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Licensed ESA & PSD Letter Provider

We believe every pet deserves
a home with their person.

The Supportive Pet was founded to close the gap between people who need ESA and PSD letters and the licensed clinicians who can help them - affordably, quickly, and with full legal backing.

Clinician-First

Every letter is written and signed by a licensed mental health professional in your state - never AI-generated, never a rubber stamp.

Same-Day Delivery

Most letters are delivered within a few hours. We don't leave you waiting when your housing or travel depends on it.

Real Relationships

We match you with a clinician who understands your situation - not just a form to fill out. Your well-being matters beyond the letter.

All 50 States

Our network spans every state in America. Wherever you live, we have a licensed clinician ready to support you and your pet.

How We Started

Born from a personal need

In 2026, our founder's dog - a rescue named Miso - was nearly evicted from their apartment because their landlord didn't recognize the difference between an ESA and a pet. The process to get a legitimate letter was confusing, expensive, and full of shady online operators.

That experience led to The Supportive Pet: a platform that makes it straightforward to get a real, legally-valid ESA or PSD letter from a licensed clinician, without the runaround.

Today we've helped over 50,000+ people keep their pets by their side - in apartments, dorms, and rentals across all 50 states. Watch their stories →

Person with their dog on a couch
Founded 2026San Francisco, CA
50,000+Letters issued
50States covered
★★★★★Customer rated
< 4 hrsAvg. delivery time
96%First-try acceptance rate
What We Stand For

Our values aren't
a wall poster.

They're the decisions we make every day - in how we hire clinicians, price our services, and support customers.

Transparency First

No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch. Our pricing is upfront and our process is explained step by step - before you pay a cent.

Clinician Integrity

We only work with licensed, credentialed mental health professionals. Every clinician is verified, insured, and practices in your state.

Accessibility

Mental health care should not be a luxury. We price our services to be genuinely affordable without compromising clinical quality.

Pet Advocacy

We believe the human-animal bond is real and meaningful. We fight for your right to keep your pet without stigma or unnecessary barriers.

Privacy by Design

Your health information is yours. We are HIPAA-compliant, never sell your data, and use end-to-end encryption on all sensitive documents.

Always Improving

The laws change. Landlord requirements change. We stay on top of every update so your letter always reflects the latest legal standards.

The Team

People who care about
people and pets.

Ridham - Co-Founder & CEO at The Supportive Pet
RidhamCo-Founder & CEO
Sumandeep - Co-Founder & CTO at The Supportive Pet
SumandeepCo-Founder & CTO
Pooja - Head of Clinical Operations at The Supportive Pet
PoojaHead of Clinical Operations
Chetna - Head of Legal & Compliance at The Supportive Pet
ChetnaHead of Legal & Compliance
Parveen - Director of Customer Experience at The Supportive Pet
ParveenDirector of Customer Experience
Kartik - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at The Supportive Pet
KartikLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Provider

Meet our evaluating physician

Telehealth evaluations are conducted by Dr. Johnathan Chance Miller, MD — delivering ESA and PSD letters that are clinically credible, FHA-compliant, and accepted by landlords.

Dr. Johnathan Chance Miller, MD – Licensed Physician
NPI 1235623372 · Verified
Telehealth MD EN / ES 25 States

Dr. Johnathan Chance Miller, MD

Licensed Physician · Telehealth & ESA / PSD Evaluations

"Ivy League–trained, bilingual, and judgment-free."
  • Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons — MD
  • Washington University School of Medicine — Residency

Dr. Miller has spent 5+ years helping patients access care through telehealth. Fluent in Spanish, he brings an energetic, open-minded approach and delivers ESA and PSD letters upon clinical completion — fast, judgment-free, and clinically credible.

Letters issued promptly after clinical approval
Our Standard

What makes our ESA letters legitimate

Every ESA and PSD letter from The Supportive Pet meets all requirements of HUD guidance, the Fair Housing Act, and state-specific telehealth regulations.

State-Licensed Clinicians

Every evaluation is conducted by a licensed mental health professional - LCSW, LPC, LMFT, psychologist, or psychiatrist - who holds an active license in your state. We verify every clinician's license through the relevant state licensing board before they join our network. An out-of-state clinician cannot legally issue your letter under California's AB 468 or most state telehealth laws.

Real Clinical Evaluations

HUD guidance explicitly warns landlords they may reject letters from internet services that provide documentation "without a meaningful assessment." Every letter we issue follows a genuine clinical evaluation of your mental health history, functional impairment, and the therapeutic nexus between your condition and your emotional support animal. We do not generate automatic approvals.

HIPAA-Compliant Infrastructure

Your mental health information is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. We operate under Business Associate Agreements with all vendors, use end-to-end encryption for all health data, and follow minimum necessary data collection standards. Your information is never sold, shared, or used for marketing - by us or any third party. Read our full HIPAA compliance policy →

365-Day Acceptance Guarantee

If your ESA or PSD letter is rejected by a landlord for any reason related to documentation quality, we will work to resolve the dispute directly with your landlord at no additional cost. If we cannot resolve it, you receive a full refund. This guarantee reflects our confidence in the clinical and legal quality of every letter we issue.

Questions about our process or clinical standards? Contact our team or read our editorial policy. You can also see how the evaluation process works.

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