Your Story, Documented with Care
Compassionate, trauma-informed psychological evaluations that give your immigration attorney credible, well-documented evidence for your case—prepared with warmth and cultural sensitivity.
A Voice for What You've Been Through
An immigration psychological evaluation is a forensic mental-health assessment that documents how your experiences—trauma, abuse, persecution, or the hardship of family separation—have shaped your emotional and psychological well-being. The result is a thorough written report that your immigration attorney can submit as supporting evidence.
So much of an immigration case can hinge on things that are hard to put into words. My role is to listen carefully, understand the full context of your story, and translate your experience into clear, credible clinical language that a court or USCIS officer can understand.
This is not therapy and it is not legal advice. It is a focused, respectful process—conducted alongside your attorney—centered entirely on understanding and documenting your experience. I offer evaluations in San Diego and online throughout California.
Evaluations I Provide
Select an evaluation type to learn more about who it's for and what it involves.
I also prepare evaluations for N-648 disability waivers and Cancellation of Removal. If you don't see your case type here, please reach out.
What to Expect, Step by Step
Consultation
We connect—often with your attorney—to understand your case, answer your questions, and confirm the right type of evaluation.
Clinical Interview
A compassionate two-to-three-hour interview (in person or via telehealth), with brief screenings when appropriate.
Report Preparation
I write a thorough, tailored report documenting the psychological findings relevant to your specific immigration case.
Delivery & Follow-Up
The finished report goes to your attorney, and I remain available for follow-up questions or requested clarifications.
A Thorough, Attorney-Ready Report
- A comprehensive clinical interview conducted with warmth and care
- Standardized screenings for depression, anxiety, and trauma when appropriate
- A detailed written report tailored to your specific case type
- Coordination with your immigration attorney throughout
- Availability for follow-up questions after delivery
Care You Can Trust
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I bring deep clinical training and a genuinely trauma-informed, culturally attuned approach to every evaluation.
I understand how vulnerable it can feel to share your story, especially when so much is at stake. I work to make the process feel safe and respectful, and I collaborate closely with your attorney so the report meets the needs of your case.
Evaluations are available in person in San Diego and online throughout California.
Questions About Immigration Evaluations
Common questions about the evaluation process
It's a forensic mental-health evaluation that documents how your experiences—such as trauma, abuse, persecution, or the hardship of family separation—have affected you psychologically. The findings are written into a comprehensive report that your immigration attorney can submit as supporting evidence in your case.
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