Genetic Genealogy Services
Professional Help with DNA Testing!
Whether you have already taken a test or are considering adding genetic genealogy to your family history research, I can help. My genetic genealogy services can be standalone, if you just want interpretation of your results, or can be combined with traditional family history research. Get in touch and we can work out the best way forward for you.
New to DNA and don’t understand what all the fuss is about?
Here are the Benefits of DNA testing!
Confirm Traditional Research
DNA data doesn’t replace traditional genealogical research, but it can help confirm some of your findings and even provide new avenues to search.
Support Surname Studies
If you’re doing a surname study, narrowing down whether those with the same surname are related can be made much easier with DNA. This is especially in cases where the surname is quite common – time to find out if this is your John Smith or someone else’s!
Break Down “Brick Walls”
When you hit a wall with your family research, DNA testing can kickstart new opportunities and help you to get your research back up and running.
Expand Your Family Tree
We’ve all wondered that age old question – “where do I come from?" DNA testing can help you to expand your family tree and discover new, sometimes unexpected roots!
Cut Through DNA Results Confusion
Sometimes, the results from DNA testing can feel a bit confusing – especially as each DNA testing service has their own way of doing things. It’s okay to feel a bit out of your depth with it all. My services are here to support you. I will make sense of all the different results for you, enabling you to see the data in a clear and useable way. As part of this service, you will also receive professional advice for how you could use the data to carry on with your search for your family’s history. I have also added some helpful articles to the website, helping you understand the different types of DNA or come up with a DNA testing strategy.
Consult a Professional Family Historian
As an experienced family historian and qualified scientist, I hold a unique perspective on family history research. I combine the knowhow and logic of the science world with the passion and experience of a traditional genealogist. With friendly and professional support, discovering your ancestors will truly be a pain-free and fun process.
Testimonials
“Thanks, Karen, for dealing with my DNA enquiry. The report that I received was comprehensive, very well presented and was easy to follow. I also appreciate the guidance and advice about the further research that I could do. I would certainly recommend your service and would not hesitate to get in touch again.”
Ian Riley, West Yorkshire
“I gave Karen lots of garbled emails trying to rely on past family memories and threw in many red herrings but she remained patient and professional throughout her research It was a relief to hand over this research knowing it would be done in a methodical way and the written reports were useful.”
Michelle
“My family and I were delighted and much impressed with the thorough, careful and sensitive way in which Dr. Cummings researched our family tree and history, and with her beautifully presented report.”
Christopher, Essex
“I am indebted to Dr Karen Cummings for her detailed and accurate investigation of my requested family history. It has been a valuable and very interesting journey into the past, and has given current family members a unique insight into their fascinating and at times intriguing heritage. We are delighted to have our personal records to hand and it has been a pleasure dealing with Dr Cummings whose professionalism and helpfulness has been much appreciated. With many thanks.”
Jean, Bristol
Tips & Tricks for Family Historians
Are you new to family history research and looking for advice? Or a professional historian after some tips from a fellow researcher? Check out my blog where I share insights and more from my own family history journey.
Let’s Interpret Your DNA Results!
Whether the DNA testing provides some unexpected data, confirms your theories, or maybe you're just not sure where to start, get help interpreting your results today!
