5 Examples
Clinical Fictional Case Study Genograms
Fictional family case studies designed for clinical training. These composite families demonstrate complex dynamics — blended cultures, intergenerational trauma, military transitions — without using real patient data.
Okafor Family Genogram
Adaeze Okafor, 16, is brought to therapy by her parents, Chukwu (50) and Ngozi (47), for \"defiant behavior.\" She has been arguing with her parents about dating, refusing to attend church, and expressing a desire to attend college out of state. Chukwu and Ngozi immigrated from Nigeria in 2002. They have three children: Emeka (22, engineer, lives nearby), Adaeze (16, high school student), and Chidi (12).
Brennan-Mitchell Family Genogram
Sarah Brennan (38) and David Mitchell (42) present for couple therapy, reporting constant conflict about parenting. They have been married for three years. Sarah has two children from her first marriage: Jake (14) and Lily (11).
Kim-Alvarez Family Genogram
Maya Kim (35) and Elena Alvarez (33) present for family therapy. They are married and have a 3-year-old son, Mateo, conceived through sperm donation (known donor: Elena's friend, Jaime). The presenting issue is conflict with Maya's parents, who have not accepted the marriage.
Washington Family Genogram
Marcus Washington (28) enters treatment for alcohol use disorder after a DUI arrest. He is court-mandated to treatment. Marcus lives alone.
Fischer-Tanaka Family Genogram
Emma Fischer-Tanaka (45) presents with severe anxiety, insomnia, and a sense of dread that began abruptly six months ago. She cannot identify a trigger. Emma is married to Kenji Tanaka (47), a professor.
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