Free Genogram Templates (Word, PDF)
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by igordyrseth
A genogram goes beyond a basic family tree by showing relationships, health patterns, and emotional connections across generations. This set of 37 genogram templates gives counselors, social workers, nurses, and students a ready framework to map a family's structure without drawing every symbol by hand. They're useful for therapy sessions, medical histories, and class assignments where the dynamics matter as much as the names.
The templates come in Word for adding your own figures and notes, plus PDFs you can print and sketch on directly. Standard symbols and connecting lines are already in place, so you can focus on filling in people, dates, and the links between them. Print a blank copy for a session or edit one on screen. Pick the layout that fits your work and start charting the family picture today.
When to use this Genogram template
- A licensed therapist tracking a client’s recurring trauma patterns across three generations to identify cyclical behavior during a 6-month domestic violence support group.
- A medical student documenting a family’s history of diabetes and heart disease for a case study presentation, needing to highlight age of onset and lifestyle factors.
- A social worker assessing a child welfare case where blended family dynamics and custody disputes require visualizing step-relationships and legal guardianship changes over time.
- A graduate student in family studies analyzing cultural traditions passed down through immigrant families, mapping holidays, rituals, and generational shifts in assimilation.
Which format should I download?
Choose Word if you need to repeatedly edit the genogram—such as for therapy sessions where notes or updates are added after each client meeting. The editable fields in Word make it easier to adjust symbols, add text, or print partial sections. Opt for PDF when sharing a completed genogram with colleagues, clients, or in academic submissions where a fixed, professional layout is required without risk of unintended edits.
Choose from 37 Genogram Templates
Genogram Pdf
Online Genogram
How to use this Genogram template
Can these templates help visualize non-biological relationships like chosen family or foster care placements?
Yes. Each template includes customizable symbols for partners, ex-partners, friends, and foster/kinship placements. Counselors often use these to map support networks in LGBTQ+ families or trauma-informed care cases where biological ties aren’t the primary focus.
Are there templates that focus on mental health conditions rather than just medical history?
Absolutely. Several templates in this collection include dedicated sections for mood disorders, addiction histories, and psychiatric treatments. They’re designed for therapists documenting hereditary mental health risks or tracking responses to family therapy interventions.
How detailed should I make a genogram for a medical history review versus a therapy session?
For medical histories, prioritize age of onset for conditions, treatments, and cause of death—these are critical for genetic screening or risk assessment. In therapy, focus on emotional dynamics, major life events, and relationship quality (e.g., conflict, support) to uncover patterns influencing current struggles.
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