Emotional Support Animals of Texas

07/28/2022

We've mentioned this before but we still see a number of scams involving companies trying to sell you an “ESA tag,” “ESA ID,” “ESA vest,” “ESA certification,” or an “ESA registration.” These types of documents are NOT legal documents that Texas landlords and apartment complexes are required to honor according to HUD, the ADA, and the FHA. The one valid piece of documentation is an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter from a licensed health professional, like us at Emotional Support Animals of Texas. Learn more at: https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/

07/26/2022

As a renter in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, it’s critical to know your rights, especially if you find yourself suffering from various mental health ailments such as depression, loneliness, anxiety, PTSD, bereavement, or other issues. If you are, you might qualify for keeping an emotional support animal or ESA with you while you are renting. Your right to have an emotional support animal in Dallas/Ft. Worth is federally protected by the ADA (Americans for Disability Act), HUD (Housing and Urban Development), and the FHA (Fair Housing Act). And Dallas/Ft. Worth landlords, by law, cannot refuse to let you house an emotional support animal, assuming you have a letter from a licensed mental health professional (LMHP). As an LMHP, I start with an evaluation process and provide a letter to your landlord as well as any follow-up communications to prevent any discrimination from occurring with your ESA. https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/dallas-ft-worth/

As a renter in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, it's critical to know your rights, especially if you find yourself suffering from various mental health ailments such as depression, loneliness, anxiety, PTSD…

07/21/2022

If you're a renter in Houston, it's important to know the laws around emotional support animals, in particular, if you suffer from any number of mental health ailments. Many of the clients we have provided letters for are those who suffer from depression, loneliness, anxiety, lack of sleep, PTSD or trauma, or have recently lost a loved one. Getting an emotional support animal has boosted their mental well-being. In Texas, in order for you to rent and take care of your animal(s), your landlord will often require an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional (like us). We not only provide an evaluation and letter but also follow up with your landlord to make sure he or she complies with the law. Contact us at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/houston/ and learn more about our affordable services for ESA and service dog letters for Houston and all of Texas.

07/19/2022

In Texas and elsewhere in the U.S., we are witnessing troubling signs of a loneliness epidemic that's currently affecting all age groups and generations. A combination of the current cultural forces, the Internet, and the recent pandemic have also exacerbated the current situation, significantly impacting those already suffering from feelings of isolation. One thing that can help: Getting an emotional support animal. In Texas, especially for those renting and living alone, an ESA can boost your mood and provide companionship. Learn more about your rights.

As a Texas LMHP, Ph.D., and LCSW, I legally classify Service Dogs and (ESA) Emotional Support Animals in Texas. I provide an evaluation and letter, complete all forms, and provide any needed communication with landlords throughout the year as an LMHP, in Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and the rest of Texas. I specialize in helping those with mental health concerns obtain fair access to housing with their ESA or Service Dog. Learn more about me at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com.

07/12/2022

When we speak to our clients during the initial interview, we often hear how much their pets mean to them. Here's a quick sampling of real quotes about their pets (names withheld) and the support they provide for our clients' mental health. In Texas, in order for you to rent and take care of animals, your landlord will often require an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional (like us). Contact me at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com and learn more about our affordable services for ESA and service dog letters.

07/02/2022

We want to wish you and yours a happy and safe holiday weekend. And, of course, happy ! Cats and other emotional support animals can improve a person’s mental health by living with and accompanying individuals as comfort animals. Many of the clients I have provided letters for suffer from common ailments, including depression, loneliness, anxiety, lack of sleep, PTSD or trauma, or have recently lost a loved one. Getting an emotional support animal has boosted their mental well-being. In Texas, in order for you to rent and take care of animals, your landlord will often require an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional (like us). Contact me after the break at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com and learn more about our affordable services for ESA and service dog letters.

06/30/2022

We can't state how much joy and calm animals bring to people, especially those who may be feeling depressed, lonely, or anxious, have PTSD, or even individuals who have recently lost a loved one. That's one of the reasons we're passionate about what we do. As a Texas LMHP, Ph.D., and LCSW, I legally classify Service Dogs and (ESA) Emotional Support Animals in Texas. I provide an evaluation, letter, complete all forms, and any needed communication with landlords throughout the year as an LMHP, in Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and the rest of Texas. I specialize in helping those with mental health concerns obtain fair access to housing with their ESA or Service Dog. Learn more at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com

06/28/2022

When it comes to an emotional support animal (ESA), we've had a number of occasions where our clients run into difficult landlords. Here are a few tips from us (graphic). If you do your evaluation and ESA letter with us, we will also support you by following up with the landlord directly and helping make sure they have the right documentation they need. As a Texas LMHP, Ph.D., and LCSW, I legally classify Service Dogs and (ESA) Emotional Support Animals in Texas. I provide an evaluation, letter, complete all forms, and any needed communication with landlords throughout the year as an LMHP, in Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and the rest of Texas. I specialize in helping those with mental health concerns obtain fair access to housing with their ESA or Service Dog. Learn more at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com

06/25/2022

Unlike a service dog, an ESA or Assistance Animal does not have to be specially trained. It can be almost any type of animal (dog, cat, bird…etc.), and a person can have more than one emotional support animal. An ESA helps improve a person’s mental health by living with and accompanying them as a comfort animal. While a service dog can go to public places, an ESA might not necessarily be allowed into public places (like stores or gyms) unless the owner/manager of the location grants permission. Your rights to have an emotional support animal in Texas are federally protected by the ADA (Americans for Disability Act), HUD (Housing and Urban Development), and the FHA (Fair Housing Act). In Texas, in order for you to rent and take care of animals, your landlord will often require an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional (like us). Contact me at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com and learn more about our affordable services for ESA and service dog letters.

