Has your patient or client asked you for an emotional support animal (ESA) letter? Not sure how to write one? We have you covered in this guide with a sample template. Emotional support animals have become integral for countless individuals grappling with mental health chal [...]
The Short Answer: Absolutely, a psychologist is qualified to write an ESA letter for their patients. The key, however, is finding a psychologist that understands the benefits of emotional support animals as well as ESA regulations. How are psychologists allowed to write ESA [...]
The Short Answer: Absolutely. As medical doctors specializing in mental health, psychiatrists are well-equipped to assess the benefits an emotional support animal (ESA) can bring to a patient. The key is finding one that understands the ESA process. Qualifications of a Psyc [...]
You may be aware that emotional support animals help people with depression. But can someone diagnosed with depression also be eligible for a service dog? The answer is yes. Depression can be considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Depression can [...]
Short Answer: No, it is unlikely a chiropractor can write an effective ESA letter. ESA letters must be signed by licensed healthcare professionals that have conducted a mental health assessment. Why can’t a chiropractor sign an ESA letter? The U.S. Department of Housi [...]
The Quick Answer: No, you don't have to register an emotional support animal (ESA). The only way to legally qualify for an ESA is by getting an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional. Why you don't need registration: You can't qualify for an ESA by entering it into [...]
Nervous about asking your doctor or therapist for an ESA letter? You’re not alone; we estimate that 90% of people feel anxious about asking, but we’ll show you why there’s no need to be worried. We’ll tell you exactly what to say to your therapist, doctor, or social worker so you [...]
The Issue: Many therapists, doctors, social workers, and nurses don’t know what to do when their patient asks them to verify an emotional support animal and provide documentation. ESA letters have legal significance for individuals but not all healthcare providers know how to wri [...]
Many people rely on an emotional support animal (ESA) to help manage symptoms of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, or post-traumatic stress disorder. ESAs differ from pets because ESAs are recommended by a licensed mental health professional (LMHP) as pa [...]
They say, “Everything is bigger in Texas” — think Texas Toast, wide-brimmed cowboy hats, and the 268,000 square miles that span the state. So, we can’t blame you if you’re thinking of how to register an emotional support animal (ESA) in Texas because the love and affection from a [...]