Front Porch Psychiatry

03/27/2026

🧬 Let's talk GENETICS!! 🧬

At Front Porch Psychiatry, we believe mental health care should be as personalized as possible. One of the tools we use to help guide treatment decisions is Tempus genetic testing, which offers a more advanced and comprehensive approach compared to traditional pharmacogenetic tests like GeneSight.

Most people have heard of GeneSight, which focuses primarily on how your body metabolizes psychiatric medications, essentially how your liver enzymes (like CYP450) break medications down. While that information can be helpful, it only tells part of the story.

Tempus testing goes several steps further.

Tempus analyzes a broader set of genetic markers that help us understand not just how you metabolize medications, but also how your brain may biologically respond to them. It evaluates pharmacokinetic genes (metabolism) and pharmacodynamic genes (how medications interact with receptors and brain pathways). This provides a more complete picture when choosing medications for conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders.

Another advantage is that Tempus continuously integrates new research and clinical data, which helps keep recommendations aligned with the most current science in psychiatric genetics.

What does this mean for you as a patient?

✔ More personalized medication selection
✔ Potentially fewer trial-and-error medication changes
✔ Better understanding of why you experience certain feelings, behaviors and symptoms

Genetic testing doesn’t replace clinical judgment or therapy, but it can be an incredibly valuable decision-support tool when creating a treatment plan.

If you’ve struggled with medications that didn’t seem to work or caused difficult side effects, genetic testing may help guide us toward better options.

Your mental health journey deserves a personalized approach. 💙

03/26/2026

Dear Community,

Spring is a beautiful reminder that growth often happens quietly beneath the surface.

Just like the flowers beginning to bloom, healing takes time. Some seasons in life may feel heavy, slow, or uncertain, but that doesn’t mean growth isn’t happening. Small steps can create meaningful change over time.

If this season has felt difficult, you are not alone. Brighter days often begin with the smallest moments of hope.

Take a deep breath, step outside if you can, and remember: new beginnings are always possible.

💗 Front Porch Psychiatry

03/23/2026

We are currently accepting:
- BCBS
- United Healthcare
- UMR
- Optum
- Oscar
- Cigna
- Aetna
- MedBen
- Regular Mississippi Medicaid
- Ambetter
- Magnolia Medicaid (Starting April 17th)
- Molina Medicaid (Coming Soon)
- TrueCare Medicaid (Coming Soon)
- Regular Medicare (Coming Soon)
- Tricare (Coming Soon)

Please visit our website to schedule your appointment!
www.FrontPorchPsychiatry.com

03/14/2026

We’re so thankful for our sweet friend Brittany Mayo, who stopped by to paint our windows as we prepare for Resurrection Sunday. ✝️

What a beautiful reminder of the hope, love, and new life we have because of Jesus. Thankful for friends who share their gifts and help point hearts toward Him as we celebrate this special season.

03/10/2026

We've only got 3 openings for new patients next week! Come get your ADHD / Genetics Testing!

02/28/2026

Request an appointment online. One spot left for new clients next week!!

www.FrontPorchPsychiatry.com

02/25/2026

We are so proud of the Strayhorn High School Juniors for this well-deserved recognition! Congratulations on leading the way and helping create such a positive, encouraging atmosphere in your school.

At Front Porch Psychiatry, investing in the emotional well-being and character development of our youth is close to our hearts. It’s an honor to support initiatives that promote kindness, leadership, and community.

Keep shining, Tate County!! The impact of kindness reaches further than you know! 💟

Our district-wide Kindness Campaign for grades 5-12 is in full swing, and we are incredibly proud of the positive atmosphere our students are building.
A huge congratulations to the Strayhorn High School Juniors for being named the winners for their school for the month of January!
We also want to extend a sincere thank you to Front Porch Psychiatry for sponsoring the delicious snacks for their reward celebration. We appreciate your investment in our students' character and well-being.
Keep spreading kindness, Tate County!

02/23/2026

If you need Mental Health Services: we have a new patient opening on Wednesday and Thursday next week. We also have 2 spots open the week of spring break! Give us a call or apply online!

02/19/2026

If you’ve ever felt like finding the right medication was trial and error, you’re not wrong.

Genetic testing in psychiatry is not just about which medication might work best. It goes so much deeper than that.

It looks at:

🧠 How your brain makes key neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine
🧠 How your body metabolizes medications, whether too fast, too slow, or just right
🧠 How your brain processes and clears those chemicals once they are made
🧠 How your brain transports the chemicals throughout your brain when you're under stress
🧠 How effectively your brain creates new brain cells and nourishes them
🧠 How effectively your brain cells communicate with each other

In other words, it helps us understand the mechanics behind your symptoms.

Certain gene variations are also associated with increased susceptibility to conditions like ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. That does not mean a diagnosis is predetermined, but it can provide valuable insight into why you may experience symptoms the way you do.

At Front Porch Psychiatry, genetic testing is one more tool our Genetics Specialist uses to create a thoughtful, personalized treatment plan. No guesswork. No one-size-fits-all approach.

If you are tired of medication trial and error and want a more individualized approach to your mental health care, let’s talk.

Call us or visit our website to learn more or schedule an appointment.

☎️ 662-205-0845
💻 www.FrontPorchPsychiatry.com

02/18/2026

Hi Community!! We've had a spot open up for a new patient this Thursday if anyone is in need of mental health services! BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, Ambetter, Regular Medicaid, MedBen. More to come!

02/14/2026

Self-care isn’t indulgence, it’s necessary.
Loving yourself well means listening to your mind. It means honoring your limits. And it means giving yourself permission to rest without guilt.

💗You are worthy of care.
💗You are allowed to slow down.
💗You don’t have to do this alone.
💗Rest is productive.
💗Boundaries are healthy.
💗Your mental health matters.

02/05/2026

HIRING: LICENSED THERAPIST
Front Porch Psychiatry
Private Practice
Senatobia, MS

"Front Porch Psychiatry is a practice that supports your life, not just your caseload."

Front Porch Psychiatry is expanding and seeking a licensed therapist to join our growing private practice in Senatobia. We are looking for a clinician who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults and is motivated to build and grow their own caseload within a supportive, collaborative practice. **Waitlist of clients already in effect**

Position Highlights:
• Full-time position
• W2 or 1099 options available
• Flexible scheduling
• Mississippi license required
• Interest in working across the lifespan

What Sets Us Apart:
• Newly remodeled, welcoming office space
• Receptionist and scheduling support provided
• Credentialing provided to help you get paneled efficiently
• In-office medication management for coordinated care and referrals
• Competitive compensation
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and support for working parents
• Supportive, peaceful private practice environment

At Front Porch Psychiatry, we believe excellent patient care starts with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and able to maintain balance both professionally and personally.

📩 Interested in learning more?
Send us a message or submit your resume and let's talk.