If you’ve ever felt frustrated cycling through different mental health medications with no relief—or experienced difficult side effects from antidepressants or anxiety medications—you’re not alone. Finding the right treatment can feel like trial and error. But Serene Health & Wellness is proud to offer a solution that can remove much of the guesswork: the GeneSight® Psychotropic test.
This innovative genetic test helps identify how your body may respond to certain psychiatric medications—empowering us to make more informed, personalized decisions for your care.
What Is the GeneSight® Psychotropic Test?
The GeneSight® Psychotropic test is a genetic test that analyzes how your genes may impact your response to medications commonly prescribed for:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Bipolar disorder
- PTSD
- OCD
- Other mental health conditions
The test provides a personalized report to Jennifer, showing which medications may be more effective, which may cause unwanted side effects, and which may require dosage adjustments—all based on your unique genetic makeup.
🔗 Learn more on the official GeneSight® website
Why Is GeneSight® Important?
When it comes to mental health, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. What works for one person might not work for another. The GeneSight® test helps guide treatment by providing:
- Greater insight into how your genes affect your body’s ability to process medications
- Faster relief by helping Serene Health & Wellness select appropriate medications from the start
- Reduced risk of side effects by avoiding medications that may not work well with your genetic profile
- Improved outcomes for patients with treatment-resistant depression or multiple medication failures
“We’re incredibly excited to offer the GeneSight® Psychotropic test at Serene Health & Wellness,” says Jennifer Poche, provider at Serene. “For too long, patients have had to endure a frustrating trial-and-error process with mental health medications. This innovative test allows us to take a more informed, personalized approach—helping us understand how a patient’s genetic makeup may affect their response to certain medications. With this insight, we can avoid unnecessary side effects, reduce delays in relief, and better support our patients on their path to healing.”
How the Test Works at Serene Health & Wellness
Getting the GeneSight® test is easy, quick, and non-invasive. During your appointment with Jennifer, she will take a simple cheek swab. The sample is then sent to the GeneSight® lab for analysis.
Once the results are in, our team will walk you through your report and work with you to tailor your medication plan accordingly. Whether you’re starting mental health treatment for the first time or have been struggling to find the right prescription, this test can be a powerful tool in guiding your care.
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Who Should Consider GeneSight® Testing?
You may be a good candidate for the GeneSight® Psychotropic test if:
- You’ve tried multiple medications with little or no improvement
- You’ve experienced unwanted or severe side effects
- You’re interested in a more personalized approach to treatment
- You’ve been diagnosed with a mental health condition such as depression, anxiety, or ADHD
If you’re unsure, our team at Serene Health & Wellness is happy to talk with you about whether this test is right for you.
Personalized Mental Health Care, Close to Home
At Serene Health & Wellness, we believe in individualized care that considers the whole person—your story, your symptoms, and now, your genetic makeup. Adding GeneSight® testing to our mental health services allows us to offer even more targeted, compassionate support to our patients throughout Mandeville, Covington, and the Northshore area.
We understand that managing mental health is a deeply personal journey. That’s why we’re committed to using the latest tools and treatments to help you find relief, faster—and feel better, longer.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re tired of the trial-and-error process with medications or simply want a deeper understanding of what might work best for you, the GeneSight® Psychotropic test could be the answer.
Schedule an appointment at Serene Health & Wellness in Mandeville and begin your path toward personalized mental health care.
🔗 Visit our Mental Health Services page
🔗 Learn more about GeneSight®
Because the right medication can make all the difference—and your journey deserves clarity, not guesswork.
