Services
Immigration Mental Health Evaluation and Adult Therapy in Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC
Immigration Mental Health Evaluation
A mental health immigration evaluation (psychosocial assessment) is a clinician-conducted evaluation and written report that documents your mental health, trauma history, current symptoms, and how they affect daily life. It’s written in clear, professional language your attorney can use with USCIS to support your case.
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Individuals and families pursuing immigration relief who were asked to obtain a clinical evaluation.
Clients working with an immigration attorney on: U-Visa, Extreme Hardship waivers (I-601/I-601A), Asylum, or VAWA petitions.
People who would benefit from a culturally responsive evaluation that reflects their lived experience and meets USCIS and Immigration court standards.
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A comprehensive clinical interview that covers mental health history, symptoms, safety, and functioning.
Validated mental health screening tools and assessments (as appropriate).
Review of records/collateral you or your attorney provide.
A clear, attorney-ready report that summarizes findings, clinical impressions/diagnoses (when appropriate), and the likely functional and emotional impact relevant to your case type.
Note: This service is a clinical evaluation—not legal advice and not ongoing therapy (though therapy is available separately if desired).
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Gives your story clinical context. Translates lived experiences (trauma, fear, hardship) into objective findings.
Addresses USCIS factors. Organizes evidence around criteria for U&T-Visa, Hardship, Asylum, or VAWA.
Improves clarity and credibility. Helps adjudicators understand mental-health impact, risk, and resilience in plain language.
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Intake & coordination: We confirm your case type, language preference, and attorney contact (with your authorization).
Interview & measures: 1–2 sessions via telehealth complete brief screeners.
Records review: We consider relevant documents your attorney provides.
Report delivery: You receive a professional, attorney-ready report that meets USCIS and immigration court standards; timeline discussed at intake (expedited options may be available).
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U-Visa — psychological impact related to qualifying crimes.
T- Visa- victims of human trafficking.
Extreme Hardship (I-601/I-601A) — emotional/functional impact on qualifying family members.
Asylum — persecution factors (race, religion, nationality, social group, political opinion).
VAWA — impact of battery or extreme cruelty, domestic violence (physical, verbal, financial, etc. ).
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Evaluation fees are typically not covered by insurance.
Payment plans are available.
Current rates and payment options are listed on our Rates & Insurance page.
Adult Therapy
Practical, compassionate counseling for adults—online across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC. Together we set clear goals, use evidence-informed tools, and move at a pace that fits real life. Sessions are offered in English or Spanish.
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Adults who want steady support with any of the following:
Anxiety & panic attacks (constant worry, fear about the future)
Depression & hopelessness; low motivation, numbness
Trauma & grief (including childhood trauma)
First-generation & acculturation stress; racial identity concerns; control dynamics
Life transitions & overwhelm (new roles, losses, changes)
Anger management & boundaries
Perinatal/postpartum anxiety & depression
Christian, faith-integrated counseling (by request)
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Untreated anxiety, trauma, and identity stress can shape choices, relationships, and health. Therapy provides language for what’s heavy, skills for calmer days, and a plan that restores direction and hope.
How sessions work
Start with a plan: We clarify what’s most important and set 1–3 goals.
Build skills: CBT-informed strategies, mindfulness, nervous-system regulation, and practical tools you can use between sessions.
Adjust as you go: We track what’s working and adapt the pace together.
Format: Telehealth, offered in English or Spanish.
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Free Phone Consultation: We’ll start with a brief phone call (about 15–20 minutes) to discuss your needs, answer any questions you have, and determine if we’re a good fit to work together. We will also discuss insurance and private pay options.
Intake Session: If we decide to move forward, our first full session (the intake) will focus on getting to know you — your background, goals, and what brings you to therapy. We’ll discuss areas you’d like to focus on and begin developing a plan for treatment together.
Ongoing Sessions: Therapy sessions are typically held weekly or biweekly, depending on your needs.
Confidentiality & Care: Everything shared in therapy is confidential, and your privacy is a top priority. My role is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can gain insight, healing, and tools for personal growth.
FAQs
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Individual therapy for adults (and teens, where appropriate) and bilingualImmigration mental health evaluations (U-Visa, Extreme Hardship, Asylum, VAWA).
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Adults navigating anxiety/panic, trauma and grief (including childhood trauma)
First-generation/acculturation and racial identity stress, life transitions and overwhelm, anger/mood changes.
Faith-integrated care (by request).
Teens are considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Aetna
Anthem
BlueCross and BlueShield
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
Kaiser Permanente
Optum
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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During an intake or initial session, clients can expect a welcoming and confidential space where I will gather important information about their background, current concerns, and goals for therapy. This session typically involves discussing the client’s history, understanding their needs, and collaboratively beginning to identify treatment goals. It’s also an opportunity for clients to ask questions and get comfortable with the therapy process.
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Yes, for now.
