Since 2016, the TheraPetic Foundation has connected over 50,000 individuals with licensed mental health professionals — building the largest nonprofit network dedicated to service and support animal documentation in the United States. Desde 2016, la Fundación TheraPetic ha conectado a más de 50,000 personas con profesionales de salud mental licenciados — construyendo la red sin fines de lucro más grande dedicada a la documentación de animales de servicio y apoyo en los Estados Unidos.
Founded by Dr. Patrick Fisher, PhD, NCC — the TheraPetic Foundation exists to make mental health support accessible through the human-animal bond. Fundada por el Dr. Patrick Fisher, PhD, NCC — la Fundación TheraPetic existe para hacer accesible el apoyo de salud mental a través del vínculo humano-animal.
To connect individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health conditions with licensed professionals who can evaluate and document the therapeutic benefit of service and support animals — while educating the public about their legal rights under federal and state law. Conectar a personas que experimentan ansiedad, depresión, TEPT y otras condiciones de salud mental con profesionales licenciados que puedan evaluar y documentar el beneficio terapéutico de los animales de servicio y apoyo — mientras educamos al público sobre sus derechos legales bajo la ley federal y estatal.
A world where every person who benefits from the companionship of a service or support animal has affordable access to proper clinical evaluation, documentation, and legal education — regardless of income, location, or background. We envision a future where AI-powered technology eliminates barriers to mental health support. Un mundo donde cada persona que se beneficia de la compañía de un animal de servicio o apoyo tenga acceso asequible a evaluación clínica adecuada, documentación y educación legal — sin importar ingresos, ubicación u origen. Imaginamos un futuro donde la tecnología impulsada por IA elimine las barreras al apoyo de salud mental.
"The human-animal bond is not just emotional — it is clinically validated as a therapeutic intervention for anxiety and mental health." "El vínculo humano-animal no es solo emocional — está clínicamente validado como una intervención terapéutica para la ansiedad y la salud mental."— Dr. Patrick Fisher, PhD, NCC · Walden University Dissertation, 2021Disertación Universidad Walden, 2021
Every number represents a real person, a real family, and a real step toward better mental health. Cada número representa una persona real, una familia real y un paso real hacia una mejor salud mental.
Dr. Patrick Fisher establishes TheraPetic Solutions, Inc. as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Washington, D.C. — dedicated to connecting people with licensed mental health professionals for service and support animal documentation.El Dr. Patrick Fisher establece TheraPetic Solutions, Inc. como una organización sin fines de lucro 501(c)(3) en Washington, D.C.
The organization grows from a single website to a network of 11 accredited 501(c)(3) nonprofits — each serving distinct audiences and search intents while sharing operational infrastructure through go.mypsd.org.La organización crece de un solo sitio web a una red de 11 organizaciones sin fines de lucro acreditadas.
Dr. Fisher completes his dissertation at Walden University, validating support animal intervention for anxiety treatment. The research identifies six therapeutic themes that now inform all of TheraPetic's clinical approaches.El Dr. Fisher completa su disertación en la Universidad Walden, validando la intervención con animales de apoyo para el tratamiento de la ansiedad.
TheraPetic reaches the milestone of connecting over 50,000 individuals with licensed mental health professionals across all 50 states, plus services in Canada and China.TheraPetic alcanza el hito de conectar a más de 50,000 personas con profesionales de salud mental licenciados en los 50 estados.
The foundation undergoes a comprehensive digital transformation — leveraging AI to revamp all 14 network websites, launch HANK (the AI assistant), and save an estimated $1,000,000+ in development costs through internal resourcing and innovation.La fundación experimenta una transformación digital integral — aprovechando la IA para renovar los 14 sitios web de la red, lanzar HANK (el asistente de IA) y ahorrar más de $700,000 estimados en costos de desarrollo.
Named in memory of a beloved French Bulldog, HANK represents TheraPetic's commitment to innovation. HANK is an AI-powered assistant deployed across the entire network — helping visitors understand their rights, navigate service and support animal laws, and find the right resources for their needs. Nombrado en memoria de un querido Bulldog Francés, HANK representa el compromiso de TheraPetic con la innovación. HANK es un asistente impulsado por IA desplegado en toda la red — ayudando a los visitantes a entender sus derechos, navegar las leyes de animales de servicio y apoyo, y encontrar los recursos adecuados.
Developing a custom AI chatbot like HANK would typically cost a nonprofit $75,000 to $150,000 through an outside agency. TheraPetic built it internally using AI-assisted development — at a fraction of the cost. Desarrollar un chatbot de IA personalizado como HANK normalmente costaría a una organización sin fines de lucro $75,000 a $150,000 a través de una agencia externa. TheraPetic lo construyó internamente usando desarrollo asistido por IA — a una fracción del costo.
In 2025–2026, TheraPetic made a strategic decision: instead of hiring outside agencies, Dr. Patrick Fisher and his team leveraged AI-assisted development to revamp the entire network internally. Here's what that saved. En 2025–2026, TheraPetic tomó una decisión estratégica: en lugar de contratar agencias externas, el Dr. Patrick Fisher y su equipo aprovecharon el desarrollo asistido por IA para renovar toda la red internamente.
