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Genogram Symbols Printable PDF
Every EasyGenogram symbol on one printable reference in one download.
What's Included
- Person shapes: standard, extended gender identity, and other markers (pregnancy, pet, note, institution).
- Family relationship lines: marriage, divorce, separation, cohabitation, engagement, etc.
- Children connections: biological, adopted, foster, multicultural, immigration.
- Emotional relationship lines: all 30+ types, organized by category.
- A short note on the Health Conditions color-marker system.
See the Genogram Symbols guide for what each one means in detail.
How to Use This Reference
- Print for sessions: Keep it nearby during intake or clinical work for quick symbol lookup.
- Share with students: A standardized reference cuts down on confusion when a class or cohort is learning notation together.
- Save as PDF: Use your browser's print function and select "Save as PDF" as the destination if you'd rather keep a digital copy.
FAQ
Is this genogram symbols PDF free to download?
Yes. No sign-up required to download or print it.
Is there a simple version for beginners?
The reference covers the full symbol set, but the most commonly used symbols — male, female, marriage, divorce, and the four core emotional lines (close, distant, conflict, cutoff) — cover most beginner and class-assignment needs.
Does this include medical genogram symbols?
Yes, in the Health Conditions section, which explains the colored quadrant marker system used to note health conditions on a person's shape.
Is this suitable for social work use?
Yes. The full symbol set, including relationship lines, children connections, and emotional overlays, is standard notation used across social work, therapy, and clinical settings.
Can I download this as a PDF or just view it online?
Both. Use the download button for a PDF copy, or view and print directly from this page.