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What is an Emotional Support Animal Letter (ESA Letter)?
The Emotional Support Animal Letter is a document issued by a licensed mental health professional, which certifies the need for an animal to assist in the treatment of emotional conditions, such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress.
This report allows you to keep your animal at home, regardless of the landlord's rules, and exempt from related fees or deposits.
The document must include the patient's name, date of birth, and confirmation of the mental health condition, without the need to mention the diagnosis. Only licensed psychiatrists can issue this letter, ensuring its validity and the provision of adequate emotional support.
About air travel
It is essential to note that the rules for emotional support animals vary according to the airline and destination. Therefore, always check the specific company policies before traveling with your animal.
Psychiatric Service Animal Certificate
Online Assessment
Interview with a psychiatrist
Positive Training
Dog and handler trained remotely by certified trainers using methods without physical or psychological punishments to correct mistakes. This approach focuses on strengthening the bond between the handler and the animal, as well as instructing the handler about animal behavior.
Monitoring
Monitoring the progress of the relationship between the handler and the animal.
Certification
Digital certification in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. After specialized training, your animal will be qualified to act as the handler's support in various environments, providing safety, companionship, and emotional assistance when needed.
How to get your ESA Letter!
Contact us through the button below or via WhatsApp
Fill out the pre-consultation form that will be provided
Make the payment
Receive the Google Meet consultation link (Brasília Time GMT-3)
Attend the online consultation
Receive your Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Letter with digital certificate in English, issued within 7 days
Dr. Melina Teixeira
CRM - SP241600 | RQE - 108269
Medical degree from UFBA, psychiatrist with medical residency from the same institution and I have international experience in Psychiatry at London Health Sciences Centre, Canada, treating women for over 10 years, my approach focuses on women's mental health. One of the Brazilians accelerated by the Google for Startups Technology Program and founder of the first specialized digital office in women's mental health and Brazilians abroad. She is a member of the Deliberative Committee of the Black Population Health Observatory - Ministry of Health, where she contributes to the construction of public policies and strategies for promoting the health of this population.
Frequently asked questions
Get answers to your main questions about the Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Letter
How do I know if I qualify to get the letter?
To know if you qualify to obtain an Emotional Support Animal (ESA Letter) report, the
main criterion is to have an emotional or psychological condition that can be alleviated by the presence
of
an animal that offers support. Among these conditions are depression, generalized anxiety, insomnia,
paranoia, among others. It's worth remembering that Emotional Support Animals don't need special
training!
Only a licensed psychiatrist can assess whether you meet the criteria. Our service connects you
directly to a psychiatrist for a consultation, where a careful and professional evaluation will be made
to verify if you meet the requirements for an Emotional Support Animal. Unlike
some less reliable services, we don't offer letters for payment, but rather guarantee an
honest and personalized evaluation with a specialist.
What should I do if my landlord wants to validate the authenticity of my letter?
Don't worry, we're here to support you!
Our Brazilian psychiatrists have extensive experience with expatriate patients around the world and are
ready to handle any validation request. If your landlord needs to confirm the
legitimacy of your letter, they just need to contact your therapist directly, using the
contact information provided in your Emotional Support Animal (ESA) report.
What is included in the Emotional Support Animal (ESA Letter) report?
Our ESA letter includes:
- The official letterhead of the psychiatrist.
- The psychiatrist's contact information, as well as their signature.
- Confirmation that you meet the criteria for a condition that justifies the need for an Emotional Support Animal, along with the formal recommendation.
Can I travel by plane with my Emotional Support Animal (ESA)?
Yes, it is possible to travel with your ESA both on international flights and within Brazil. However,
it is
essential to remember that the rules and regulations for emotional support animals can vary according to
the airline and destination. Therefore, it is essential to check the specific policies of the airline
before planning your trip with your ESA.
Make sure that both you and your animal meet the established requirements, such as the size of the
animal and the presentation of the ESA letter. Also, check in advance if the airline
accepts emotional support animals and what documents are required.
I'm not Brazilian, can I do the evaluation?
Yes! You can carry out the evaluation for the issuance of an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter, as long as you meet the necessary criteria. The psychiatrists are fully qualified to provide these evaluations and issue the required reports, regardless of your nationality.
Still have questions?
Get in touch and clarify all your questions in a personalized consultation
Our Commitment
Our goal is to improve the mental health and well-being of Brazilian immigrants, offering facilitated access to the Emotional Support Animal Letter (ESA Letter). We believe that everyone deserves the necessary support to manage their mental health, and we are dedicated to making the process of obtaining this report simple, accessible, and stress-free. Count on Brazilian doctors throughout the process.
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