PTSD Evaluations

Each immigration evaluation includes:

• A trauma-informed clinical interview
• Validated screening tools tailored to USCIS use (e.g., PCL-5, PHQ-9)
• Narrative integration of trauma history and impact
• Review of any relevant legal or collateral documentation
• A written report detailing:
  • Psychological symptoms
  • Evidence of trauma consistent with reported abuse or victimization
  • Summary and clinical impressions that support the case

Optional: I am available to provide testimony or written affidavits when required (additional fee applies).

I bring over a decade of specialized experience working with survivors of violence, trafficking, and chronic abuse, including clinical roles at Sojourner Family Peace Center and The Women’s Center. My approach to immigration-related evaluations is grounded in both clinical integrity and cultural responsiveness. I understand the complexity of trauma presentation across diverse backgrounds and how it intersects with fear, language barriers, systemic oppression, and disrupted safety.

Each evaluation is conducted with the goal of preserving the client’s dignity while clearly documenting the psychological impact of harm endured. I carefully translate lived experience into clinical language that meets the evidentiary requirements of USCIS, ensuring that each report is both legally relevant and human-centered.