EVALUATIONS

Asylum

Asylum evaluations assess the psychological impact of traumatic experiences—such as torture, persecution or hostility—related to a protected aspect of an individual’s identity, such as race, religion or political opinion. These evaluations help support the asylum claim by demonstrating how the trauma has affected the individual’s psychological well-being and functioning.

Extreme Hardship Waiver
(I-601 and I-601A)

Extreme hardship evaluations document the emotional, psychological, medical, or financial impact of potential separation from a family member facing deportation. They provide clinical evidence—such as anxiety, depression, or caregiving strain—to support claims that a U.S. citizen or permanent resident would suffer significant hardship if deportation occurs.

U- Visa

U-Visa evaluations document the psychological impact of surviving a serious crime. They provide evidence of trauma, such as anxiety or depression, to support claims of substantial psychological harm and cooperation with law enforcement.

(VAWA) (Violence Against Women Act)

VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) evaluations assess the psychological effects of abuse for individuals who have experienced intimate partner or domestic violence by a US citizen or lawful permanent resident family member. These evaluations document the psychological effects of abuse and provide clinical evidence of trauma — such as anxiety or depression — to support the self-petition for legal status.

T-Visa

T-Visa evaluations are conducted for individuals who have been victims of human trafficking, including labor or sex trafficking. These evaluations assess the psychological effects of the trauma—such as fear, anxiety, depression or PTSD—and provide clinical documentation to support the applicant’s claim. 

SJIS

Special Immigrant Juvenile evaluations assess the psychological impact of abuse, neglect, or abandonment on a child seeking legal protection in the U.S. They document mental health effects and potential harm if returned to their country. Clinical evidence such as trauma, anxiety, depression or attachment issues supports eligibility and best interest findings.