Immigration Evaluations

At Limelight Recovery Foundation, our goal is to support you with respect, compassion, and expertise. We offer evaluations that are designed to help strengthen your immigration or court-related case, while treating your story and your health with the dignity they deserve.

You may be asking yourself: Will I be able to stay in the United States? Will I be separated from my family? How will I prove what I’ve gone through? If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure about what’s next, know this: you’re not alone — and getting a psychological evaluation could help.

A psychological evaluation is a detailed assessment conducted by a licensed mental health professional. It documents how your past experiences, trauma, or stress are affecting your mental and emotional health. We collect information about your life history, current symptoms, and coping strategies. Then, we prepare a court-ready report for your attorney — one that can make a real difference in your immigration case.

People seek immigration psychological evaluations for a variety of reasons, including:

• Extreme hardship: To show how separation from family or deportation could affect your emotional, physical, or financial well-being.
   
• Asylum cases: Due to trauma, persecution, or fear in your home country.
   
• VAWA cases: Evidence of emotional damage or trauma in cases of abuse or violence in a marriage.
   
• U-Visa or T-Visa cases: Victims of crime or trafficking need evaluations to demonstrate the impact of these experiences.
   
• Cancellation of removal or other petitions: Tailored documentation for your attorney and USCIS.
   

We work with attorneys nationwide to translate your personal experiences into professional, clinical language that courts and USCIS can understand. Our clinicians have a proven track record of helping clients tell their stories effectively.

Getting Started

• Contact us for a complimentary 15-minute consultation. We’ll explain what to bring, what to expect, and help schedule your first session.
   

During the Evaluation

• You will meet with your therapist for two to three sessions, discussing your history, current symptoms, and personal story. We may also use questionnaires or other assessment tools.
   

After the Evaluation

• Within 10–14 business days, we prepare a written report for your attorney. You will also receive a copy for your records.
   

Language & Cultural Support

• Whether you speak Spanish, another language, or need an interpreter, we ensure you are fully supported and understood.
   

Cost & Payment Options

• We will work with you to find an option that fits your situation. Our evaluations are recognized by courts and USCIS, and insurance coverage may be available in some cases.
   

Our goal is to help clients:

• Navigate the immigration system with confidence.
   
• Demonstrate the emotional, physical, and psychological impact of their experiences.
   
• Take steps toward living without fear, pursuing opportunities, and building a better life for themselves and their families.

Is it safe and private?

Yes. Everything you share is confidential. The evaluation is only shared with your lawyer (with your permission).

Do I have to speak English?

No. We offer interpreters and have therapists who speak other languages.

How long will it take?
Session last between two to three hours , and the full written report within about 10-14 business days.

What do I need to bring?
Any documents that show your immigration status, legal letters, medical/mental health records, or anything else your attorney suggests.

You don’t have to figure everything out right now. If one or more of the reasons above apply to you, reach out. You can:

• Call or email us to schedule an initial appointment.
• Let us explain the process, costs, and what to bring.
• We’ll stand by you at every step.
   

We want to make this process as clear, supportive, and hopeful as possible.