Santa Ana Immigration Psychological Evaluations for Asylum, VAWA & Hardship Cases
Santa Ana is home to one of the largest immigrant communities in Orange County. Many individuals and families pursuing immigration relief must demonstrate the psychological impact of trauma, abuse, or potential family separation as part of their petition.
Restore Psychology provides professional immigration psychological evaluations for clients in Santa Ana and throughout Orange County. Our evaluations are completed in a single 2–3 hour session and are structured to meet the standards expected by immigration courts and USCIS.
We offer services in English, Spanish, and Turkish, and provide virtual appointments throughout California.
Why Restore Psychology?
Focused, One-Session Immigration Evaluations
Unlike traditional therapy-based assessments, immigration psychological evaluations are designed specifically for legal documentation. In Santa Ana cases, time-sensitive filings are common, which is why most evaluations are completed in one extended 2–3 hour session.
During this appointment, we conduct:
A structured clinical interview
Detailed trauma and psychosocial history
Assessment of current psychological symptoms
Functional impact evaluation
Diagnostic formulation when appropriate
This focused format allows for both efficiency and clinical depth.
Types of Immigration Cases Evaluated in Orange County
We conduct evaluations for:
Asylum Petitions: Documenting persecution, violence exposure, credible fear, and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD.
VAWA Petitions: Assessing emotional abuse, coercive control, domestic violence, and psychological harm within qualifying relationships.
U Visa Applications: Evaluating mental health effects of qualifying criminal victimization.
T Visa Cases: Documenting psychological trauma related to trafficking or exploitation.
Extreme Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A): Assessing psychological impact on qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident relatives.
Each report is individualized and written specifically for the legal relief being requested.
Structured Reports for Court and USCIS Review
Reports are carefully organized and typically include:
Background and migration history
Trauma narrative integration
Clinical symptom discussion
DSM-5 diagnostic impressions (when applicable)
Analysis of psychological hardship or trauma impact
Professional expert opinion
The language is clear, objective, and suitable for review by immigration judges and officers who are not mental health professionals.
Expert Witness Testimony Available
In certain cases, attorneys may request sworn declarations or live expert witness testimony. Testimony services are available when needed and can be coordinated in advance.
Psychological Evaluations for Immigration in Santa Ana, CA | Restore Psychology
Serving Santa Ana and Surrounding Orange County Communities
We provide immigration psychological evaluations for individuals living in:
Downtown Santa Ana
Floral Park
South Coast Metro
Tustin
Anaheim
Garden Grove
Orange
Irvine
Orange County immigration courts process a significant number of humanitarian-based petitions. Psychological documentation can provide critical clarification regarding trauma severity, emotional hardship, and functional impairment.
If you are searching for:
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Restore Psychology offers confidential, professional services designed to support your case.
How long is the evaluation appointment?
Most immigration psychological evaluations are completed in one extended session lasting approximately 2–3 hours.
Do you provide evaluations in Spanish?
Yes. We offer immigration psychological evaluations in Spanish, Turkish, and English.
Are your reports accepted in immigration court?
Our evaluations are structured to meet forensic documentation standards and are prepared for submission to immigration courts and USCIS.
Can you testify as an expert witness?
Yes. Expert witness testimony is available when requested by an attorney.
How soon can I schedule an evaluation?
Scheduling availability varies. If you have an urgent deadline, expedited options may be discussed.