ESA Letters

When considering obtaining an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter, it is essential to have an open and honest conversation with our medical team. Our healthcare providers are equipped to assess your mental and emotional needs and can determine whether an ESA would be a beneficial addition to your treatment plan. During this discussion, it’s important to communicate clearly about your mental health struggles, your day-to-day challenges, and how you believe an ESA could help mitigate some of those difficulties. As ESAs are not just pets but a part of a therapeutic approach, ensure that your medical team understands the extent to which your condition affects your quality of life and the potential emotional support the animal could provide.

Before speaking with our medical team, it is helpful to gather any relevant medical documentation or records that support your need for an ESA. This proactive step can streamline the process and help our healthcare provider make an informed decision. An ESA letter is what grants you special accommodations, allowing your ESA to reside in housing with otherwise restrictive pet policies and to fly with you in the cabin of an aircraft, subject to airline policies.

Although airlines are required to respect the certification of your pet as an emotional support animal, there may be significant restrictions as to the size and type of pet that you wish to take on your journey. You should also be aware that even with a certification letter, some airlines will require you to purchase a seat for your emotional support animal. All of these issues will be discussed by our physicians with you to ensure that you are well informed before proceeding with the issuance of a certificate.