Struggling to Find a Medication That Works? What Your Genes Can Reveal

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Sep 29
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Pharmacogenomic testing at Bloom can guide your treatment for fewer side effects and faster relief. Struggling to Find a Medication That Works? What Your Genes Can Reveal.

Finding the right medicine can feel hard. You try a pill. It helps a little. Or it causes side effects. You try another. The same thing can happen again. This makes you tired and sad. We understand. At Bloom Mental Health & Wellness, we help people like you.

What Are Genes and Why Do They Matter?

Genes are tiny instructions in your body. They tell your body how to work. Some genes tell your liver how fast to break down medicine. Some genes tell your brain how to use medicine. This is why one medicine helps one person but not another.

What Is Genetic Testing for Medicine?

Genetic testing looks at your DNA. It finds small differences in your genes. These differences can change how your body reacts to medicine. This kind of test is called pharmacogenomic testing. The test can help your care team pick medicines that fit your body.

How Genetic Testing Can Help You

When we know your genes, we can do better at choosing medicine. This can mean:

Less guessing about what will work.
Fewer side effects.
Faster relief from symptoms.
A plan made for you and your life.

What We Do at Bloom Mental Health & Wellness

We offer many services to help you. We work with you to make a plan that fits your needs and goals.

Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations. We listen to your story. We learn about your health, your past medicines, and your life.
Medication management. We make a plan just for you. We watch how you do on medicine and change the plan when needed.
Psychotherapy. We offer talk therapy that helps you learn skills to feel better. We use short-term and supportive approaches based on your needs.
Holistic wellness practices. We teach simple ways to calm your mind. These include mindfulness, better sleep, and healthy habits for your body.
Collaborative treatment planning. We work with you. You help choose the steps we take. Your voice matters.
Continuity of care. We follow up. We stay in touch and adjust the plan when things change.
Virtual telehealth in Florida. You can meet with us via secure video. We also offer in-person visits.
Education and support. We teach you about your condition and your treatment. We give tools so you can feel in control.

How Genetic Testing Works at Bloom

We discuss your medication history and how you feel. If genetic testing is relevant, we explain it clearly.

The test uses a small sample, like a cheek swab. The lab checks specific genes that affect common psychiatric medicines. Results come back with clear guidance. We review the results with you. We explain what the results mean for your medicines.

What You Can Expect After Testing

After testing, we may:

Pick a medicine that is more likely to work.
Lower the chance of side effects.
Change the dose to what fits your body.
Keep watching you to make sure you do well.

We do not promise a cure. We promise better information and safer choices.

Who Leads Your Care

Your care team is led by Lari Quintero. Lari has more than 25 years of experience in patient care. She began as a registered nurse in 1999. She is a dual board-certified Nurse Practitioner. Lari studied at the University of Central Florida. She brings kindness and skill to every visit. Lari and the team use genetic testing to guide medication choices when it can help.

Is Genetic Testing Safe and Private?

Yes. The tests we use are made for this purpose. Your sample is kept private. We follow rules for your safety and privacy. We only use the test results to help your care.

Who Should Think About Testing?

Genetic testing can help if:

You tried many medicines without a good result.
You had bad side effects from the medicine.
You want to try to find a medicine that fits your body faster.

Not every person needs testing. We help you decide if it is right for you.

How to Start with Us

If you want help, we will listen first. We will explain genetic testing in simple terms. If you choose testing, we will guide you through each step. We work with you by video or in the office in Florida.

A Simple Promise

We know finding the right medicine can feel lonely. We will walk with you. We will use the best tools we have. We will explain each step. We will include your choices in the plan. We want you to feel heard and safe.

If you are ready to learn what your genes can reveal, we are here to help. Contact Bloom Mental Health & Wellness and ask about pharmacogenomic testing and medication management. We will start with a friendly talk and make a plan together.