BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS
Genetic Counseling for Families
Genetic counseling is a health service that helps people
identify and understand what particular traits they might pass on
to their children. It is performed by doctors and nurses, as well
as by specially educated health professionals who are certified as
genetic counselors and come from a variety of disciplines,
including biology, genetics, psychology, public health, and social
work.
Genetic counselors provide supportive counseling to families,
serve as patient advocates, and refer individuals and families to
community or state support services.
