EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMAL (ESA) LETTER

An Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter is a formal document written by a licensed healthcare professional that verifies a patient’s need for an animal to provide therapeutic comfort and support for a mental health condition. The letter typically confirms the patient’s diagnosis, explains how the ESA helps alleviate symptoms, and states that the animal’s presence is medically necessary for the patient’s emotional and psychological wellbeing. ESA letters are often used to request reasonable accommodations in housing, travel, or other settings where the presence of a support animal may otherwise be restricted.