Welcome to Watershed DNA
Search Topics
- DNA Surprise 39
- NPE 37
- DNA 33
- DNA Discovery 32
- Direct to Consumer DNA 23
- Adoption 21
- Adoptees 18
- Ancestry Testing 17
- Misattributed Parentage 17
- Family Search 16
- Home DNA Test 14
- Medical Genetics 14
- Donor Conception 13
- 23andMe 12
- Genetic Counselor 12
- Podcast 12
- Genetic Genealogy 11
- Biological Family 10
- Genetics 10
- DNA Test 9
- At Home Testing 8
- Family History 8
- Sperm Donation 8
- Biological Father 7
- DNA Shocks 7
- DNA Support 7
- DTC Genetics 7
- Genetic Counseling 7
- Raw Data 7
- Donor Conceived 6
- Promethease 6
- ROH 6
- Alzheimer 5
- DNA Guide for Adoptees 5
- DNA Podcast 5
- Family 5
- Forensic Genealogy 5
- Genetic Testing 5
- Paternity 5
- Resources 5
- Stem Cell Transplant 5
- Birth Parents 4
- Egg Donation 4
- Family Health History 4
- GEDMatch 4
- Non-Paternity 4
- Support 4
- Support Group 4
- Cousin Couples 3
- Family Secrets 3
How can a genetic counselor help someone after a DNA surprise?
Genetic counselors are healthcare professionals trained in both medical genetics and counseling. Most are comfortable answering questions about the health implications of DNA test results. This includes what conditions may run in families, what risks might exist for relatives, and when medical follow-up is recommended. Read more about genetic counselors from Brianne Kirkpatrick Williams and the way she helps after a DNA surprise.
Genetic Counselors - Who Are They and What Do They Do?
Once a year, we celebrate Genetic Counselor Awareness Day! That day is upon us!