ESA letters in California
To use an emotional support animal letter for housing in California, it has to come from a mental health provider licensed in California. Vitely connects you with NPI-verified providers who can evaluate you by telehealth. We do not sell letters.
Mental health providers licensed in California
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ESA letters in California: FAQ
Can I get an ESA letter online in California?
Yes. A telehealth evaluation is valid as long as the provider is licensed in California and the evaluation is a real clinical assessment, not a flat-fee form.
Does my provider have to be licensed in California?
Yes. For a California housing accommodation, the letter should come from a mental health professional licensed in California. The providers below are licensed there.
Can a California landlord charge a pet fee for my ESA?
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, an emotional support animal is a reasonable accommodation rather than a pet, so landlords generally cannot charge pet deposits or pet fees.
Does Vitely write ESA letters in California?
No. Vitely is a directory. We connect you with licensed providers in California who can evaluate whether an emotional support animal is right for you.
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Vitely is a provider directory and is not a HIPAA-covered entity. This page is general information, not legal or medical advice. Whether an emotional support animal is appropriate for you is a clinical decision made by a licensed provider.