Immigration evaluations provide psychological documentation to support individuals and families navigating immigration proceedings. These evaluations are often used to demonstrate emotional hardship, trauma history, or other psychological factors that are relevant to applications for legal relief. At Van Horn Forensic & Psychological Services, these assessments are conducted with care, cultural sensitivity, and a clear understanding of the legal context in which the findings will be reviewed.

Types of Immigration Evaluations Offered:

• I-601 / I-601A Extreme Hardship Waivers

• Cancellation of Removal

• T-Visa (human trafficking)

• U-Visa (crime victim)

• VAWA (Violence Against Women Act)

• Asylum and Withholding of Removal

What the Evaluation Involves:

Each evaluation begins with a clinical interview to explore the individual’s background, psychological symptoms, and the circumstances relevant to their immigration case. Psychological testing may be administered when appropriate to assess the presence and severity of mental health concerns, such as depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, or cognitive limitations.

Collateral information may also be reviewed, such as medical records, school documents, or statements from legal or support professionals. After all information is gathered, a detailed report is written to clearly explain the psychological impact of the situation and how it may relate to the legal standard being considered.

Compassionate and Legally Oriented:

While immigration evaluations are clinical in nature, they are designed with legal application in mind. Reports are written in a way that is accessible to immigration attorneys, adjudicators, and judges, while still preserving the integrity of the clinical findings.

Services are offered in a respectful and nonjudgmental environment, with attention to language needs and cultural context. Referrals are welcome from attorneys, community organizations, or directly from individuals and families.