Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule an appointment?
Do you accept insurance?
Do you offer telehealth?
Arizona: Telehealth only
Florida: Telehealth and in-person
Florida: Telehealth and in-person
What about controlled substances? Will you continue medications I previously took?
Controlled substances require careful evaluation and monitoring. These medications may be continued in some cases but are not guaranteed. A clinical assessment will determine appropriateness.
Patients may be required to sign a treatment agreement and complete drug screening.
This practice does not prescribe opioid medications under any circumstances. Benzodiazepines are not prescribed for patients taking opioids.
Patients may be required to sign a treatment agreement and complete drug screening.
This practice does not prescribe opioid medications under any circumstances. Benzodiazepines are not prescribed for patients taking opioids.
Do you offer reduced-fee options?
Yes, limited availability.
Do you provide ESA letters?
No. Intracoastal Behavioral Health, Recovery, & Wellness does not provide Emotional Support Animal (ESA) evaluations or letters as part of this practice.
Why don’t you provide ESA letters?
Our practice is focused on comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. ESA assessments require specialized evaluations and ongoing documentation that fall outside the scope of services offered.
Where can I go for an ESA evaluation?
Patients seeking ESA documentation may consider:
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- U.S. Department of Justice
- Psychology Today licensed providers
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
What should I look for in an ESA provider?
- Licensed mental health professional
- Comprehensive clinical evaluation
- No guaranteed approval
- Established therapeutic relationship
- Documentation aligned with federal guidelines
Are online ESA letter services reliable?
Patients should be cautious with online services offering instant ESA letters without clinical evaluation, as they may not meet legal or housing requirements.