Based on 2025–2026 nonprofit website agency pricing, AI chatbot development benchmarks, and digital marketing management rates.Basado en precios de agencias de sitios web para organizaciones sin fines de lucro 2025–2026, puntos de referencia de desarrollo de chatbots de IA y tarifas de gestión de marketing digital.
| ProjectProyecto | Est. Agency CostCosto Est. Agencia |
|---|---|
| Website Design & DevelopmentDiseño y Desarrollo Web | |
| MyPSD.org — Full Revamp, Multi-PageRenovación Completa | $35,000 |
| USServicePet.org — 62 Pages, Bilingual, 50 State Guides62 Páginas, Bilingüe, Guías de 50 Estados | $85,000 |
| Service-Animal.org — Encyclopedia RevampRenovación de Enciclopedia | $25,000 |
| Service-Dog.org — Physical/Mobility SpecialistEspecialista Físico/Movilidad | $25,000 |
| Service-Pet.org — ESA Housing RightsDerechos de Vivienda ESA | $25,000 |
| OfficialServiceDogs.org — Verification CenterCentro de Verificación | $25,000 |
| ServiceDogOfAmerica.org — Handler RightsDerechos del Manejador | $25,000 |
| CertifyTherapyDog.org — Education & TerminologyEducación y Terminología | $25,000 |
| USTherapyDog.org — Therapy Dog ResourcesRecursos de Perros de Terapia | $25,000 |
| TheraPetic.ca — Canada, Trilingual, Provincial GuidesCanadá, Trilingüe, Guías Provinciales | $45,000 |
| TheraPetic.cn — China-US Travel, CNNIC-CompliantViaje China-EE.UU., Compatible con CNNIC | $40,000 |
| TheraPetic.net — Corporate Network HubCentro Corporativo de Red | $45,000 |
| OfficialServicePet.org — Google Grants CompliantCompatible con Google Grants | $30,000 |
| TheraPetic.us — Foundation Impact SiteSitio de Impacto de la Fundación | $35,000 |
| AI & TechnologyIA y Tecnología | |
| HANK AI Chatbot — Custom NLP, Multi-Site, Knowledge Base, Mobile & DesktopNLP Personalizado, Multi-Sitio | $100,000 |
| TheraPetic® App 3.0 — Expo/React Native, Apple App Store + Google Play, HANK AI, Push Notifications, iPad Optimization, Scratch-&-Save GameApp iOS + Android, HANK AI, Notificaciones Push | $95,000 |
| TheraPetic.ai — AI Screening Platform (In Progress)Plataforma de Evaluación IA (En Progreso) | $40,000 |
| Client Portal & DashboardPortal de Clientes y Panel de Control | |
| go.mypsd.org Dashboard 3.0 — Full UI/UX Redesign, Shopify-Style Checkout, Package Tracking, Document CardsRediseño del Portal, Seguimiento de Paquetes | $55,000 |
| Account Dispute & Status Management — 5-Status Workflow, Admin Tools, Audit TrailsGestión de Disputas y Estado de Cuenta | $18,000 |
| Multi-Language PDF Templates — English/Spanish/French, Conditional Dog vs. Non-Dog LogicPlantillas PDF Multilingüe | $14,000 |
| Shipping Tracker Module — UPS API, 15-Minute Cron, Auto-Delivery Email NotificationsMódulo de Seguimiento de Envíos | $12,000 |
| Enhanced WooCommerce — Order Search, HSA/FSA Notice, Login/Register RedirectsMejoras de WooCommerce y Flujo de Pago | $9,000 |
| Partnerships & Network IntegrationsAlianzas e Integraciones de Red | |
| OfficialServiceDog.com Partnership — Full 6-Page Bilingual Site, CSDT Credentialing, Verification PortalAlianza OfficialServiceDog.com — Sitio Bilingüe, Verificación | $28,000 |
| Service Dog Training Plus Module — 5-Page Form, Multi-Video Upload, Google Drive Sync, Trainer Review, PDF CertificatesMódulo Training Plus — Formulario, Videos, Certificados PDF | $32,000 |
| Fraud Prevention & Document SecurityPrevención de Fraude y Seguridad | |
| QR Code Verification — Dynamic QR on All Letters, Registrations & Training Certificates; Real-Time Lookup; Anti-Forgery ValidationVerificación QR en Cartas, Registros y Certificados | $22,000 |
| Letter Verification Auto-Index — verify.mypsd.org, Fraud Prevention Shield, Dispute IntegrationÍndice de Verificación de Cartas | $10,000 |
| Marketing, SEO & Social MediaMarketing, SEO y Redes Sociales | |
| Google Ad Grants Setup & Campaign ManagementGoogle Ad Grants y Gestión de Campañas | $35,000 |
| E-E-A-T Strategy & Schema — Triple-Reviewer System, JSON-LD Markup, Most Comprehensive in the MarketEstrategia E-E-A-T — La más completa del mercado | $30,000 |
| Multi-Domain SEO & 23,000-Word Strategic PlaybookSEO Multi-Dominio y Plan Estratégico | $25,000 |
| Facebook Messenger Automation — 19 Keyword Flows, Multilingual, Airline & Housing AutomationsAutomatización de Facebook Messenger | $12,000 |
| Social Media Revamp & Reviews — Trustpilot, Google, Yelp, Great Nonprofits, Candid, Domain Merge EscalationRevamp de Redes Sociales y Reseñas | $18,000 |
| 10-Year Anniversary Press Release Package — 3 Platforms, Full Press KitComunicados de Prensa del 10° Aniversario | $8,500 |
| Network Brand Architecture & DifferentiationArquitectura de Marca y Diferenciación | $20,000 |
