Newborn Screening Counseling
Early screening for Sickle Cell Disease and trait is critical, as it helps families understand the potential implications for their child’s health and future. By offering counseling, parents can make informed decisions, learn about
the genetic nature of the trait, and understand how it might affect their child or their family’s health down the line. It’s important to remember the sickle cell trait does not lead to the disease, but it can be passed on to future
generations. If both parents carry the trait, there is a possibility their child could inherit Sickle Cell Disease. Providing support and education through certified counselors is a valuable resource to help families manage this
information and plan for the future.
Certified Sickle Cell Educator/Counselors:
Felicia Amos
(251) 432-0301 ext. 105
Taryn Taylor Brooks
(251) 432-0301 ext. 109
Child and Adult Trait Counseling
Counseling services are available to anyone who tests positive for sickle cell trait or one of its variants. Certified sickle cell counselors assist individuals in understanding their sickle cell status and its implications. Our goal is to counsel individuals with positive test results so that they can make informed decisions about their lives. All counseling sessions are confidential, non-directive, and offered free of charge.
Trait Counseling at Local Health Department
The Mobile Chapter’s service area covers nine counties, many families of infants with sickle cell trait are unable to travel to Mobile for counseling. To address this, the SCDAA- Mobile Chapter began offering counseling services at health departments in Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia, Monroe, Clarke, Washington, Conecuh, Covington, and Choctaw counties. This expansion ensures families have access to essential support closer to home.
Sickle Cell Disease Association of America –
Mobile Chapter, Inc.
1453 Springhill Avenue
P.O. Box 40696
Mobile, AL 36604
Phone: 251-432-0301
Fax: 251-432-3347
mailto:info@scdmobile.org
SCDAA-Mobile Chapter is a United Way partner Agency and receives grant funding for laboratory and counseling services.
Hours of Operation
Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Laboratory Services (by Appointment Only)