Immigration Psychological Evaluations

Virtual services across Texas & Florida

Compassionate, Thorough Evaluations to Support Your Immigration Case

If you've experienced trauma, violence, or the fear of being separated from the people you love, that experience matters to your case, but it can be hard to put into words on your own, especially in a legal setting.

That's where a psychological evaluation comes in. Assessing the impact of traumatic experiences, and the toll that family separation could take, can be a vital piece of information for your case.

I meet with you to understand your story, assess how these experiences have affected you, and put that into a clear, professional report that your attorney can use alongside the rest of your case.

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Evaluations I Provide

  • Asylum: For people who are afraid to return to their home country because of past persecution or violence. I document how those experiences have affected you emotionally and psychologically.

  • VAWA: For survivors of domestic violence or abuse by a spouse or parent who is a U.S. citizen or green card holder. I document the emotional impact of that abuse.

  • U-Visa: For survivors of crime. I document how being a victim of a crime has affected you emotionally, to support your case.

  • T-Visa: For survivors of human trafficking. I document the emotional impact of what you've been through.

  • Hardship Waivers: For families facing separation. I assess the emotional and practical toll it would take on a spouse, parent, or child if their family member could not stay in or return to the U.S.

  • Cancellation of Removal: For people in immigration court facing deportation, whose family member (a U.S. citizen or green card holder) would face serious hardship if they had to leave.

My Approach

Every evaluation begins with building trust. Many people coming through this process have experienced trauma, and I approach each evaluation with care, cultural sensitivity, and an understanding of how difficult it can be to revisit painful experiences.

  • Clinical Interview(s): In-depth conversations to understand your history, experiences, family interpersonal relationships, and current psychological functioning.

  • Standardized Assessment (when appropriate): Validated psychological measures to support diagnostic findings.

  • Collateral Information: Review of relevant documents, records, or statements from family, when available.

  • Written Report: A comprehensive report summarizing findings, diagnoses (where applicable), and the psychological impact relevant to your case.

What to Expect

  1. Initial Consultation - We’ll discuss your situation, your attorney’s needs, and answer any questions you may have.

  2. Evaluation Sessions(s) - Typically two 2-hour sessions are needed, and are conducted via telehealth.

  3. Report Preparation - Reports typically take 2-4 weeks to complete. Expedited services are also available.

  4. Delivery - The final report is provided to you and/or your attorney for submission with your case.

Interpreters can be arranged for non-English speaking clients.

I am fluent in Spanish. Hablo Español.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I offer virtual evaluations for clients in Texas and Florida.

  • Yes, evaluations are conducted in a confidential environment via a secure telehealth platform. A signed consent form is required in order to collaborate with your attorney and to release the finalized report.

  • No one can guarantee how your case will turn out. What I can do is give an honest, professional assessment of your experiences that becomes part of the evidence your attorney or the judge considers when reviewing your case.

  • Fees vary depending on the type and complexity of evaluation. Please contact me for current rates.

Important note: I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas, not an attorney, and I do not provide legal advice. I work alongside your attorney to provide the clinical documentation your case requires.

Get Started

If you or your client need an immigration psychological evaluation, reach out to schedule a free consultation.

You can call or text 281-559-6717.

You can also book using the link or the contact form below.

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