your specialist to create a treatment plan based on your genetic makeup, eliminating trial and error to optimize medication management.
American Psychiatric Care combines medical expertise with advanced technology to customize effective psychiatric treatment plans.
American Psychiatric Care offers genetic testing to help you or a loved one manage the following conditions:
Genetic testing can help you find the most appropriate medication to help you ease bothersome symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Genetic testing at American Psychiatric Care is often part of an initial psychiatric evaluation. Your provider discusses your medical history, lifestyle, symptoms, and current medications. They use DSM-5 criteria to evaluate your emotions, moods, thoughts, and behaviors.
A genetic test is a painless cheek swab that analyzes your DNA and discovers how it may affect medication metabolism. American Psychiatric Care also offers cognitive testing for qualifying candidates.
After receiving the results of genetic testing, the team discusses your treatment options. They might recommend starting medications, altering your current medication regimen, or psychotherapy. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and Spravato® are also available.
After beginning treatment, it’s important to follow up with your mental health provider to ensure effective, long-lasting mental health outcomes.
They can refill your prescription whenever necessary and provide in-person and telehealth therapy sessions to help you overcome unpleasant symptoms of a mental health disorder.
For best results, it’s helpful to:
Get plenty of sleep and avoid drugs, smoking, and alcohol.
Schedule an in-person or virtual evaluation at American Psychiatric Care by phone or request one online today to learn if you’re a candidate for genetic testing.