Sometimes treatment requires more than therapy or medication. Accurate testing, personalized data, and structured evaluations provide the foundation for effective care. At Cura Mind and Wellness, patients across the Houston metro access specialized psychiatric services that deliver clarity, precision, and confidence in the treatment plan. We provide in person appointments in Richmond, TX and secure telepsychiatry across Houston and Fort Bend County.
These services are directed by Vivian Emuobe, MSN, BSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with extensive inpatient and outpatient experience, program leadership, and a whole person approach to mental wellness.
Explore our specialized services
From testing for ADHD to advanced genetic screening for medication safety, Cura offers services designed to answer difficult questions and remove guesswork.
Each subpage provides detailed information about what the service includes, who benefits, and how results are used to personalize care.
Why specialized services matter
Patients often come to Cura after months or years of uncertainty: multiple medications that never worked, therapy that felt incomplete, or symptoms that overlap across conditions. Our specialized services reduce that uncertainty by:
- Pinpointing the correct diagnosis,
- Guiding treatment choices with scientific data,
- Identifying co-existing conditions,
- Matching patients with therapies that work best for their brain and body,
- Shortening the trial and error process,
- Saving time, cost, and emotional energy.
ADHD testing and diagnosis
ADHD symptoms can look like anxiety, depression, or simply being “stressed.” Without testing, patients risk receiving treatment that does not address the root problem.
Our ADHD evaluation includes:
- Comprehensive history of attention, impulsivity, and organizational challenges,
- Validated questionnaires,
- Screening for overlapping conditions like trauma or mood disorders,
- Performance based tasks that measure focus and working memory,
- Clear written report with recommendations.
Accurate diagnosis ensures patients receive the right treatment plan, which may include therapy, coaching, school or workplace accommodations, and medication when indicated.
Psychological testing for adults
Complex presentations often require structured psychological testing. We provide:
- Cognitive assessments to measure memory, problem solving, and executive function,
- Personality inventories that clarify long term patterns,
- Screening tools for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and psychotic disorders,
- Evaluations for legal, occupational, or academic requirements.
Results help us build highly individualized treatment plans and provide documentation for employers, schools, or legal processes when needed.
Gene testing for medication guidance
When past medications have failed or caused side effects, pharmacogenomic gene testing offers valuable insights. Conducted at our Richmond office, this test uses a cheek swab to identify how your body metabolizes psychiatric medications.
Benefits include:
- Identifying which medications are more likely to work for you,
- Reducing side effect risks,
- Guiding dosing decisions,
- Saving time by reducing trial and error.
Gene testing is particularly helpful for patients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or bipolar disorder who have struggled with standard treatment.
A roadmap for clarity and progress
- Weeks 1-2: Evaluation request, history intake, discussion of appropriate testing,
- Weeks 3-4: Testing conducted in person or via secure tools,
- Weeks 5-6: Results review, written report, discussion of treatment adjustments,
- Weeks 7-10: Integration of therapy, medication, or lifestyle strategies guided by results,
- Weeks 11-12: Outcome tracking, relapse prevention strategies, and follow up planning.
What progress looks like
- Diagnosis that explains symptoms with clarity,
- Improved response to therapy and medication,
- Fewer side effects, more consistency with treatment,
- Increased confidence in the care plan,
- Practical documentation for school or work accommodations,
- Relief from uncertainty and “trial and error fatigue.”
FAQs – Specialized Services in Houston and Richmond
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Not always. Some patients begin therapy or medication without testing. Specialized services are used when clarity is needed
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Parts of the evaluation can be done via telehealth, but full diagnostic testing is completed in person for accuracy.
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Most reports are available within two to three weeks, depending on the type of testing.
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Coverage varies. We provide documentation and assist with questions, but patients should confirm with their plan.
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Yes. While it does not guarantee success, it significantly improves the odds of selecting effective, tolerable medications.
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Yes. Specialized testing often provides the missing clarity that unlocks progress.
What makes Cura different
- Board certified expertise: leadership from a psychiatric nurse practitioner who has worked across inpatient, outpatient, and specialized programs,
- Integrated care: therapy, medication, and testing services available in one practice,
- Houston focused: practical care plans that fit demanding work schedules, commutes, and family life,
- Compassionate style: testing explained clearly, stigma free, and respectful,
- Local access: in person services in Richmond, telehealth across Houston, and results delivered promptly.
Take the next step toward clarity
When answers are unclear, treatment stalls. With ADHD testing, adult psychological evaluations, and gene testing, Cura Mind and Wellness provides the clarity needed to move forward. Serving patients across Houston, with in person care in Richmond and telepsychiatry options, our specialized services help you make informed, confident decisions about your mental health.