
If you or your attorney needs a psychological evaluation to support your immigration case,
I provide comprehensive, evidence-based evaluations for individuals throughout California via secure telehealth.
I provide comprehensive immigration psychological evaluations for individuals and attorneys involved in immigration cases. Each evaluation carefully documents the emotional, psychological, and mental health effects of trauma, hardship, and life experiences, providing professional clinical documentation to support your immigration petition.
The immigration process can be one of the most stressful and emotionally overwhelming experiences a person or family will ever face. Whether you're worried about being separated from a loved one, trying to rebuild your life after surviving violence or persecution, or facing uncertainty about your future, you may be carrying an emotional burden that feels impossible to put into words.
You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma related to violence or persecution, the effects of domestic violence, childhood abuse, or the ongoing fear of family separation. Many individuals have spent years living with uncertainty, carrying the emotional weight of their immigration journey while trying to remain strong for themselves and their families.
A comprehensive immigration psychological evaluation provides an opportunity to share your story in a safe, compassionate, and professional setting. The evaluation documents your personal history, current emotional struggles, and the psychological impact of your experiences, helping your attorney present a more complete picture of how your immigration circumstances have affected your mental and emotional well-being.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience, I provide comprehensive, evidence-based immigration psychological evaluations in a compassionate, supportive environment where your story is heard with dignity and respect.
Every evaluation is completed with careful attention to detail and tailored to your unique experiences.
For individuals seeking a hardship waiver by documenting the emotional and psychological impact that separation or relocation would have on a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member.
For individuals who have experienced persecution, violence, torture, or fear of returning to their home country.
The evaluation documents the psychological effects of these experiences.
For survivors of domestic violence, emotional abuse, or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, or adult child.
The evaluation documents the emotional and psychological impact of the abuse.
For victims of qualifying crimes who have experienced emotional or psychological trauma as a result of the crime.
The evaluation helps document the mental health effects of those experiences.
For survivors of human trafficking. The evaluation documents the emotional and psychological impact of trafficking, exploitation, and related trauma.
For individuals facing removal (deportation) from the United States.
The evaluation documents the emotional, psychological, and mental health hardships that may be relevant to the immigration case.

Full Psychological Evaluations for your immigration petition.
The following cases can benefit from a Psychological Evaluation:
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Evaluacion Psicologica Completa para su peticion de Inmigracion.
Los siguientes casos migratorios se pueden beneficiar de una Evaluacion Psicologica:
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✔ Immigration Attorneys
I collaborate with attorneys to provide thorough, informed psychological evaluations that support hardship waivers and humanitarian immigration cases. My reports are detailed, objective, and tailored to strengthen legal arguments.
I assist immigrants and their families experiencing emotional hardship, trauma, separation fears, domestic violence, or other psychological impacts related to immigration proceedings.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Not every immigration case requires a psychological evaluation.
If your attorney recommends one, it can provide important clinical documentation about the emotional and psychological impact of your experiences.
Yes. I provide the clinical interviews with the patients in both English and Spanish.
The Immigration Psychological Evaluation Report is written in English.
A comprehensive immigration psychological evaluation can:
✔ Document emotional hardship, trauma, and mental health concerns.
✔ Provide objective clinical documentation of the psychological impact of your experiences.
✔ Explain how separation, deportation, trauma, or other immigration-related circumstances have affected your emotional well-being.
✔ Present professional clinical findings based on a comprehensive psychological evaluation.
✔ Help decision-makers better understand the emotional and psychological impact of your experiences.
These evaluations provide objective clinical documentation that may assist decision-makers in understanding the emotional and psychological effects of an individual's immigration-related experiences.
The evaluation depends on your individual case, but most clients can expect:
How long does it take to receive my evaluation report?
Your completed psychological evaluation is typically ready within approximately two weeks after your final appointment.
*If you have an urgent court or filing deadline, expedited reports may be available in less than one week for an additional fee. Please let us know as early as possible if you need expedited service.
Yes. I currently provide secure telehealth appointments for clients located anywhere in California.
When you schedule your appointment, you will receive a private, secure link to join your session, similar to a Zoom or video call. Your telehealth appointment is conducted through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform to help protect your privacy and confidentiality.
Yes. Your information is confidential and protected according to applicable privacy laws and professional standards. With your written permission, I can also communicate with your attorney regarding your evaluation.
Yes. I frequently collaborate with immigration attorneys and, with your written authorization, can coordinate directly with your legal team throughout the evaluation process.
*Once your evaluation is completed, and with your written authorization, I will send the report directly to your attorney by secure email or USPS Priority Mail, depending on your attorney's preference.
We'll discuss your personal history, immigration history, emotional experiences, current symptoms, and other information relevant to your case. If appropriate, psychological questionnaires may also be included as part of the evaluation.
No. A psychological evaluation is one part of an immigration case and cannot guarantee any legal outcome. The purpose of the evaluation is to provide objective clinical documentation of your psychological functioning and the emotional impact of your experiences.
Please contact my office for current fees and scheduling information. I'll be happy to explain the evaluation process, answer your questions, and discuss what is included.
Contact my office to schedule your initial consultation. I'll answer your questions, explain the evaluation process, and help you determine the next steps.
Costa Mesa, California
Serving Clients Throughout California via Secure Telehealth
(714) 989-9955
TRAUMA THERAPY FOR WOMEN IN COSTA MESA, CA
2900 Bristol St, COSTA MESA, CA 92626, us