Evaluation Services

For waiver applications documenting the psychological impact of family separation.

When a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident faces separation from a family member due to immigration proceedings, an extreme hardship evaluation documents the psychological, emotional, and practical toll that separation would cause. These evaluations are used to support I-601 and I-601A waiver applications.

Cuando un ciudadano estadounidense o residente permanente legal enfrenta la separación de un familiar debido a procedimientos de inmigración, una evaluación de dificultad extrema documenta el impacto psicológico, emocional y práctico que causaría la separación.

What to Expect

• A thorough clinical interview exploring your relationship, daily life, and emotional wellbeing
• Standardized psychological testing when appropriate
• A comprehensive written report detailing findings and clinical opinions
• Coordination with your immigration attorney as needed

Supporting survivors of abuse seeking immigration relief under the Violence Against Women Act.

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows certain survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other serious crimes to self-petition for immigration relief. A mental health evaluation can provide critical documentation of the trauma experienced and its ongoing effects, strengthening a VAWA petition.

La Ley de Violencia contra la Mujer (VAWA) permite que ciertos sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica, agresión sexual y otros delitos graves presenten una autopetición para obtener alivio migratorio. Una evaluación de salud mental puede proporcionar documentación crítica del trauma experimentado.

What to Expect

• A trauma-informed clinical interview conducted with sensitivity and care
• Assessment of trauma symptoms, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and related conditions
• A detailed report documenting the psychological impact of abuse
• Confidential and secure telehealth sessions

Psychological assessments that support asylum claims and establish credibility.

Asylum seekers who have experienced persecution, torture, or other serious harm may benefit from a mental health evaluation that documents the mental health consequences of their experiences. These evaluations can corroborate an applicant's account and demonstrate the psychological impact of the harm they suffered.

Los solicitantes de asilo que han experimentado persecución, tortura u otros daños graves pueden beneficiarse de una evaluación de salud mental que documente las consecuencias de salud mental de sus experiencias.

What to Expect

• A culturally sensitive interview exploring your experiences and their psychological impact
• Assessment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other trauma-related conditions
• A written report that corroborates your account and supports your claim
• Bilingual services — sessions available in English or Spanish

Evaluations for crime victims seeking U-Visa certification and immigration relief.

The U-Visa provides immigration relief to victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and are helpful to law enforcement. A mental health evaluation documents the mental and emotional harm experienced as a result of the crime, supporting the U-Visa certification process.

La Visa U proporciona alivio migratorio a víctimas de ciertos delitos que han sufrido abuso mental o físico y cooperan con las autoridades. Una evaluación de salud mental documenta el daño mental y emocional experimentado como resultado del delito.

What to Expect

• A compassionate interview focused on the crime's psychological impact
• Documentation of mental and emotional harm for certification purposes
• A professional report suitable for submission with your U-Visa application
• Coordination with law enforcement and legal counsel as appropriate