Immigration Evaluations
Leaders in Culturally Responsive Psychological Evaluations
Psychological Assessments for Immigration Cases
Expert Evaluations to Support Your Case
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Comprehensive Immigration Evaluations
We provide psychological evaluations for immigration cases, including asylum, hardship waivers, VAWA, and U visas. Each assessment is tailored to the client’s unique experiences and circumstances, with sensitivity to cultural and personal background.
Expertise with Middle Eastern, Desi, and Latino populations, with culturally informed care.
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Experienced, Culturally Informed Assessments
Award winning therapists and recognized excellence.
With specialized training in trauma, cultural identity, and mental health, we approach each evaluation with care and professionalism. Our goal is to create a safe, respectful environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their stories.
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Clear Reports for Stronger Legal Cases
Reports are written with both clinical accuracy and legal clarity in mind. Attorneys receive thorough, well-documented evaluations that can strengthen case narratives and support clients through the immigration process.
Psychological Immigration Evaluations
Immigration Evaluation Services
Expert Evaluations for Visa & Immigration Purposes
Are you seeking professional immigration evaluations for your visa, green card, or citizenship application?
Our experienced team provides comprehensive psychological evaluations to support your case.
We are an award-winning psychological practice with a reputation for cross cultural and immigration focus.
Recognized for Excellence in Counseling
We are proud to be recognized across the DMV area for our commitment to cross-cultural competence and inclusive care. Our team has achieved several milestones, including:
The first Arab American recipient of the Virginia Counselors Association Award
Named among the Best Therapists in Northern Virginia four years in a row
Invited to speak at professional and community engagements and conferences on cross-cultural mental health with a focus on Arabic speaking, DESI communities, Muslim, and mixed generation populations.
Our work reflects a dedication to quality, cultural sensitivity, and the well-being of every client we serve.
Our Services Include:
Psychological Evaluations
For Waiver of Inadmissibility
Psychological hardship evaluations
Mental health assessments for family reunification
Supporting documents for I-601 and I-601A Waivers
Expert Testimony
Support for court cases and legal proceedings
Expert witness testimony for asylum, deportation, and other legal matters
Why Choose Us?
Experienced Team: Licensed professionals with a deep understanding of U.S. immigration law and cross-cultural psychology
Confidential & Compassionate: We prioritize your privacy and provide thoughtful, respectful care
Fast & Reliable: Timely evaluations to ensure your case proceeds smoothly
Affordable Services: Competitive rates with flexible payment options
English, Arabic and Spanish available
An immigration evaluation, also known as a hardship evaluation or psychological evaluation, is a professional assessment conducted by a licensed professional, such as a licensed professional counselor, licensed clinical social worker, or psychologist. Immigration evaluations provide a thorough explanation of an individual’s current mental state and the hardships they are facing related to their immigration case. They often include the licensed professional’s observations and recommendations, including their concerns as to how deportation or relocation could impact an individual and/or their family, based on evidence collected throughout an interview.
FAQs
Why Elect for an Immigration Evaluation?
Given the significant volume and processing times for immigration applications, it is worth you strongly considering an immigration evaluation from a licensed mental health professional to strengthen your case and chances of approval. With processing rates being anywhere from 15 to 60 months depending on your form of petition, you could face prolonged uncertainty before receiving an answer, and if you could have strengthened your case from the start, then why not do so? You do not want to find out that your application was denied almost two or five years after submission and possibly go through the process again or worse, be relocated to another country. The investment of an immigration evaluation from an expert is worth your future and your peace of mind.
Why should get an evaluation for immigration?
Psychological immigration evaluations provide important documentation that can support immigration cases by assessing the emotional, cognitive, and psychological impact of life experiences. These evaluations are often requested by attorneys to help demonstrate the mental health factors relevant to an individual’s case.
Instead of being a name on another immigration form, your story and pain can be explained through an evaluation.
Why Your Current Therapist Cannot Provide You an Immigration Evaluation
Having your current mental health provider conduct a clinical evaluation for your immigration application can come across as biased. They may have been seeing you for a while and therefore, will naturally favor a positive outcome for you. This could compromise the credibility of your report in the eyes of the adjudication officer. Choosing an outside party to conduct your immigration evaluation shows they that are impartial to your case and that they have no ties to you.
3 Key ways an Immigration Evaluation Can Help Strengthen Your Immigration Application
Establishes Credibility An immigration evaluation conducted by a licensed professional within the mental health field can add an extra layer of trustworthiness and credibility to your application. Licensed professionals can objectively assess your mental health and hardship, making the application more reliable to immigration authorities.
Demonstrates Hardship An excellent written report will contain detailed evidence of the emotional and physical hardships an individual and/or their family may face, if the application is denied. This may include addressing current mental health issues, history of trauma, development of mental health issues, psychological deterioration, or other challenges.
Provides Supporting Documentation The written report from the evaluation will include diagnostic findings, assessments, and professional observations made by the licensed professional given their professional background and training. Supporting documentation may help create a more convincing application, therefore making it easier for authorities to understand an applicant’s situation.
How much does it cost?
Basic evaluations: Typically range from $1,000 to $2,000
Includes:
Immediate scheduling
The evaluation includes, initial session, comprehensive mental health assessment, family dynamics, evaluation for anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, diagnosis if applicable, report writing, completed report sent within 7 business days and communication with your lawyer for 30 days.
The investment of an immigration evaluation from an expert is worth your future and your peace of mind.
Interest free payment plans available
How long does an evaluation take?
Roughly 2-3 hours.
Where are you located?
We have offices in Falls Church, Vienna and Fairfax, Virginia
We also offer convenient telehealth options
When will I receive my report?
The evaluation includes, initial session, comprehensive mental health assessment, family dynamics, evaluation for anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, diagnosis if applicable, report writing, completed report sent within 7 business days and communication with your lawyer for 30 days.
Types of Waivers or Petitions
There are several kinds of waivers or petitions one may apply for to meet their immigration needs. Each one requires certain criteria to be met in order to be eligible. Speaking with an immigration lawyer can help you identify what options you have and the required paperwork you may need to file. Below are some of the most common kinds of applications for immigration relief and which an immigration evaluation may help to increase credibility:
I-601 or Extreme Hardship Waivers
This type of waiver allows certain individuals to enter or remain in the U.S. if their removal would cause extreme hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member.
Spousal Abuse or Violence against Women Act (VAWA)
Despite it being called the Violence Against Women Act, this petition allows anyone of any gender who has been abused, including spouse, children, and parents, to self-petition for legal status without the abuser’s knowledge or consent.
Asylum or Refugee
This application provides individuals with protection who are fleeing their home country due to fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, sex, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
T Visa
A T Visa provides immigration relief to victims of human trafficking. Under this petition, an individual is allowed to remain in the U.S. and must have complied with any reasonable request from law enforcement in their investigation and/or prosecution of human trafficking cases. In addition, an individual must show that they would suffer extreme hardship if they were removed from the U.S.
U Visa
This type of petition grants legal status, and even work eligibility, to undocumented immigrants who have been a victim of a serious crime and who have suffered from mental or physical abuse. Under this petition, an individual must be willing to assist law enforcement in investigating and/or prosecuting the criminal activity.
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