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Struggling with DNA Testing?

You’re not alone. We’re here to help.

We offer support and guidance for people looking to better understand their DNA results and where to go next.

Whether you are the individual or family member directly impacted by an unexpected DNA discovery,

we can help.

Ways We Can Help

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The DNA Guide for Adoptees and other books

If you are a person who was adopted, donor-conceived or have misattributed parentage (NPE), DNA testing can open up the search for information about your origins and your health.

We’ve worked hard to compile the resources in this book and clearly explain how DNA and genealogical records fit together like the pieces of a puzzle.

This resource answers questions about health, ancestry, biological family, and DNA.

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DNA Clarity and Support podcast

Brianne hosts a podcast featuring authors of DNA-related books. Listen to discussions about a wide range of DNA topics. Most episodes focus on family discoveries, misattributed parentage, and personal identity. Others bring up related topics like the use of at-home tests for genetic health and crime scene.

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Who’s Behind Watershed DNA

Brianne Kirkpatrick is a nationally acclaimed genetic counselor, consultant, author, and founder of Watershed DNA. She guides people in making sense of unexpected DNA results, coaches those preparing to share a DNA secret, and assists those attempting to search for biological family understand how DNA testing works.

 

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