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Women who undergo BRCA 1\/2 genetic testing describe uncertainty related to personal risk as well as their loved ones\u2019, particularly daughters\u2019, risk. The genetic counseling setting is a prime opportunity for practitioners to help mothers manage uncertainty in the moment but also once they leave a session. Uncertainty Management Theory (UMT) helps to illuminate the various types of uncertainty women encounter and the important role of communication in uncertainty management. Informed by UMT, we conducted a thematic analysis of 16 genetic counseling sessions between practitioners and mothers at risk for, or carriers of, a BRCA1\/2 mutation. Five themes emerged that represent communication strategies used to manage uncertainty: 1) <jats:italic>addresses myths, misunderstandings, or misconceptions;<\/jats:italic> 2) <jats:italic>introduces uncertainty related to science;<\/jats:italic> 3) <jats:italic>encourages information seeking or sharing about family medical history;<\/jats:italic> 4) <jats:italic>reaffirms or validates previous behavior or decisions;<\/jats:italic> and 5) <jats:italic>minimizes the probability of personal risk or family members\u2019 risk<\/jats:italic>. Findings illustrate the critical role of genetic counseling for families in managing emotionally challenging risk\u2010related uncertainty. 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