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IMMIGRATION EVALUATIONS

Asylum (I-589)
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
U-Visa and T-Visa cases
Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A)
Cancellation of Removal

At Beyond the Sesh, we provide thorough, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive psychosocial evaluations to support immigration cases. These evaluations can offer powerful documentation of your emotional and psychological experiences, helping strengthen your legal case with clinically grounded insight. Beyond the Sesh provides thorough and culturally informed psychosocial evaluations for immigration cases in the following situations:

why it helps

These evaluations document emotional and psychological experiences in a clinically grounded way, which helps attorneys present a clearer and stronger narrative to the court.

Evaluations are available for the following case types:


Confidential, one-on-one evaluation sessions conducted in a supportive virtual setting.

Upon attorney approval of final draft, a final report is sent to the the attorney handling your case.

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A report is drafted within 7-10 business days of the evaluation session.

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Consultation - A brief 15 minute call to discuss your case and answer any questions.

Interview - A virtual interview to assess clients mental health and personal experiences.

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HOW IT WORKS

Our Process

We understand this process can feel vulnerable. Our approach is warm, collaborative, and centered on your comfort and safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Evaluation report?

Evaluations include a clinical interview, mental status examination, self-report questionnaires, and a review of biopsychosocial history. Standardized assessment tools are used to better understand emotional and psychological distress, and relevant medical or psychiatric records are reviewed when available. The evaluation focuses on current symptoms and the impact of trauma and concludes with diagnostic impressions and treatment recommendations.

how much does it cost? how do i pay?

Psychological Evaluation (120 mins) + Written Report | $800
Expedited Report Turnaround (add-on) | $300

Beyond the Sesh accepts credit/debit payments.

Clients are responsible for 75% of that fee at the time of the evaluation session. The remaining 25% is due after the final report has been submitted to the attorney.

what if i don't speak english fluently?

That is no problem! 

I am a native Spanish speaker and can provide evaluations in Spanish. For clients who speak other languages, I collaborate with certified professional interpreters to ensure you feel comfortable, understood, and supported throughout the process. Working with qualified interpreters also helps ensure that evaluations are accurate, thorough, and culturally responsive.

how long does the evaluation process take?

The evaluation process typically takes 2-3 weeks, with the draft report sent to your attorney within 7-10 business days of the evaluation session.

do you offer expedited evalutions?

Yes, I do offer expedited evaluations. If you have a deadline approaching or an urgent need, please let me know as soon as possible. 

Expedited services are available for an additional $300 fee, depending on scheduling and the complexity of the case. 

how effective are evaluations for my case?

A psychological evaluation cannot guarantee the outcome of your case, as decisions are made by immigration officials or the court. However, a well-prepared evaluation can significantly strengthen your case by clearly documenting the psychological impact of your experiences.

Individuals with evaluations are almost twice as likely to be granted immigration relief, with recent data showing that 81.6% of applicants were approved. (Learn more)

We are here to support you

If you’re interested in exploring how an immigration evaluation can support your case, I invite you to reach out.

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