Immigration Mental Health Evaluations
“Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness”
Immigration cases are often life-changing, overwhelming and sometimes scary. An immigration evaluation is a mental health assessment conducted by a licensed therapist that can significantly increase the chances of your attorney winning your legal case.
Types California Cases I Can Help With
Licensed in California, LMFT #132201
Extreme Hardship/Cancellation of Removal Cases
We will be identifying unique factors contributing to your psychological distress such as: illness; disability; professional, financial, or academic hardship; or adverse home-country conditions that would affect the petitioner or their family members.
VAWA Cases
We will be detailing your psychological symptoms which are common for domestic violence victims; assessing credibility; and where useful, explaining less common phenomena such as ways in which men are abused by female partners or how abuse shows up in same sex relationships.
Asylum Cases
We will be explaining psychological reasons why you missed the one-year filing deadline; and detailing how PTSD symptoms provide evidence of the persecution you suffered.
U-Visa and T-Visa Cases
We will be identifying unique factors contributing to your psychological distress including highlighting the police report from the assault or severe human trafficking you endured. We will also specify elements of control that kept you trapped in the situation.
Evaluation Fee Options
Standard (report delivered within 4 weeks of meeting): $ 1200
Expedited (report delivered within 2 weeks of meeting): $ 1500
Priority (report delivered within 72 hours of meeting): $ 1800
The Process
Consultation – Consult with your attorney to determine if an evaluation is right for your case, then contact me to schedule a free consultation about your case.
Prior to Interview - I will ask you to complete the intake documents and a Pre-Interview questionnaire
Clinical Interview – During the interview, I will be asking many questions, and you will have the opportunity to share your story. There will be two (2) 90-minute assessments. Assessment is provided in English (Spanish & other languages via interpreter).
Report Preparation & Delivery – After I gather all the information, I will write a very detailed 10-15 page report, which will be shared with you and your attorney.
Your Story Matters
Compassionate Care – We understand the stress of the immigration process and provide a safe, supportive environment for you to share your story.
Trauma-Informed Approach – Sensitive to the unique cultural and emotional needs of every client.
Clear Guidance – We explain each step so you feel informed and empowered throughout the process.
FAQs
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No. Although clinical assessments may provide some therapeutic benefits, it is not therapy. You may benefit from ongoing therapeutic treatment with a different provider. Every effort will be made to minimize your discomfort during the assessment; however, you may experience distress and difficulties pertaining to the material discussed. Whenever you are experiencing severe symptoms of anxiety or depression, it is strongly urged that you seek out therapeutic treatment from a licensed therapist and/or psychiatrist.
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Yes, all mental health evaluations for immigration cases will be conducted via video format.
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While evaluations are primarily conducted in english, If another language is needed, I am open to using a professional translation services for an extra fee.
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We will meet for two (2) 90-minute sessions scheduled 3-5 days a part. If you are needing a quick turnaround, scheduling accommodations may be made.