COUNSELING SERVICES

Newborn screening Counseling

At the hospital, all newborns are tested for a variety of congenital and heritable disorders, including sickle cell disease and trait. The families of infants who test positive for sickle cell trait are invited to meet with one of our  certified counselors to discuss sickle cell and gain an understanding of the impact trait could have on their child’s life.

Certified Sickle cell Educator/Counselors:  Felicia Amos (251) 432-0301
                                                                    Taryn Taylor Brooks - (251) 591-8771
                                                                    Aleida Johnson - (251) 432-0301

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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.

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Trait Counseling at Local Health Department

As the Mobile Chapter’s service area encompasses nine counties, many families of infants with sickle cell trait are unable to travel to Mobile for counseling. In March 2011, the Association began offering counseling services at health departments in Baldwin, Escambia, Monroe, Clarke, Washington, Conecuh, Covington, and Choctaw counties.

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