Who can conduct an immigration psychological evaluation?

Only mental health professionals in the U.S. can conduct valid evaluations for immigration purposes. This includes: Clinical Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) Psychiatrists Clinical Social Workers Mental Health Counselors Marriage and Family Therapists

How long does the evaluation take?

Most evaluations take about 2.5 hours, which includes a clinical interview, mental health history, and use of standardized assessment tools if needed.

When will I receive my report?

The full report is typically delivered within 10 business days. Expedited options may be available if you have an urgent deadline.

What language is the report written in?

All reports are written in English, as required by USCIS.

Can I do the evaluation online?

Yes. We offer virtual evaluations via secure video call. This option is fully valid and accepted for immigration cases.

How can I prepare for my evaluation?

We’ll send you a preparation guide with common questions, documents to gather, and tips to help you feel comfortable. You can also request a brief call from the evaluator beforehand.

Can the evaluator testify in court or as an expert witness?

The professional Psychologists and Mental Health Counselors at Total Health Guidance can testify in court or be used as expert witnesses to defend any assessment or evaluation that they have completed. Members of our team have been deemed expert witnesses in federal immigration courts.

Immigration Evaluations

Services

Immigration Evaluations

A Mental Health or Psychological Evaluation adds a tremendous value to an immigration case. An expert evaluation conducted by a mental health professional (in English or Spanish) along with a comprehensive report can be used by your attorney to support your case and positively impact your immigration proceedings.

An Immigration Psychological / Mental Health Evaluation is an assessment that is used to help immigration courts determine whether a person can legally remain in the United States. An immigration evaluation starts by talking with your attorney. If an attorney recommends that you and/or members of your family should have an assessment completed, we will gather any relevant information about your case along with any specific legal issues.

The immigration evaluation includes questions regarding, but are not limited to, your current immigration status; your personal and family history; your work history; and any medical or psychiatric history that may be relevant. We will then complete a written report which can be sent to your attorney if you request it.

We serve the entire state of Florida. Our main office is in Orlando, but we serve clients virtually in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa, Key West, Daytona, Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tallahassee, Pensacola, and throughout the state of Florida. We can usually schedule assessment appointments within 5 days from your call. All our evaluations are completed in a comfortable and completely confidential environment.

What types of immigration evaluations do you offer?

We offer specialized evaluations for the following immigration cases:

Extreme Hardship Cases

Immigration Psychological Evaluation for Extreme Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A Waivers)

Evaluation to document the extreme emotional, psychological, financial, or medical hardship a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident would face if their loved one is deported.
The U.S. citizen or green card holder is evaluated (not the person facing deportation).

Spousal Abuse (VAWA)

Immigration Psychological Evaluation for Victims of Abuse

Evaluation for victims of emotional, physical, or sexual abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse.
The undocumented victim is evaluated.

U Visa

Immigration Psychological Evaluation for Victims of Crime

Evaluation to document the emotional and psychological effects of being a victim of a qualifying crime (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, kidnapping).
The undocumented victim is evaluated.

Asylum Cases

Immigration Psychological Evaluation for Fear of Persecution

Evaluation to document fear of persecution if returned to the person’s home country, based on race, nationality, religion, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.
The asylum applicant (undocumented person) is evaluated.

Cost

We believe that we are the most affordable office anywhere in the state of Florida for Immigration Evaluations. The evaluation includes the initial session and report writing, as well as the completed report with diagnosis if applicable.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an evaluation, please call our office today.

FAQs

Who can conduct an immigration psychological evaluation?
Only mental health professionals in the U.S. can conduct valid evaluations for immigration purposes. This includes:
- Clinical Psychologists (PhD or PsyD)
- Psychiatrists
- Clinical Social Workers
- Mental Health Counselors
- Marriage and Family Therapists
How long does the evaluation take?
Most evaluations take about 2.5 hours, which includes a clinical interview, mental health history, and use of standardized assessment tools if needed.
When will I receive my report?
The full report is typically delivered within 10 business days. Expedited options may be available if you have an urgent deadline.
What language is the report written in?
All reports are written in English, as required by USCIS.
Can I do the evaluation online?
Yes. We offer virtual evaluations via secure video call. This option is fully valid and accepted for immigration cases.
How can I prepare for my evaluation?
We’ll send you a preparation guide with common questions, documents to gather, and tips to help you feel comfortable. You can also request a brief call from the evaluator beforehand.
Can the evaluator testify in court or as an expert witness?
The professional Psychologists and Mental Health Counselors at Total Health Guidance can testify in court or be used as expert witnesses to defend any assessment or evaluation that they have completed. Members of our team have been deemed expert witnesses in federal immigration courts.