Evaluations can support your immigration process by providing documentation of psychosocial distress or risk of future distress related to your type of immigration petition

Once you are scheduled, I will send you a consent form to participate in the evaluation and a form to sign giving her permission to collaborate with your lawyer

You will have two interviews, each lasting 1-2 hours, during which I will review your history, life experiences and current challenges, with a specific focus on details relevant to the specific immigration case.

Between the two interviews, I will send you self-assessment forms to complete that she will review before the second interview

After the second interview, I will coordinate with any outside contacts, if relevant, such as school personnel, healthcare providers or other family members

I will then write a comprehensive evaluation.

I recognize that a mental health evaluation can be uncomfortable in the best of circumstances and particularly challenging with the stress that can accompany immigration proceedings. I have years of experience as a therapist supporting individuals and families through significant challenges.

I will go at your pace and ensure you feel emotionally safe and comfortable through the process. Please keep in mind that you will not be forced to share anything you do not want to share

Most clients describe that the evaluation was much easier emotionally than expected and that they actually feel better after than they did before the evaluation.

Keep in mind that there is no wrong way to do an evaluation and nothing you will need to do to prepare. I will guide you through the process one step at a time.

All evaluations are conducted in English. I have extensive experience working with interpreters and can provide recommendations to hire an interpreter if another language is needed.

Please note that a professional interpreter is needed, rather than a family member or friend. You will be responsible for the cost of the interpreter and arrange payment with the interpreter independently.

Yes! I will provide you with a draft of the evaluation to review for accuracy and to ensure if feels representative of your experiences.

I will also provide your lawyer with a draft of the evaluation.

Once the evaluation is finalized and signed, a copy will be provided both to you and to your lawyer directly.

Interviews are generally held online using Zoom. Please ensure you have access to video, reliable internet and a private space to meet.

If you prefer to meet in person, in-person meetings can be held for an added fee to offset the cost of office rental space in Wakefield, MA.

Typically, reports are available within three to four weeks of completing the interviews.

If a report is needed urgently, a rush fee can be applied to ensure either rapid booking and/or rapid report completion, as quickly as within 48 hours if needed.

A flat fee includes all client communications, attorney communications, client meetings, scoring of standardized assessments and the detailed, written report.

Payment plans are available (50% at first session, 25% at second session, 25% when report ready).

Payment can be made securely online.

Interpreters will be hired and paid for by the client separately.

An additional fee may be required for in-person sessions.

An additional fee applies for court testimony.