Dr. Larry Hess

Is the Upper East Side still that quiet stretch east of Park? Look between Fifth and Madison and you’ll find one office that wouldn’t advertise its presence even if it could. Dr. Larry Hess sits on 76th between dusk-blue townhouses and the occasional splashing fountain, a practical stop for people who want to think without fanfare.

You’ll find him at 231 E 76th St, New York, NY 10021, a discreet door tucked under a brownstone cornice. The sign above reads “Psychologist.” If you dial (212) 462-9251, you’ll reach an answering service that knows the drill; leave a clear message and a callback window. Expect nothing printed on glossy brochures. Cognitive behavioral therapy, adult ADHD evaluations, depression screenings, couples counseling, grief processing, and occasional career-coaching blocks show up on the intake sheet.

When you need the map, these directions drop you on the stoop without rerouting through Midtown. Once inside, the hard part is already half finished. Good luck finding a cab back to the 6 train.