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Emotional Support Animal Evaluation
Taylor Counseling Group
Mental health assessment to determine whether an emotional support animal is an appropriate support.
How to get help
Contact Taylor Counseling Group or use its online scheduling process to request an ESA assessment. San Antonio-area clients may call 210-350-3413; do not bring the animal to the assessment unless the provider gives different instructions.
Who this service helps
People seeking a clinical evaluation of whether an emotional support animal is appropriate for their mental health needs. A letter is not guaranteed, and the practice states it will not complete one for an animal with a pattern of aggressive or dangerous behavior.
Where this service is available
Service area: Available through Taylor Counseling Group's Central Texas network; the official service page identifies a San Antonio clinician for this assessment.
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Source and verification
Source: Public-source listing
Cost / fees
The official service page lists a private-pay rate of $175 for the two-hour ESA assessment and says the practice is in-network with most major insurers and can verify benefits before the session. Coverage and payment are not guaranteed.
About this service
Taylor Counseling Group describes a two-hour emotional support animal assessment that includes mental health questionnaires, a confidential history interview with a licensed professional, and an evaluation of whether an ESA is appropriate. A legitimate letter may be provided when supported by the assessment.
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