I heard more about him, his wife, and their needs and issues. I listened as he detailed his wife's childhood trauma and explored his family issues. Maybe I should bill HIM for these therapy sessions.

Submitted July 9, 2021

He has helped me tremendously. I thought he was unconventional at first (he will not tolerate tardiness to the point that I thought he was joking!) but I later realized it he was setting boundaries, very strict. Yes, sometimes he does talk a lot about his situation/problems, but as examples. What I like most about him is that he if fully present and listening, available. Very much an Aikido philosophy mindset, I appreciate the time spent and it helped me stop ruminating and got me out of my negative looping/depression. I am forever grateful and thankful and continue to see him from time to time. He is a gift I give to myself. He is quirky, but I'm forever thankful for the lessons he shows me (no other therapist I've ever met is like him.) He was recommended to me by a friend and now I recommend him to my other friends and you.

Submitted Aug. 25, 2020

Dr. Abrams truly changed my life! Using cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness he gave me the tools to manage my health challenges. I highly recommend him!

Submitted July 16, 2017

I have genetic migraine headaches. Dr. Abrams made me a individualized health recording that I listened to every night for a long time. Now I no longer have migraine headaches. Recently I found out that it is a family genetic issue related to macular degeneration. The others in my family who have the same condition are now dealing with blindness. Dr . Abrams saved my sight.

Submitted May 27, 2015

Dr. Abrams has helped me tremendously in dealing with depression, time management and decision making. I have worked with other therapists in the past but have not found someone as effective or intuitive. His approach is sincere, knowledgable, present and straightforward. He has my highest recommendation.

Submitted Sept. 25, 2014

I went to Xander three years ago. Xander changed my life. Every session we had together was like an aikido match. There was mutual respect and much effort from his end. He isn't a therapist that will just sit there and have little response. The way Xander responds to you is more of a meeting. He meets you there and sees you and to me, having him witness that with me, in a human way, was very healing.

Submitted Jan. 24, 2011

This guy truly does not know what he's doing. He actually starts talking about his own problems and insecurities, which doesn't instill very much confidence in a patient help. Go to someone that knows what their doing. Don't get caught up with the PHD. Most insecure therapist ever

Submitted Feb. 27, 2010

I was very hesitant to see a therapist. I chose him from a list my insurance gave me. My primary care physician recommended I see someone regarding my chronic care and depression. I always felt there was a stigma attached to therapy. The first 4 appointments were the hardest in my life. Once I was able to get over my own issues, seeing Dr. Abrams has helped me get through a lot. And, he just happen to specialize in pain management. I am so glad I stayed with it and have been seeing him for 1 1/2 years now. He is not judgmental and lets you lead the appointment. Sometimes I just talk and talk about nothing and he lets me do that. Other times when I need help dealing with life, kids, etc...he carefully listens and gives me positive support to use in everyday life. I find myself at times in crisis taking a deep breath and using his techniques to focus and deal positively with life struggles and I am very much more confident with myself and nicer to others...recommended

Submitted July 23, 2009