Damaso Hodges, LCSW — ESA Letter Provider in Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in religious trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders.
LCSW – Licensed Clinical Social Worker
About Damaso Hodges
Damaso Hodges, LCSW, is a dedicated psychotherapist specializing in trauma recovery, anxiety, and depression. With a dual background in Social Work (MSW) and Divinity (M.Div.), he offers a unique perspective for individuals navigating religious trauma and faith deconstruction. Damaso provides a compassionate, evidence-based space to help clients enhance their emotional and psychological well-being.
ESA Evaluation Services
As a licensed LCSW with 7+ years of professional experience, Damaso focuses on clinical social work and mental health support. Through ESA Letter Online, Damaso conducts thorough clinical evaluations to assess whether an emotional support animal may provide meaningful mental health benefits for clients dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and related conditions.
Currently licensed in Illinois, Damaso provides ESA evaluations that meet the specific regulatory requirements of each state. Clients can be confident their evaluation is conducted by a properly credentialed professional.
Damaso's evaluations are grounded in Fair Housing Act guidelines and HUD standards. Each assessment considers the full clinical picture — including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other conditions — to determine whether an emotional support animal would provide genuine therapeutic benefit. All client data is handled in accordance with HIPAA privacy requirements.
ESA Letter in Illinois
Residents of Illinois can request an ESA evaluation with Damaso, a licensed LCSW. The evaluation covers anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other qualifying conditions under Illinois's fair housing protections. If approved, Damaso will provide a legitimate ESA letter valid for housing accommodations throughout Illinois.
Verified Credentials
License Type
LCSW – Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Years of Clinical Experience
7+ years
States Licensed
1 state
What to Expect from Your Evaluation
- ✓Personalized clinical evaluation via secure message, phone, or video
- ✓Licensed mental health assessment and clinical documentation
- ✓HUD-compliant ESA letter for housing accommodation if clinically appropriate
- ✓Full refund if your evaluation does not result in approval
- ✓HIPAA-compliant process — your information is protected
Start Your ESA Evaluation with Damaso
Begin your clinical evaluation and request Damaso as your clinician. We'll do our best to match you — subject to availability in your state.
Mental health professionals can only evaluate clients in states where they hold a valid license. Damaso is licensed in Illinois. If you live in a different state, we'll match you with another licensed professional in your area.