06/23/2022

As a Texas LMHP, Ph.D., and LCSW, I legally classify Service Dogs and (ESA) Emotional Support Animals in Texas. I provide an evaluation, letter, complete all forms, and any needed communication with landlords throughout the year as an LMHP, in Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and the rest of Texas. I specialize in helping those with mental health concerns obtain fair access to housing with their ESA or Service Dog. I have been guiding clients with their assistance and service animal needs since 2015, and have been successful in understanding the medical, mental health, disability, and legal process for facilitating my clients’ fair access to housing with a Texas ESA or Service Animal. I receive referrals from universities, other healthcare providers, and members of the community because I help individuals in Texas, and have been practicing as an LMHP in Texas since 2008 (I have been practicing as an LMHP since 1998). Learn more about me at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com.

06/21/2022

Emotional support animals can improve a person’s mental health by living with and accompanying them as a comfort animal. Many of the clients I have provided letters for those who suffer from common ailments, including depression, loneliness, anxiety, lack of sleep, PTSD or trauma, or have recently lost a loved one. Getting an emotional support animal has boosted their mental well-being. In Texas, in order for you to rent and take care of your animal(s), your landlord will often require an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional (like us). Contact me at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com and learn more about our affordable services for ESA and service dog letters.

06/18/2022

At Emotional Support Animals of Texas, I charge an affordable flat fee ($78) that is all-inclusive for 1 year. I do not charge extra for more than one pet. Typically, most services charge twice as much, and they may charge for each animal, item, or need. Because I don’t charge for each item, and our fee is more affordable, we serve most Texans, regardless of their ability to afford help. Because each landlord has their own process, form, letter, and communication preference, I make sure all steps are successful for your Emotional Support Animal, without the added costs. I am local to Texas and easy to get a hold of personally via email, call or text if you need anything. Learn more at: https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/cost/

06/16/2022

Did you know that having a pet can help both your physical and mental well-being? According to research by HABRI, pet owners saved $11.8 billion in healthcare costs alone in the United States, showing lower stress levels, improved cardiovascular health, enhanced sense of well-being, reduced allergic sensitivities, and many other physical and mental health benefits.

As a renter in Texas, you don't have to go it alone battling anxiety, loneliness, depression, or another mental health affliction. An emotional support animal can help. An ESA can improve a person’s mental health by living with and accompanying them as a comfort animal. As a licensed mental health practitioner in Texas, I help can help classify your pet as an emotional support animal. Learn more about your rights as a renter and our affordable ESA letter process at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/

06/14/2022

Psychiatric service dogs are defined as dogs that are individually trained to perform tasks for people with a mental health disability. The trained task needs to be directly related to the person’s disability. The animal does not qualify as a service animal if its sole function is to provide comfort just by being present. A few examples of psychiatric service dog tasks might include: medication reminding, alerting you when you are distressed, performing safety checks to alleviate fears for those with PTSD, or intervening during a person’s self-destructive behavior. Learn more about all the requirements by visiting: https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/psychiatric-service-dog-in-texas/

06/11/2022

As a Texas LMHP, Ph.D., and LCSW, I legally classify Service Dogs and (ESA) Emotional Support Animals in Texas. I provide an evaluation, and letter, complete all forms and engage in any communication needed with landlords throughout the year as an LMHP, in Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and the rest of Texas. I specialize in helping those with mental health concerns obtain fair access to housing with their ESA or Service Dog. I have been guiding clients with their assistance and service animal needs since 2015, and have been successful in understanding the medical, mental health, disability, and legal process for facilitating my clients’ fair access to housing with a Texas ESA or Service Animal. I receive referrals from universities, other healthcare providers, and members of the community because I help individuals in Texas, and have been practicing as an LMHP in Texas since 2008 (I have practiced as an LMHP since 1998). Learn more about me at https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com.

06/09/2022

My flat fee is affordable ($78) and all-inclusive for 1 year. It's about half of what others charge, and I keep the cost low so that most people have access to the help they need. Also, because each landlord has their own process, form, letter, and communication preference, I make sure all steps are successful for your Emotional Support Animal or Service Animal. Hear what my clients have to say about the services I provide. And see more testimonials here: https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/reviews-2/

06/07/2022

What's the difference between a psychiatric service dog and an emotional support animal? (More here: https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/)

A psychiatric service dog is specifically trained, by yourself or a professional, to complete a task or attend to a need related to a mental health disability. The dog might respond to a command, or sense a need (such as a panic attack), and then perform an action (such as nuzzling, laying on the person, etc.). PSA’s or psychiatric service dogs are allowed to accompany you to most public places, such as stores, planes, gyms, etc. On the other hand, an ESA or Assistance Animal does not have to be specially trained, can be any type of animal (cat, bird…), and a person can have more than one emotional support animal. An ESA helps improve a person’s mental health by living with and accompanying their person as a comfort animal. While a service dog can go to public places, an ESA might not necessarily be allowed into public places (like stores or gyms) unless the owner/manager of the location grants permission.

06/04/2022

ESA or service dog letters are primarily designed to prevent discrimination when it comes to bringing an animal home to an apartment or rental. But the law recognizes other benefits for service dogs in particular, including public places such as restaurants, hotels, and airlines. For the latter three areas (public places, hotels and airlines), it can be up to the establishment or airline to recognize ESA letters. Some certainly will do so, but others may not. Learn more about the differences at: https://emotionalsupportanimalsoftexas.com/