WHAT IS GRAPHOLOGY?
Graphology is the study and analysis of handwriting, which mirrors the writer symbolically.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
One of the main keys to interpreting handwriting is the fact that we always write differently from the model taught to us at school. How we form and combine characters and position them on the page creates a unique writing pattern. From the graphologist's viewpoint, written script is made up of more than twenty indices, such as degree of slant, size, rhythm and spacing between letters, words and lines. All these symbolise different yet interrelated aspects of ourselves. Our physical, emotional and mental characteristics are thus represented. Our handwriting is, in fact, a unique "3 D snapshot" of our current state of mind/body/feelings - the complete person - as symbolised in the three Zones of script.

Uses In ..

PERSONNEL SELECTION

A growing number of recruitment experts are becoming aware of the potential benefits of incorporating graphology into staff selection procedures, often as an adjunct to psychometric testing.

In Europe many companies employ the services of a graphologist routinely. In France, Germany and Holland 80% of companies are thought to do so.

Here are some of the advantages:

• Advance insight about each applicant is brought to the interviewer.
• Elimination of the problem of premeditated responses. Any attempts at deception are detectable. (Deliberate changes in handwriting can only be made at the expense of speed, fluency and other features discernible by the graphologist.)
• Deeper insight into a person's whole character than tests based on behavioural responses alone - graphology gives an all-round accurate profile.
• Economic value - avoiding the time and expense involved in wrong decision-making.

How do you choose the right person for the job?

I design for each client's unique needs, aiming for clarity, brevity and ease of reading.
Here are two suggested options:

1. Graphological Assessment Chart

This example is based on a pro-forma developed by the late Dr. Eric Singer and provides clear 'at a glance' data. Especially valuable in interview situations.

2. Word Picture
A word picture of the applicant's main characteristics and qualities, under similar headings, is another option. Strengths and weaknesses are emphasised, as well as any features that are especially relevant to the appointment under consideration.

3. In-Depth Analysis.
A 3-4 page, professionally bound detailed report suitable for top-level appointments.

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FORENSIC WORK

In the legal field graphology is often used to determine authenticity; for example of a signature or a document such as a will or manuscript but without concern for the writer's personality. The questioned samples are studied very thoroughly under magnification.

Poison pen letters are a distressing and not uncommon aspect of forensic graphology. I can help by examining and comparing original samples of handwriting and confirming in my report whether or not they were written by the same individual.

COMPATIBILITY

By comparing two people's handwriting I can tell whether they are likely to be compatible in a close relationship, whether this happens to be a living, loving or working one. Sometimes differing attitudes, habits and approaches to life do not show up for weeks or months. By the time familiarity allows basic traits to become apparent they might be well down the road of commitment. My graphological compatibility reports can be used to identify these basic traits straight away. I can usually quickly pin-point areas of difference or potential conflict, which can be worked on, if necessary. Hopefully, there will be ... more areas of harmony than conflict!

SELF-DISCOVERY

Another growing application for graphology is in the field deeper human understanding generally. It can be a helpful first step in looking at one's own life, or that of a partner, friend or colleague; whether in the sphere of relationships, work or self-discovery. The need to know more about who we really are - or who we are dealing with in any close relationship - is of course always vital but never more so than at times which feel like cross-roads; or periods of internal stock-taking, or when important decisions have to be made. My postal graphological service offers the sort of anonymity which may be felt to be an advantage, or may even be essential in certain circumstances.

GRAPHOTHERAPY

For those who wish to take self discovery a step further I can design a set of therapeutic exercises, tailored to each person's individual needs, based on an analysis of their handwriting.

The principal of graphotherapy is that by making small changes in our handwriting we can positively alter unconscious patterns of thinking and behaviour; helping us to live life in a more self-aware and ultimately more productive way. It works in a somewhat similar way to NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) by helping to create new neural pathways - or, in handwriting terms, more positive habits in the way we represent ourselves symbolically on paper. Positive feedback, via the unconscious mind, can be achieved, as new, helpful habits replace old, unhelpful ones. My method involves focusing on any particular "problem areas" identified and reflected in a client's handwriting and designing for them specific flowing shapes to practise - usually letter-shapes but not always. It will hopefully feel good at a certain point to introduce some changes into the handwriting. This is a more natural and gentler approach than trying to force sudden major changes. The exercises are designed to be enjoyable and easy to do. I suggest listening to some relaxing music at the same time.

Please note that the unique symbolic expression of each person's handwriting is never "good" or "bad"; it simply "is"! Just as in dreams, it tells us in Nature's own language (non-judgementally) exactly who and where we are, at a particular moment in time.

PRICES

These are my current prices. If your requirements differ slightly from the analyses listed below, please e-mail me and I will give you a precise quote, usually within a few hours:

	Full, In-depth Character Analysis:	£95
	Compatibility Report:	£80
	Concise Character Analysis (“Word Picture”) :	£60
	Comparative Forensic Report:	£55
	Graphological Assessment Chart:	£45
	Mini Analysis: Personal Character Analysis:	£35