Immigration Evaluations by Mental Health Clinicians
Immigration evaluations play a key role in supporting various legal cases by documenting the psychological and emotional impact of an individual’s circumstances. These evaluations connect a person’s mental health history and current challenges to their immigration situation, providing important insight into how the two intersect.
“Cases that include a psychological evaluation are 2.5 times more likely to succeed than those that do not.”
— American Immigration Lawyers Association
Why Work with an Experienced Clinician?
It’s crucial to work with a clinician who is not only knowledgeable in mental health but also familiar with the legal aspects of immigration evaluations. This ensures the clinician can effectively connect the mental health impact to the legal issues at hand, making the evaluation more impactful in the case.
How the Evaluation Process Works:
Elaine will conduct the immigration evaluation through Simple Practice video. Each evaluation typically lasts 2-4 hours and may be divided into two sessions. The process results in a comprehensive psychological report, ranging from 8-20 pages depending on the evaluation type.
Cost: $1,000 total for the evaluation.
Deposit: $700 deposit required to schedule the appointment.
Balance: The remaining balance is due before receiving the final signed report.
Scheduling Your Evaluation:
To schedule your immigration evaluation, call or text 682-292-8515. You can also follow the link at the bottom of this page to submit an inquiry.
Reports are typically completed within 10 days after the evaluation, with expedited services available for an additional fee.
Types of Immigration Evaluations Offered by Best Life Counseling TX PLLC
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Asylum Evaluations
Focus on the psychological effects of past persecution or fear of future persecution. This helps demonstrate the applicant’s fear and the mental impact of their experiences.
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VAWA Evaluations
Look at the emotional toll of domestic violence or abuse, especially when someone is seeking legal status independently from their abuser.
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T Visa Evaluations
Examine the psychological harm resulting from human trafficking, helping victims apply for legal status under the T visa program.
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U Visa Evaluations
Address the mental health effects of victimization due to specific crimes like domestic violence or sexual assault, supporting applications for legal status through the U visa.
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Extreme Hardship Evaluations (I-601A and I-601)
Evaluate how deportation or removal would affect the mental health of qualifying relatives, particularly U.S. citizens or legal residents.
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Cancellation of Deportation Evaluations
Document the psychological impact of deportation on the individual or their relatives, helping make the case for canceling deportation.