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Immigration Psychological Evaluation Guides
Find clear answers about evaluation types, preparation, language support, timelines, and choosing a qualified evaluator.
Evaluator
Cheryl Chen, LMHC-D, LPC
Secure telehealth evaluations, detailed documentation, and attorney coordination when needed.
Availability by state
Where immigration evaluations are currently available
Use the state pages to confirm current authorization wording, telehealth eligibility, and city coverage before scheduling.
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What Do You Need Help With?
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Cost, Timing & What's Included
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Language support
Speak in the language that feels most natural
Cheryl conducts evaluations directly in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese. Professional interpreters are available for additional languages at no additional cost.
Immigration psychological evaluation services
Work directly with Cheryl
Licensed psychotherapist with LMHC-D and LPC credentials
Columbia University graduate experienced in immigration psychological evaluations
Direct Mandarin and Taiwanese evaluations, with professional interpreters for additional languages
What's included
90-120-minute virtual evaluation
A detailed report, generally 10–15 pages
Detailed report generally completed within 5 business days after all required information and documents are received.
Relevant document review
Evidence-based clinical assessment and diagnosis when clinically appropriate
Attorney coordination and requested revisions included
Reasonable revisions at no additional cost
Professional interpreter support for most languages at no additional cost