Ariel Bruce is a Registered Independent Social Worker who has worked since 1985 for people who have been affected by adoption and who wish to trace a birth relation. She also works for others who have become separated from a family member by circumstances such as divorce or emigration.

Based in London, Ariel carries out extensive work in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, as well as in many countries worldwide, including the USA and Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Using a world-wide network of contacts and professional researchers, Ariel has achieved a success rate of over 90% in tracing people.

Follow-On Support and Contact

Although there can be no guarantee of success, most searches result in the person sought being found. On some occasions this can result in forging new and enduring relationships. In many ways the search only represents a small part of the story and Ariel is highly experienced in providing help, assistance and advice in the sometimes difficult first steps towards contact.

Sensitivity is crucial. Many traced people are initially shocked to be found and may need as much support as the instigators of the search. Ariel handles each case individually, working in strict confidence with her client. Everything is conducted with the utmost discretion and with the greatest regard to confidentiality for both the client and the missing family member.

Of course not every search is straightforward and some can take a frustratingly long time. It is possible that the missing person may feel that they do not want to be found. In a delicate situation like this, direct contact between the searcher and the person sought can be difficult. Acting as an intermediary, Ariel offers support both to her client and to the person being traced. Ariel regards this support as being of the utmost importance in ensuring that neither feels party feels exposed or intimidated by the situation. Ariel is always available to listen, whether or not the search is successful.

If you are an individual wanting to trace a missing family member or friend, or an organisation asked to deal with such situations, and you feel that Ariel Bruce may be able to help, then please write, telephone or email.