Blog
Immigration Evaluation Blog
Short, plain-language articles I wrote for clients and attorneys.
Start here
- What Is an Immigration Psychological Evaluation?
An immigration psychological evaluation may provide supporting clinical evidence. A licensed therapist explains who may need one, what the process looks like, and what a detailed report includes.
6 min read
- What to Expect in an Immigration Psychological Evaluation Interview
Being told you need a psychological evaluation for your immigration case can feel unsettling. A licensed evaluator walks you through exactly what happens, from start to finish.
5 min read
- What Questions Are Asked in an Immigration Psychological Evaluation?
Many people feel anxious before an immigration evaluation because they do not know what to expect. A licensed evaluator walks through the questions that come up — and what they are actually for.
6 min read
- Can a Therapist Complete an Immigration Psychological Evaluation?
Many people assume the evaluator must be a psychologist. A licensed counselor explains what credentials are typically accepted, what matters more than the degree, and what to ask before choosing an evaluator.
7 min read
- Can Immigration Psychological Evaluations Be Done Online?
Yes — in most cases, immigration psychological evaluations can be completed by telehealth. A licensed evaluator explains what the process looks like and what clients should know before scheduling.
6 min read
By case type
- I-601 and I-601A Hardship Waiver Psychological Evaluation
A psychological evaluation may provide supporting clinical evidence in a hardship waiver case. A licensed evaluator explains what the report documents and how an attorney may use it.
6 min read
- Asylum Psychological Evaluation: What It Covers and What Makes a Strong Report
An asylum psychological evaluation documents trauma, fear of persecution, and psychological harm. A licensed evaluator explains what the report must cover and why the quality of documentation matters.
6 min read
- VAWA Psychological Evaluation: What the Report Covers and Who Needs One
A VAWA psychological evaluation is not legally required, but it may provide supporting clinical evidence about abuse, trauma, and psychological impact. A licensed evaluator explains what it documents.
5 min read
- U Visa Psychological Evaluation: What It Documents
A U visa psychological evaluation focuses on the emotional and psychological impact of the qualifying criminal activity. A licensed evaluator explains what the interview explores and what the report covers.
5 min read
- T Visa Psychological Evaluation for Trafficking Survivors
T visa evaluations require particular care and a trauma-informed approach. A licensed evaluator explains what the evaluation documents and what clients can expect from the process.
5 min read
- Cancellation of Removal Psychological Evaluation: What It Can Document
Cancellation of removal cases often focus on the hardship to a qualifying relative. A licensed evaluator explains what a psychological evaluation documents and how it helps the attorney build the file.
5 min read
Cost
- How Much Does an Immigration Psychological Evaluation Cost?
The cost of an immigration psychological evaluation varies by provider, case type, and what is included. A licensed evaluator explains what drives the differences and what to look for.
6 min read
Languages
- Spanish Immigration Psychological Evaluations With Professional Interpreters
Spanish-speaking clients should be able to tell their immigration story in the language where they can be most complete. A licensed evaluator explains how professional interpreter support works.
5 min read
- Chinese Immigration Psychological Evaluations in Mandarin and Taiwanese
Language is not just translation — it is how we hold memory, family, and pain. A Mandarin- and Taiwanese-speaking evaluator explains how Chinese-speaking clients can complete an immigration evaluation in their own language.
5 min read