Immigration Evaluations

What are Immigration Evaluations?

An immigration evaluation is a written report prepared by a licensed mental health professional to support an immigration case. It explains how a person’s mental and emotional health may be affected by separation from family, past trauma, or the stress of their current situation. These evaluations are often requested by immigration attorneys to strengthen cases such as:

  • Hardship waivers (I-601, I-601A)

  • VAWA (Violence Against Women Act)

  • U Visa

  • T Visa

  • Asylum

The goal of the evaluation is to provide a clear, compassionate, and professional understanding of your story and the emotional impact of your circumstances. The final report is submitted by your attorney as part of your immigration application.

What to Expect

Immigration evaluations are more structured than regular therapy sessions. We meet to gather information about your history, experiences, and current emotional state. Sessions may include discussions about your background, your relationships, and how your situation has affected your daily life.

Most evaluations include:

  • A thorough review of your documents (such as letters, court records, or medical history)

  • 1 to 2 meetings (each lasting about 60-90 minutes)

  • Communication with your attorney (if needed)

  • A detailed written report that your attorney can submit

All meetings are held securely through telehealth for clients located in Texas or Washington.

Turnaround Time

After the final interview, the completed report is typically delivered to your attorney within 2 to 3 weeks.

If you need your report sooner, a rush option is available:

  • Rush report (delivered within 7 business days of our final meeting): Additional $300 fee.

Fees and Payment

  • Standard immigration evaluation: $1,000
    Includes up to two interviews, document review, attorney communication, and a comprehensive written report.

  • Rush evaluation: $1,300
    Includes all of the above, with a faster turnaround (7 business days after the final interview).

A 50% deposit is due at the time of scheduling your first appointment. The remaining balance is due before the written report is released to your attorney.

Payment can be made by credit card or debit card through a secure online system. Insurance does not cover immigration evaluations.

Important Details

  • All evaluations are for immigration purposes only and are not therapy sessions.

  • Sessions are conducted in English. If you require an interpreter, please let me know and I can arrange one for an additional fee.

  • You will receive a digital copy of your report, and your attorney will receive one directly as well.

  • Confidentiality is maintained throughout the process.

  • If more than two meetings are required, an additional fee of $150 per session will apply.