Dr. Mike Abrams, PhD, MBA, ABPP
Board Certified Licensed Psychologist in NJ and NY
From Google Gemini’s Description of Dr. Abrams
Dr. Mike Abrams is a prominent figure in the field of psychology, best known for his contributions to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and his collaboration with the founder of CBT, Albert Ellis. Here's a summary of his achievements:
- Licensed Psychologist: He is a licensed psychologist in both New Jersey and New York, with over 25 years of experience in psychotherapy https://psychology.ws/.
- Expert in CBT and REBT: He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology and a Diplomate of the Albert Ellis Institute, signifying his expertise in both CBT and its earlier form, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) https://psychology.ws/.
- Collaboration with Albert Ellis: He co-authored several works with Albert Ellis, the founder of CBT, including a book on death and dying that challenged the prevalent stage theory of grief https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Abrams.
- Informed Cognitive Therapy (ICT): He developed Informed Cognitive Therapy (ICT), which integrates principles of evolutionary psychology and behavioral genetics into the framework of CBT https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Abrams.
- Academic and Research: He is an Adjunct Full Professor in the M.A. program at New York University, where he conducts research and teaches https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Abrams
Dr. Mike Abrams is a highly regarded professional who has significantly impacted the field of psychotherapy through his clinical practice, research, and collaborations.
Dr. Mike Abrams is a Licensed Psychologist in New Jersey (#2564) and New York (#10659); he has practiced psychotherapy for more than twenty five years. He is a board certified Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology, he is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology, and he is a Supervisor, Fellow and Diplomate of the Albert Ellis Institute. Dr. Abrams is known for his genuine empathy when working with people in crisis and is a strong advocate for complete acceptance for all people in psychotherapy. Moreover, he rejects all pretense, condescension, and arrogance on the part of the therapist. He teaches that the therapist must be a real person whose skill and training permits him to help others as equals in the therapeutic process.
When working with clients he emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral / Rational Emotive therapy, although he has had substantial training in all therapeutic methods and teaches them to aspiring psychologists in NYU. He is a certified supervisor in Rational Emotive and Cognitive Behavior Therapy and a diplomate in CBT from the American Board of Professional Psychology. He has co-authored four books, a book chapter, and a journal article with the creator of cognitive behavior therapy, Dr. Albert Ellis. His collaboration with Ellis extended over 17 years. In addition, Dr. Abrams is credited with extending Ellis' theory of human personality.
He is a full professor (adj.) in the masters program in psychology at New York University where he conducts research and teaches. Dr. Abrams’ graduate courses include: cognitive behavioral therapy, an overview of all modern treatments in psychology, and the psychology of sex and relationships. His current research focuses in the role of early-life trauma on intimacy and emotional functioning.
The linchpin of his help is his absolute avoidance of moral judgments. He deeply holds that no one should suffer shame or guilt about past events. Dr. Abrams works to make the future better than a painful past. He does all he can to help all clients no matter what their problem, history, or background.
He has extensive experience working with people with mood (depressive and bipolar disorders), anxiety disorders, and social and sexual conflicts.
His experience also includes extensive work with people in crisis. He has helped people in crises arising from such stressors as criminal charges, job loss, and sexual problems. His experience includes helping both men and women who had been sexually victimized or traumatized.
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He has published numerous journal articles on topics ranging from sexual problems to the cognitive foundations of psychoanalysis.
Dr. Mike confering with cognitive therapy founder Aaron beck in the early 1990's
Dr. Mike escorting CBT founder Albert Ellis to one of his final presentations in 2005
