Karen Smith Moore, LCSW

Upper East Side streets carry a quiet rhythm—brownstones, corner delis, and the occasional storefront that blends into the sidewalk. Among them is Karen Smith Moore, LCSW, a social worker whose practice sits at 222 E 75th St, New York, NY 10021. The work done here isn’t flashy, but it’s the kind that keeps a neighborhood grounded: individual therapy, crisis intervention, grief counseling, and support for life transitions. People walk in carrying more than they can name, and the goal is to help them carry less.

Social work in Manhattan often means navigating tight spaces—both physical and emotional. The office on 75th doesn’t stand out from the street, but that’s part of the point. Discretion matters when the conversations inside are about anxiety, depression, or family conflict. Clients come for short-term problem-solving or longer-term exploration, depending on what they need. There’s no one-size approach, just a willingness to meet people where they are, even if that place is messy.

Therapy isn’t always about big revelations. Sometimes it’s about learning to sit with discomfort, or figuring out how to ask for help when it feels impossible. Karen Smith Moore’s practice focuses on those in-between moments—the ones that don’t make for dramatic stories but shape daily life. Sessions might cover stress management, relationship struggles, or the weight of caregiving. The phone number, (917) 342-1723, connects directly to the office, not an answering service.

Directions to the office can be found on the map. No signage announces what happens inside, just an address and a door. That’s enough for those who know where to look.