
Immigration Psychological Evaluations
The Role of a Mental Health Evaluation in Immigration Cases
A psychological immigration evaluation can make a powerful difference in the outcome of your case. These professional assessments help immigration authorities understand the emotional, psychological, and family impact of your situation. When completed by a licensed mental health professional, the evaluation becomes an important piece of evidence that can strengthen your petition and support your attorney’s legal strategy.
At Restoring Hope Counseling, we provide immigration mental health evaluations in English and Spanish, combining professional expertise with compassion and cultural understanding. Our goal is to listen to your story with care and create a thorough, USCIS-compliant report that supports your case.
What Is an Immigration Mental Health Evaluation?
An immigration evaluation is a confidential psychological assessment that gives the courts and immigration officers a fuller understanding of your experiences. The process typically begins when your immigration attorney refers you for an evaluation.
During the evaluation, we:
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Gather important background information about you and your family
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Conduct a detailed clinical interview to understand your history, challenges, and strengths
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Assess how your immigration situation impacts your mental health and daily life
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Provide a comprehensive written report that your attorney can submit as evidence in your case
Types of Cases We Support
We provide psychological evaluations for a variety of immigration proceedings, including:
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Extreme Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A)
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Spousal Abuse (VAWA)
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Political Asylum Cases
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U Visa (Victims of Crime)
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T Visa (Victims of Trafficking)
What to Expect from the Process
Our evaluations are personalized, professional, and supportive. You can expect:
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A compassionate, trauma-informed interview process
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Services available in English and Spanish
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A detailed, USCIS-compliant report that addresses the specific needs of your case
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Collaboration with your attorney to ensure the report strengthens your petition
Cost & Process
The investment for a psychological immigration evaluation varies depending on the type of case, the number of family members involved, and whether an expedited report is needed. Each evaluation typically includes:
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2–3 hours of clinical interview time
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Review of case-related information
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Communication with your attorney
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Preparation of a comprehensive written report
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Revisions as needed in collaboration with your attorney
Please note: court testimony and travel fees (if required) are not included.
Contact us directly for detailed pricing and to discuss your case.

Why Choose Restoring Hope Counseling?
When it comes to immigration psychological evaluations, experience and cultural understanding matter.
About Jessica Sagastume, LMHC, NCC, QS
I have dedicated over 5 years to providing psychological evaluations at Restoring Hope Counseling. In addition to being a licensed mental health counselor, I bring a unique combination of clinical expertise and legal background to this work:
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Former legal assistant at a well-known immigration law office in SWFL
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Family mediator certified in the state of Florida
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Extensive specialized training with nationally recognized experts in psychological evaluations
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Collaborative experience working with attorneys across Florida, Ohio, and New Jersey.
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Over 150 psychological evaluations completed for immigration cases
Licensed in Florida, Ohio, and New Jersey, I am able to provide evaluations for clients residing in those states.
Beyond credentials, this work is deeply personal to me. Having immigrant family members myself, I approach every evaluation with compassion, respect, and integrity. Each client’s story is unique, and you can expect a personalized clinical interview and report that reflects your individual experiences and needs.
"Jessica helped me tremendously with my immigration paperwork evaluation, and her communication with me throughout the process was excellent."
Client - J.G.
TESTIMONIALS
"Jessica does a consistently amazing job! She is very responsive and professional."
Valeria - DeMine Immigration Firm
"Jessica’s evaluations are always thorough, timely, and tailored to each client’s case. Our clients feel supported throughout the process, and her reports consistently strengthen our filings. She’s a trusted professional we confidently refer to."
PerGo Law Firm

Take the Next Step:
A psychological evaluation can be the key piece of evidence your immigration case needs. We are here to guide you through the process with professionalism and care.
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239-351-5532