For ESA Letter (Housing-Focused Comfort Animal)
Session Length: 15–20 minutes (telehealth).
Total Process Time: 12–48 hours from start to letter (questionnaire + consult + approval). Up to 1–3 days if matchmaking with a licensed pro.
State Delays: 30 days in CA, AR, MT, LA (build relationship first).
Pro Tip: Skip scams—legit online services (e.g., Esapets.org) deliver fast.
For PSD (Task-Trained Service Dog)
Session Length: 30–60 minutes (deeper dive into symptoms & task needs).
Total Process Time: 1–2 hours for initial psych eval; full qualification (diagnosis + training plan) can take 1–2 weeks if tests involved. No "letter" wait—focus is on confirming disability.
Training Add-On: 3–24 months to train tasks (owner or pro), but eval itself is quick.
Pro Tip: Start with a psychiatrist for PTSD/anxiety—ADA doesn't require paperwork, just proof of tasks.
Bottom Line: ESA evals are lightning-fast for housing wins. PSDs take longer upfront but unlock everywhere access.
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