Dr. Roberta Gilbert is a psychiatrist whose special interest is Bowen family systems theory and its extensions and applications to individuals, families and organizations. She is founding director of the Center for the Study of Human Systems and is on the faculty of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family (formerly Georgetown Family Center.)
Dr. Gilbert is the author of four books concerned with applying Bowen theory to life. The first book, Extraordinary Relationships, published in 1992 by John Wiley & Sons, grew out of her work with families and individuals. Her second book, Connecting With Our Children, published in 1999 by John Wiley & Sons, is an application of the principles of Bowen family systems theory for parents. Both books have received wide acclaim. Her newest books, The Eight Concepts of Bowen Theory and Extraordinary Leadership, Thinking Systems, Making a difference were written as texts for the Extraordinary Leadership Seminar.
In addition to writing, Dr. Gilbert teaches seminars and courses in various aspects of human interaction while maintaining a private practice.
