Your Story Deserves to Be Heard — And We’re Here to Help You Tell It.

We provide thoughtful, trauma-informed psychological evaluations for immigration cases like asylum, VAWA, and hardship waivers — all through secure, confidential telehealth across California. Trusted by attorneys. Rooted in compassion.

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Navigating the immigration process can be overwhelming, especially when your mental health or personal safety is part of the story. At Full Vida Therapy, we offer psychological evaluations for immigration cases, helping to document the emotional impact of life events with clarity, dignity, and clinical precision.

Whether you're seeking safety, stability, or a new beginning, we’re here to walk alongside you — with empathy and expertise.

Types of Immigration Evaluations We Provide

  • For individuals fleeing persecution in their home country due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular group.

    How we help: We assess the psychological impact of the trauma you’ve experienced and how it continues to affect your well-being. Our evaluation can help establish credibility, emotional distress, and the lasting effects of persecution.

  • For survivors of certain crimes (e.g., domestic violence, assault) who have cooperated with law enforcement.

    How we help: We assess and explain the psychological toll the crime has had on you, helping demonstrate the seriousness of the harm and how it has shaped your emotional and mental health.

  • For survivors of human trafficking, including labor or sex trafficking.

    How we help: Our trauma-informed evaluations offer sensitive, thorough documentation of the long-term psychological consequences of trafficking. This helps strengthen your case by clearly illustrating the trauma you’ve endured.

  • For individuals (of any gender) who have suffered abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.

    How we help: We document the emotional and psychological impact of the abuse, including symptoms of PTSD, depression, or anxiety. Our report provides insight into how the abuse has affected your mental health and your need for protection.

  • For immigrants whose removal or denial of legal status would cause extreme hardship to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.

    How we help: We evaluate the emotional, psychological, and physical impact that your deportation would have on your qualifying family member(s). This includes assessing symptoms like anxiety, depression, or trauma-related stress.

  • For individuals in removal proceedings who can show that their deportation would cause exceptional and extremely unusual hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member.

    How we help: Similar to hardship waivers, we assess how your removal would affect your family’s mental and emotional health — especially children or other vulnerable family members — and provide clinical support for your request to remain in the U.S.

What to Expect - Step-by-Step

We know the immigration process can feel overwhelming — especially when it involves sharing deeply personal experiences. Our goal is to make this process as safe, clear, and supportive as possible. Here's what you can expect when working with us:

1. Free Phone Consultation (15 minutes)

We’ll briefly discuss your case type, timeline, and goals. This is also a chance for you to ask questions and make sure we’re the right fit.

There’s no pressure — just a warm, honest conversation to help you feel supported from the beginning.

2. Evaluation Sessions (1–2 appointments)

Sessions are held via secure, HIPAA-compliant video. We take a gentle, nonjudgmental approach, allowing you to share your story at your own pace. Sessions typically last 60–90 minutes.

You don’t need to have everything “figured out.” We’ll guide you with compassion and care.

3. Attorney Collaboration (with your permission)

With your consent, we can coordinate directly with your immigration attorney to ensure that the evaluation aligns with your legal strategy and addresses the most relevant areas of concern.

We’re here to be part of your team — not just your clinician.

4. Optional Collateral Collection

If helpful, we may ask for supporting documents such as letters from loved ones, medical records, or previous evaluations. These can provide helpful context but aren’t always required.

Your privacy is always respected, and we’ll only request what truly supports your case.

5. Written Report (Delivered in 2–3 weeks)

You’ll receive a comprehensive, trauma-informed report tailored to your immigration case. All reports meet clinical and legal standards appropriate for submission to USCIS or immigration court.

Reports are shared securely with you and/or your attorney, and we allow time for revisions if needed.

6. Rush Options Available

On a tight deadline? We offer expedited evaluations and reports (often within 5–7 business days), depending on availability. Let us know your timeline upfront and we’ll do our best to meet it.

7. Bilingual Services Available

We offer evaluations in both English and Spanish to ensure you can express yourself clearly and comfortably.

We believe language should never be a barrier to being understood.

Please note: The evaluation service includes interviews and a written report. It does not cover court appearances or live testimony.

Why Choose Full Vida Therapy for Your Immigration Evaluation?

Choosing someone to help tell your story isn’t just about credentials — it’s about trust, safety, and feeling seen. Here’s what makes our approach different:

  • Licensed Mental Health Professionals with Immigration-Specific Training
    We understand the unique clinical and legal needs of immigration evaluations and stay up to date on best practices.

  • Trauma-Informed and Culturally Sensitive Care
    We approach every story with compassion, honoring your lived experience and cultural background without judgment.

  • Extensive Experience with Trauma, Domestic Violence, and Chronic Stress
    We’re trained to recognize how past trauma impacts present-day symptoms and to document it clearly and sensitively.

  • Bilingual Services Available
    Evaluations can be completed in both English and Spanish to ensure you’re fully comfortable and understood.

  • Secure, Confidential Telehealth Across California
    All sessions are HIPAA-compliant, making access to care safe, private, and convenient — no matter where you live.

  • Personalized, Attentive Approach
    We never rush your process. We take time to listen, build trust, and tailor every report to your unique experience and legal needs.

  • Attorney-Trusted Reports
    We collaborate directly with attorneys (with your consent) to ensure your evaluation addresses relevant legal questions with clarity and care. If you or your family need ongoing therapeutic support beyond the evaluation, Full Vida Therapy offers individual, family, and bilingual therapy services throughout California.

  • Timely Turnaround with Rush Options Available
    We meet most deadlines within 2–3 weeks and offer expedited options when time is critical.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You're not alone — many people feel that way. We approach every conversation with care and without judgment. You can share at your own pace, and we’ll never pressure you to say more than you're ready for. This is your story, and we're here to support you in telling it safely.

  • Most evaluations take 1 to 2 sessions, each lasting about 60–90 minutes. The full report is typically completed within 2–3 weeks after the final session. If you need it sooner, rush options are available.

  • We offer bilingual evaluations in Spanish and can coordinate with interpreters if needed. Our goal is to help you express yourself as clearly and comfortably as possible.

  • While no evaluation can guarantee a legal outcome, psychological evaluations are often powerful tools in immigration cases. Attorneys regularly use these reports to demonstrate the emotional and psychological impact of past trauma or the hardship of family separation. We write each report with both clinical accuracy and legal relevance in mind.

  • Psychological Immigration Evaluations: $1,000

    • $400.00 expedited evals within 7 days

    • $600.00 expedited evals within 5 days

      Evaluations typically range from $1,000 to $1,600, depending on complexity and turnaround time.

      We offer rush services for tight deadlines and may provide payment plans to help make the process more accessible.

      We'll always talk through pricing with you before moving forward.

  • Immigration evaluations are generally not covered by insurance, as they are considered forensic services.

  • Yes. Your privacy is deeply important to us. All sessions and reports are confidential and protected by HIPAA, unless you give written permission to share information with your attorney or others.

  • You don’t need to prepare anything formal. Just come as you are. If there are any documents or letters your attorney recommends sharing, you’re welcome to send them ahead of time. We’ll guide you through the rest.