So I would like to talk to my therapist about having a emotional support dog. Back when I was 10 and was going through a depressive & hectic time I got a cat. My cat helped me a lot since I was living in Sicily at the time, had zero friends, and no hobbies. So because I'm pretty much going through the exact same thing I thought about getting a service dog. Now I would just get a dog. However, my place will only let me have a dog if I pay a $1500 security deposit and a extra $200 a month. Which is outrageous and is there way of saying no pets.

So I would like to get a service dog, but I feel like if I talk to my therapist about getting one I will be refused. I know animals help me and I have always loved animals. So I want some tips on how to make this go over easier?