Immigration Psychological evaluation
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We conduct following different case:
Extreme hardship waivers
Immigration hardship evaluations (I-601) documenting the extreme hardship. A psychological evaluation is crucial evidence. It demonstrates the significant emotional, psychological, and practical challenges a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member would face if the applicant were removed. My evaluations address financial dependence, family dynamics, and mental health concerns in detail.
U Visa
Obtaining Asylum in the United States. Fear of persecution or harm. Evaluations focus on the psychological consequences of being a victim of a qualifying serious crime, such as domestic violence or human trafficking. These assessments highlight the enduring emotional impact of the crime and its relevance to your U visa application.
Asylum
Domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking of aliens. I explore the traumatic events that forced you to flee your country and assess the emotional and psychological impact of these experiences on your life. The evaluation supports your asylum application by documenting symptoms consistent with trauma, persecution, or violence. The 1-Year Filing Deadline Asylum applicants must generally file their application within one year of entering the United States. Exceptions include: -Changed circumstances: Worsening conditions in your home country or new psychological conditions resulting from past trauma. -Extraordinary circumstances: Events such as severe trauma or medical issues that prevented timely filing. My evaluations document psychological conditions such as PTSD or depression that may have contributed to a delay, providing your attorney with evidence to support exceptions to this deadline.
T Visa
Victims of Human Trafficking: T Nonimmigrant Status. I assess the psychological and emotional effects of human trafficking, documenting how these experiences have impacted your mental health and overall well-being. These evaluations are essential for corroborating your claims and strengthening your case.
Asylum Violence Against women act(VAWA)
VAWA therapist for VAWA psych evaluations, abused partners I conduct evaluations to assess the emotional and psychological effects of domestic violence or abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse. These evaluations provide comprehensive, professional documentation of the abuse's impact on your mental health, which is critical for your petition.
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Step 1: Initial Paperwork and Lawyer CommunicationAfter scheduling your evaluation, you’ll receive: Consent forms A release of information form A brief questionnaire Once completed, I will consult with your attorney to address specific aspects of your case in the report.
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Step 2: Clinical InterviewsYou’ll attend two sessions (1.5 hours each) one week apart. These sessions include: In-depth interviews: Exploring your personal history, mental health, and circumstances relevant to your immigration case. Assessment tools: Structured questionnaires to evaluate symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, or other psychological conditions. Sessions are conducted in person at my North Bethesda or College Park, Maryland offices, or via secure, HIPAA-compliant teletherapy.
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Step 3: Report Drafting and ReviewAfter the interviews, I prepare a detailed, evidence-based report (15–20 pages) that includes: Your personal and family history Evaluation findings Relevant diagnoses (if applicable) A summary connecting the findings to your immigration case You and your attorney will have an opportunity to review the draft and provide feedback before it is finalized.
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Step 4: Final Report SubmissionThe finalized report is sent to your attorney and you within two weeks of the final session. Expedited services are available for urgent cases.
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About side by side counseling and consulting
My name is Xiaofang and I’m the owner of Side by Side counseling and consulting. I’m biolingual and have a decade experience in therapy.As a immigrant myself, I’m particularly interested in the immigration mental health evaluations, an area where I have completed advanced training and worked extensively since 2022
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Step 1: Initial Paperwork and Lawyer CommunicationAfter scheduling your evaluation, you’ll receive: Consent forms A release of information form A brief questionnaire Once completed, I will consult with your attorney to address specific aspects of your case in the report.
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Step 2: Clinical InterviewsYou’ll attend two sessions (1.5 hours each) one week apart. These sessions include: In-depth interviews: Exploring your personal history, mental health, and circumstances relevant to your immigration case. Assessment tools: Structured questionnaires to evaluate symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, or other psychological conditions. Sessions are conducted in person at my North Bethesda or College Park, Maryland offices, or via secure, HIPAA-compliant teletherapy.
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Step 3: Report Drafting and ReviewAfter the interviews, I prepare a detailed, evidence-based report (15–20 pages) that includes: Your personal and family history Evaluation findings Relevant diagnoses (if applicable) A summary connecting the findings to your immigration case You and your attorney will have an opportunity to review the draft and provide feedback before it is finalized.
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Step 4: Final Report SubmissionThe finalized report is sent to your attorney and you within two weeks of the final session. Expedited services are available for urgent cases.
