IMMIGRATION EVALUATIONS
An immigration evaluation (or a psychological evaluation for immigration cases) is a comprehensive assessment and report that is used to support an applicant during the United States immigration process. Here at NeuropsyBrooklyn in Brooklyn, NY - we provide expert evaluations in Korean or English.
Who Are Immigration Evaluations for?
There are two potential reasons that someone may be referred to undergo an immigration evaluation:
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If an applicant has a history of a mental health condition or memory/thinking problems that may limit their ability to understand what's happening in court.
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If an applicant has a history of traumatic experiences, family separation, or other hardships associated with this process.
Types of Immigration Evaluations
We offer the following types of immigration evaluations in Korean or English at NeuropsyBrooklyn. The report submitted to your attorney and the court will be written in English.
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Asylum
A psychological evaluation for asylum cases focuses on understanding an individual’s past experiences and trauma that have led them to seek asylum from their home country. These evaluations prioritize assessing the impact of these events on the individual’s emotional and psychological well-being. The goal of the evaluation is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the individual’s mental health and the significant impact that their past experiences have had on their overall well-being.
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Hardship
In hardship cases, a caring and thorough psychological evaluation is required to truly understand your unique situation. By assessing your mental well-being and emotional experiences, the evaluation helps immigration authorities grasp the challenges you’ve faced or the fears you carry. It provides vital evidence to support your case, ensuring that your hardships or fears are recognized and considered. This evaluation process embraces your well-being and aims to make fair decisions that honor your experiences while also addressing your mental health needs throughout your immigration journey.
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T-Visa
In T-visa cases, evaluations focus on assessing the psychological and emotional impacts experienced by individuals who have been victims of human trafficking. These evaluations aim to understand the emotional and psychological consequences of the trafficking experience.
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U-Visa/VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) Self-Petition
Psychological evaluations for U-Visa cases focus on assessing the psychological impact of a qualifying crime against an individual. Crimes can include sexual violence, involuntary servitude, sexual exploitation, rape, and/or domestic violence.
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Capacity/N-648
Capacity refers to someone's ability to understand the immigration court process as well as make decisions regarding their potential immigration. If someone has a brain injury, medical condition, or mental health condition impacting their memory, thinking, and emotional state - a capacity evaluation will determine if the person is able to continue or if they need support from a family member to move forward.
Psychological evaluations are used for those seeking an exception to the English and civics requirements due developmental disability or mental impairment that has lasted, or is expected to last, 12 months or more.
Expectations During an Evaluation
Evaluations typically include intake paperwork, a clinical interview where we'll gather information about your immigration journey, relevant medical or mental health history, and background details about your family, traumatic experiences, and hardships.
If there are concerns about mental health conditions or cognitive impairment, our neuropsychologist uses evidence based screening and testing tools that evaluate a person's memory, thinking and judgement skills, and comprehension.
Scheduling an Immigration Evaluation
At NeuropsyBrooklyn, we understand the sensitivity and the stress associated with the immigration process. Our evaluation services are compassionate, client-focused, and comprehensive. Our reports are well-written, thorough, and our insightful analysis will highlight how your experiences have shaped your immigration journey. We can’t guarantee relief from deportation or a waiver of immigration requirements, our evaluations hold significant value as they can provide crucial evidence the court may not have otherwise known.
Scheduling time at NeuropsyBrooklyn with our Board Certified licensed neuropsychologist is easy. Contact us today for a free consultation or to schedule your evaluation appointment. To contact us by phone: +1 (347) 570-3970.