What is a Genogram?
A genogram is a visual representation of a family tree that displays detailed information about relationships, health conditions, and emotional patterns across multiple generations.
Unlike a simple family tree, genograms use standardized symbols to show:
- Family structure marriages, divorces, children, siblings
- Health conditions medical and mental health history
- Emotional relationships closeness, conflict, estrangement
- Generational patterns recurring behaviors and issues
Genograms are essential tools for therapists, counselors, social workers, and medical professionals working with families. Learn more about genogram symbols and explore our comprehensive feature set to get started.
What's Included Free
Everything you need for professional genograms - no hidden limits
Unlimited Family Members
Add as many people as you need. No artificial limits on your genogram size.
47 Health Conditions
Pre-built conditions with visual patterns. Cancer, heart disease, mental health, addiction, and more.
16 Emotional Relationships
Close, conflicted, distant, cutoff, fused, and more. Show the emotional dynamics.
All Relationship Types
Married, divorced, separated, engaged, cohabiting. Biological, adopted, foster children.
Dynamic Legend
Auto-generated legend shows only what's in your genogram. Always accurate.
Photos
Add photos to family members. Crop and position them directly in the app.
Unlimited Undo/Redo
Made a mistake? Go back as far as you need. Full history preserved.
Local File Save
Save genograms to your computer. Open them anytime. Your data stays private.
How to Create a Genogram
Add the First Person
Click the canvas to add your first family member. Choose male, female, or unknown gender. Enter their name and details.
Build Relationships
Select two people and right-click to create relationships: couple (married, divorced), parent-child, or siblings. The genogram structure builds automatically.
Add Health Conditions
Double-click any person to edit. Add health conditions from 47 pre-built options. Each appears as a distinct visual pattern on the symbol.
Show Emotional Patterns
Select two related people and add emotional relationship lines: close, conflicted, distant, enmeshed, and more.
Save Your Work
Click File > Save to download your genogram. Open it anytime to continue editing. Upgrade to Pro for cloud sync and PDF export. Check our documentation for detailed tutorials.
Who Uses Genograms?
Therapists & Counselors
Visualize family dynamics, identify intergenerational patterns, and enhance client understanding during sessions.
Social Workers
Document family structures for case files, identify support systems, and track family history.
Medical Professionals
Track hereditary health conditions, identify genetic risk factors, and improve patient care.
Students
Learn genogram creation in psychology, social work, and nursing programs. Free Professional access for verified students.
Example Genograms
See what's possible with our free genogram maker
The Simpsons
Three-generation family with emotional relationships and health conditions.
Open Example
Star Wars
Skywalker family across generations with health conditions and relationships.
Open ExampleFree vs Pro
Free is powerful. Pro adds convenience.
| Feature | Free | Pro ($4.99/mo) |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited family members | ||
| 47 health conditions | ||
| All relationship types | ||
| Dynamic legend | ||
| Photos | ||
| Local file save | ||
| Cloud sync | ||
| PDF/PNG/SVG export | ||
| AI genogram builder | ||
| Custom health conditions | ||
| Import GenoPro files |
Students: Get FREE Professional access while enrolled. Learn more
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WebGeno really free?
Yes! The core genogram maker is completely free with no limits on family members. You can create, edit, and save genograms locally without paying anything. Pro features like cloud sync and PDF export are available for $4.99/month.
Do I need to create an account?
No account is required to use the free genogram maker. You can start creating immediately. An account is only needed if you want to use Pro features like cloud storage.
Can I save my genogram?
Yes! Click File > Save to download your genogram as a .wgeno file. You can open it anytime to continue editing. Pro users can also save to the cloud for access from any device.
What devices does it work on?
WebGeno works in any modern web browser - Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge. Use it on Windows, Mac, Linux, or Chromebook. For the best experience, we recommend desktop or laptop computers.
How do I export to PDF?
PDF export is a Pro feature ($4.99/month). Pro also includes PNG and SVG export. Monthly subscriptions include a 7-day free trial so you can try before committing.
I'm a student - is there a discount?
Better than a discount! Psychology, social work, and nursing students get FREE Professional access while enrolled. Just verify with your .edu email address. Learn more about our student program.
Are there limits on the free genogram maker?
No artificial limits! Add unlimited family members, use all 47 health conditions, and create complex multi-generational genograms. The free version is fully functional for core genogram creation.
How do I learn to use genogram symbols?
WebGeno includes intuitive symbol creation, plus we have a comprehensive genogram symbols guide that explains all standard symbols used in family therapy and social work.
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