Written by Isabella Aranda Garcia & Gia Miller
For 33 years, Marc T. Abrams, Ph.D., has provided therapeutic support to adults, families, teens and children experiencing a crisis or life transition. The list of accolades from his nominations included statements like, “he actually listens;” “he takes a personal interest in your wellbeing;” “he is knowledgeable, patient and understanding;” “he’s nonjudgmental;” “he’s changed the lives of me and my family for so many good reasons;” “he has helped more children and parents than I could count;” “he is intelligent, supportive and passionate about his work;” and “he is a leader in his field.”
Abrams doesn’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy; instead, he prioritizes active listening and tailors his approach to fit the client, situation and stated goals. His main objective is to help each client work through their struggles and learn the life skills they need to successfully thrive on their own. Abrams also serves as an executive coach, parent coach and legal conflict coach, applying the same approach.
Did you Know?
Abrams began martial arts training in 1973, and he still trains and teaches today. He says the art inspires his lifelong commitment to peaceful conflict resolution in mind, body and spirit.
Runner-up: TMS of Westchester, Mount Kisco
This article was published in the January/February 2025 edition of Connect to Northern Westchester.
To view all 2025 Connect to the Best winners, click here.
Gia Miller is an award-winning journalist and the editor-in-chief/co-publisher of Connect to Northern Westchester. She has a magazine journalism degree (yes, that's a real thing) from the University of Georgia and has written for countless national publications, ranging from SELF to The Washington Post. Gia desperately wishes schools still taught grammar. Also, she wants everyone to know they can delete the word "that" from about 90% of their sentences, and there's no such thing as "first annual." When she's not running her media empire, Gia enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, laughing at her crazy dog and listening to a good podcast. She thanks multiple alarms, fermented grapes and her amazing husband for helping her get through each day. Her love languages are food and humor.
Isabella Aranda is a designer, writer and social media specialist with an M.A. in emerging media from the New Media Institute at the Grady College of Journalism & Mass Communication. Driven by curiosity and inspired by timeless modern design, she blends creativity and strategy to craft compelling narratives that engage diverse audiences.
Her expertise spans digital marketing, content creation and UX design, with notable achievements such as co-creating the Georgia On Your Mind podcast and leading digital campaigns that significantly boosted engagement. A Venezuelan immigrant, Isabella brings a multicultural perspective to her work, enhancing her ability to connect with and inspire others.
