Immigration Mental Health Evaluations
Comprehensive, evidence-based immigration mental health evaluations for individuals and attorneys seeking clinically sound documentation to support immigration cases.
At Ever Growth Counseling®, evaluations are conducted with a high level of clinical rigor, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Each assessment is tailored to align with relevant legal standards while accurately reflecting the individual’s psychological experience.
Who This Service Is For
Immigration Mental Health evaluations are appropriate for individuals who are currently involved in an active immigration case and require a mental health assessment to support legal proceedings.
Referrals are accepted from both:
- Immigration attorneys
- Individuals currently working with legal counsel
Types of Evaluations Offered
- Extreme Hardship Evaluations (I-601 / I-601A)
- Asylum Evaluations
- U-Visa Evaluations
- T-Visa Evaluations
- VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) Evaluations
- N-648 (Disability Waiver for Naturalization)
About the Clinician
Victoria James, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Ever Growth Counseling®. She is licensed to practice in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.Victoria has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including first- and second-generation individuals and immigrant communities. Her approach integrates clinical expertise with a culturally responsive lens to ensure evaluations are both thorough and contextually informed. She has completed specialized training in immigration psychological evaluations and provides services in alignment with established clinical and forensic standards.
What the Evaluation Includes
Each immigration mental health evaluation may include:
- Comprehensive clinical interview(s)
- Detailed psychosocial and immigration-related history
- Assessment of current psychological functioning
- Diagnostic impressions, when applicable
- Use of standardized screening tools (as appropriate)
- A structured, detailed written report tailored to the relevant legal criteria
Reports are written clearly and professionally to support legal review and submission.
Evaluation Process
- Initial Consultation
A brief consultation to determine if the case is appropriate for an evaluation. - Scheduling & Document Review
Relevant legal and background documents are reviewed prior to the evaluation. - Clinical Interview(s)
One or more sessions conducted via secure telehealth. - Report Development
A comprehensive report is prepared based on clinical findings. - Report Delivery
Final report is provided within an agreed-upon timeframe.
Fees
Immigration mental health evaluations are offered as a private-pay service.
Fees start at $1,200 to 1,900 and vary depending on the type and complexity of the case.
Please inquire for detailed pricing and availability.
Important Information
- Immigration evaluations are conducted for legal purposes and are not a substitute for ongoing therapy.
- Participation in an evaluation does not guarantee any specific legal outcome.
- Not all individuals will meet the clinical criteria required for an evaluation.
- An active immigration case is typically required to proceed.
Who May Be a Good Fit
- Individuals with an active immigration case requiring clinical documentation
- Clients currently working with an immigration attorney
- Cases involving significant psychological, emotional, or trauma-related factors
Who This Service May Not Be Appropriate For
- Individuals seeking documentation for general stress or work-related immigration concerns without a legal case
- Employment-based visa concerns without a qualifying legal pathway for evaluation
- Clients not currently engaged in immigration proceedings
Get Started
To schedule a consultation or submit a referral, please fill out the contact form or contact: