Immigration Psychological Evaluation Services

Compassionate, Trauma-Informed Support for Your Immigration Case in California

Bilingual Services Available in English and Spanish
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and experienced mental health therapist, I provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed psychological evaluations to support individuals navigating the U.S. immigration system. My approach is focused on your story, safety, and dignity, ensuring that your unique experiences are respected throughout the process. Evaluations are conducted securely via telehealth.

Comprehensive Immigration Psychological Evaluations for Adults and Children, Supporting U.S. Immigration Cases

An immigration psychological evaluation is a clinical assessment that documents your mental health history, current symptoms, and the effects of trauma or hardship. These evaluations provide crucial evidence for immigration cases, assisting courts and USCIS in understanding your experiences.
Immigrants make america great

Asylum

Capturing the experiences of persecution, trauma, and PTSD

VAWA

Impact of intimate partner violence or abuse

U-VISA

Psychological harm resulting from qualifying crimes

T-Visa

Trauma related to human trafficking

Extreme Hardship Waivers

Prove severe hardship to family if deported

Cancellation of Removal

Support for staying in the U.S. due to hardship or trauma

My role as a Mental Health Evaluator

As a mental health evaluator for immigration cases, and years of experience as a therapist. I provide trauma-informed evaluations that are important for your immigration case. Whether you need help with VAWA, U Visa, T Visa, or hardship waiver applications, my evaluations support your case with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and clinical expertise. I make sure your story is heard and validated throughout the process.

What to Expect

Intake

To determine your case language needed and timeline.

Clinical Interviews

2-3 hour total telehealth meeting.

Evaluation Report

A 10-25 pg Evaluation

Attorney Collaboration

with your consent, to ensure that my evaluation aligns with your legal strategy. This includes reviewing materials they provide, such as declarations and case summaries. Once completed, a secure PDF report is sent to you and/or your attorney, and printed copies can be made available upon request.

Accessibility & Trauma-Informed Care

I prioritize your comfort and well-being during the process. I can adjust the pace, offer breaks, and support options like an interpreter or support person. Let me know how I can make this experience work best for you.
Pricing

Evaluation Assessment Cost

Standard Option
$ 1200
The standard turnaround time for the completed psychological report is 4 weeks from the final appointment date.
  • $600 Deposit at Intake
  • $600 Completed Evaluation
  • Payment Plan Available
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Rush Option
$ 1600
Turnaround: 15 days from intake to report completion.
  • Payment In Full
  • $800 deposit at intake
  • $800 Completed Evaluation
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Payment Policies

All evaluations must be paid in full before submission to attorneys and before the report is delivered.
Flexible options are available to accomodate clients needs a $ 300 deposit to start the process, with the balance due before the report is released.

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

If you cannot find the answer to your question here, please feel free to contact us for support.

Being trauma-informed means I prioritize your emotional safety during the evaluation. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can control what you share and how we proceed.

Immigration evaluations are typically out‑of‑pocket.

Yes—see rush options above. Availability varies by week.

All evaluation sessions are held virtually on a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.

Often yes. Many clients complete 1–2 interviews totaling about 2–3 hours.

 Yes. With your consent, I will coordinate on timelines and any clarifications needed.

I don't provide expert testimony, but my evaluations can support your immigration case.

Hola! I am Edith

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Edith Arias is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, trauma-informed therapist, and wellness practitioner dedicated to supporting migrants and immigrants with compassion, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to creating a safe, empowering environment. As a first-generation daughter of refugee immigrants, Edith’s personal journey fuels her passion for advocacy and her deep understanding of the immigrant experience. She has provided on-the-ground clinical support for migrants in Tijuana and continues to champion their voices through empathetic, trauma-informed immigration evaluations. Combining her expertise in psychotherapy, mindfulness, and cultural awareness, Edith is devoted to honoring each client’s story and guiding them with care on their immigration journey.
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If you or your attorney believes that a psychological evaluation could benefit your immigration case, I encourage you to reach out to me. I offer a complimentary 20-minute consultation to answer your questions, explain the process, and help you decide if we’re the right fit.
📧 Email: [email protected]

📞 Phone/Text: (323) 538-0230

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A deposit is required before your initial consultation can be scheduled.
Full payment must be completed before your final report is delivered.

If you choose a payment plan, your timeline may be longer than the standard delivery estimate. Report delivery depends on how quickly payments are completed.

Expedited (Rush) service timelines apply only when paid in full or on the expedited schedule.


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Important Payment & Timing Information

A deposit is required before your initial consultation can be scheduled.
Full payment must be completed before your final report is delivered.

If you choose a payment plan, your timeline may be longer than the standard delivery estimate. Report delivery depends on how quickly payments are completed.

Expedited (Rush) service timelines apply only when paid in full or on the expedited schedule.


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