Allan Fromme was an American psychologist, teacher, and writer. He became known for what has been characterized as a warmhearted, common-sense approach to life's day-to-day concerns. After graduating from Columbia University, Fromme spent 50 years as a therapist in New York City. Over this time, he made numerous television and radio appearances, authored multiple articles in popular magazines and wrote eight books. He also taught at City College of New York, Sarah Lawrence College, and Columbia University.