| Operations, Infrastructure & GovernanceOperaciones, Infraestructura y Gobernanza | |
| Database Optimization (MyISAM → InnoDB) & Server Performance TuningOptimización de Base de Datos | $10,000 |
| Annual Governance Package — Board Minutes, IRS Compliance for 12 Entities, BylawsPaquete de Gobernanza Anual para 12 Entidades | $12,000 |
| Business Strategy & Nonprofit ConsultingEstrategia Empresarial y Consultoría | $15,000 |
| ESTIMATED TOTALTOTAL ESTIMADO | $1,042,500 |
Methodology: Estimates are based on published 2025–2026 nonprofit website agency pricing ($15,000–$85,000 per site depending on complexity and page count), AI chatbot development benchmarks ($75,000–$150,000 for custom NLP solutions), and industry-standard digital marketing management rates. All development was completed internally by Dr. Patrick Fisher and team using AI-assisted tools, volunteer coordination, and strategic resource allocation. Metodología: Las estimaciones se basan en precios publicados de agencias de sitios web para organizaciones sin fines de lucro 2025–2026, puntos de referencia de desarrollo de chatbots de IA y tarifas estándar de gestión de marketing digital. Todo el desarrollo fue completado internamente.
"When you combine clinical expertise with modern technology, you don't just cut costs — you multiply impact." "Cuando combinas experiencia clínica con tecnología moderna, no solo reduces costos — multiplicas el impacto."— TheraPetic Foundation PhilosophyFilosofía de la Fundación TheraPetic
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, TheraPetic Solutions, Inc. is accountable to the public. Our financial records, tax filings, and organizational data are independently verified and publicly available. Como organización sin fines de lucro 501(c)(3), TheraPetic Solutions, Inc. es responsable ante el público. Nuestros registros financieros están verificados independientemente y disponibles públicamente.
Verify our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status directly through the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search. EIN: 81-3003968.Verifique nuestro estado de exención de impuestos 501(c)(3) directamente a través de la búsqueda del IRS. EIN: 81-3003968.
Search IRS EOSBuscar IRS EOS →Our full organizational profile, including mission, programs, leadership, and financial data, is verified on Candid's GuideStar platform.Nuestro perfil organizacional completo está verificado en la plataforma GuideStar de Candid.
View GuideStar ProfileVer Perfil de GuideStar →TheraPetic files annual returns with the IRS as required. Request our latest Form 990 or financial documentation at any time.TheraPetic presenta declaraciones anuales con el IRS según lo requerido. Solicite nuestra documentación financiera en cualquier momento.
Request via EmailSolicitar por Correo →Dr. Patrick Fisher founded TheraPetic® in 2016 with a vision of making mental health support through the human-animal bond accessible to everyone. A National Certified Counselor, his 2021 doctoral research on support animal therapeutic outcomes validated support animal intervention for anxiety — identifying six therapeutic themes that now guide TheraPetic's clinical approach across all 11 organizations. Under his leadership, the network has served over 50,000 people and pioneered AI integration in nonprofit mental health services through HANK. He is also the author of The Invisible Series — a 10-volume nonfiction series at theinvisible.life. El Dr. Patrick Fisher fundó TheraPetic® en 2016. Su investigación doctoral de 2021 validó la intervención con animales de apoyo para la ansiedad. La red ha atendido a más de 50,000 personas. Es autor de La Serie Invisible en theinvisible.life.
Ryan Gaughan serves as Executive Director of TheraPetic® Healthcare Provider Group, overseeing operations across all 11 accredited nonprofits. He holds a BA in Psychology with Animal Behavior specialization and is a Certified Service Dog Trainer (CSDT #6202) through the International Association of Canine Professionals — one of fewer than 10 active CSDT-certified trainers worldwide. As Content Director, Ryan oversees all clinical and legal compliance across the TheraPetic® network. Ryan Gaughan es Director Ejecutivo de TheraPetic® Healthcare Provider Group, supervisando las 11 organizaciones acreditadas. Es Entrenador Certificado de Perros de Servicio (CSDT #6202) — uno de menos de 10 entrenadores CSDT activos en todo el mundo.
Visit therapetic.net to see all 11 accredited organizations, their missions, and how they serve communities across the United States, Canada, and beyond.Visite therapetic.net para ver las 11 organizaciones acreditadas, sus misiones y cómo sirven a las comunidades.