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Immigration Evaluation
Immigration psychological evaluations are comprehensive clinical assessments conducted to provide objective mental health documentation in support of immigration proceedings.
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These evaluations help attorneys and immigration authorities understand the psychological impact of trauma, abuse, persecution, or family separation that may be relevant to an individual’s immigration case.
The evaluation provides detailed clinical findings, diagnostic impressions (when applicable), and professional opinions regarding psychological hardship or trauma.
Immigration evaluations are commonly used in the following types of cases:
Extreme Hardship Waivers:
Psychological evaluations are frequently used in immigration waiver cases where applicants must demonstrate that a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member would experience extreme hardship if the applicant were denied admission or removed from the United States.
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Relevant waiver applications may include:
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Cancellation of Removal (Form EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B)
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Form I-601 – Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility
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Form I-601A – Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver
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Form I-212 – Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission After Deportation or Removal
These evaluations help document the emotional, psychological, medical, financial, and functional impact that separation, relocation, or family disruption may have on the qualifying relative.
U-Visa Evaluations
U-Visa evaluations are intended for victims of certain qualifying crimes who have experienced substantial emotional or psychological harm and may have cooperated with law enforcement during the investigation or prosecution process.
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Qualifying crimes may include:
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Domestic violence
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Sexual assault
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Human trafficking
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Kidnapping
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Felonious assault
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Stalking
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Other qualifying criminal activity
Evaluations help document trauma-related symptoms, emotional distress, fear, anxiety, and the psychological impact of victimization.
Asylum Evaluations
Asylum evaluations are designed to help document the emotional and psychological impact of trauma, persecution, violence, abuse, threats, or fear experienced in an individual’s home country.
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These evaluations may support individuals seeking asylum based on:
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Political persecution
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Religious persecution
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Domestic violence
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Gang or community violence
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LGBTQ+ related persecution
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Human rights violations
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Fear of returning to one’s country of origin
Evaluations may explore symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and emotional distress connected to past experiences and fears of future harm.
T-Visa Evaluations
T-Visa evaluations support survivors of human trafficking and help document the emotional and psychological effects of trafficking-related experiences.
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These evaluations may explore:
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Trauma and PTSD symptoms
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Fear and safety concerns
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Coercion and manipulation
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Emotional distress
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Abuse and exploitation
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Adjustment difficulties
Evaluations are completed in a trauma-informed and supportive environment that prioritizes emotional safety and sensitivity.
VAWA Evaluations
VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) evaluations support individuals who have experienced abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.
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Abuse may include:
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Emotional abuse
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Psychological abuse
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Physical abuse
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Verbal abuse
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Sexual abuse
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Financial control or manipulation
These evaluations help document the emotional and psychological impact of abusive relationships and may support VAWA self-petition cases.
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