How we work
Every letter comes from a state-licensed mental health professional who reviews your case and signs only when an emotional support animal genuinely fits your care, with no instant approvals. That is why our letters hold up under landlord scrutiny when rubber-stamped ones do not. You can meet our clinicians and review their credentials before you apply.
How it works
A licensed clinician assesses whether you meet the criteria under the Fair Housing Act and HUD Notice FHEO-2020-01 before any letter is issued.
A short, confidential assessment of your situation.
A clinician in your state reviews it.
You qualify, or you are declined.
Official letterhead, usually within 24 hours.
Our reputation is verified by third parties, not self-reported.
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If your letter is not accepted, you get a full refund. We can stand behind that promise because our letters are clinically legitimate from the start. Read the full terms on our money-back guarantee.
If your landlord questions or rejects your letter, we work with them directly to resolve it. You are never left to argue documentation on your own. Our support team handles the back-and-forth so you keep your housing accommodation.
Why it matters now
ESA letters are protected under the Fair Housing Act. HUD Notice FHEO-2020-01 requires letters from a licensed professional with genuine knowledge of your condition. Under HUD's May 2026 ESA Enforcement Guidance, letters issued without a real evaluation are rejected. Every case we handle includes a clinician evaluation, ensuring your letter meets the current standard.
Free screening reviewed by a licensed clinician. Letter delivered in 24 hours. Full refund if not accepted.
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