Psychobabble.
Demystifying psychotherapy.
Here you will find the thoughts of a millennial trauma psychotherapist. I aspire to utilize this space to translate therapy jargon into relatable and meaningful content.
Service Animals vs. Emotional Support Animals – What is the Difference?
As a therapist, I am asked questions like this often. I have two loving kitties -- Eevee is my gray kitty and a rescue from the Chemung County SPCA –- and Walter is my black cat who was found abandoned at a Walmart parking lot. He has one distinctly white whisker. I equally enjoy the company of Charlie, an African gray parrot who thinks I should be powering a drill all day and says “Bye, I love you” on my way out the door. I empathize and agree with my clients who share the belief that our animals are treasured members of our families.
In this blog, I aim to help inform you of the differences between an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) and a Service Animal, as well as inform you of how this applies to some legal protections for persons living with a disability.
Hi! My name is Anthony.
I am trauma therapist who is certified in EMDR therapy.
My practice is both in-person in Ithaca, NY and online for residents of the states of New York and Florida.