Ellen Weber Libby, Ph.D.

Ellen Weber Libby, Ph.D., received her doctorate from the University of Maryland in 1977.  Since completing her doctorate, she has devoted her professional life to fostering the psychological well being of individuals, couples, and families. Prior to beginning her private practice, Ellen was the clincial director of a mental health center and on the faculty at the University of Maryland. Ellen maintains a private practice in Washington, DC, where she has spent over 60,000 hours with clients, working with them individually and in groups. Applying her expertise in family dynamics to ongoing individual and group therapy, Ellen supervises therapists and leads professional workshops.

Her frst book, The Favorite Child, reflects her belief that at each person's core are feelings related to being chosen, not chosen, or overlooked. Libby believes that dynamics emanating from favoritism profoundly impacts family dynamics. This book, released in January 2010, is now available on amazon.com.