San Diego Immigration Psychological Evaluations for Asylum, VAWA, U Visa & Hardship Cases
If you are seeking immigration relief in the United States, a comprehensive psychological evaluation can significantly strengthen your case. At Restore Psychology, we provide detailed, trauma-informed immigration psychological evaluations in San Diego for individuals applying for asylum, VAWA, U visa, T visa, and extreme hardship waivers.
Our evaluations are clinically rigorous, legally informed, and designed to support both clients and immigration attorneys throughout Southern California.
We offer services in English and Turkish, and virtual appointments are available throughout California.
Why Restore Psychology?
What Is an Immigration Psychological Evaluation?
An immigration psychological evaluation is a comprehensive mental health assessment prepared to support immigration petitions. These reports help document:
Trauma exposure
PTSD and related disorders
Depression and anxiety
Domestic violence impact
Psychological hardship to qualifying relatives
Human trafficking trauma
Persecution-related mental health symptoms
We conduct evaluations for:
Asylum
VAWA (Violence Against Women Act)
U Visa (crime victims)
T Visa (trafficking survivors)
Extreme Hardship Waivers (I-601, I-601A)
Cancellation of Removal
Each report includes:
Clinical interview
Standardized psychological measures (when appropriate)
DSM-5 diagnostic impressions
Trauma narrative integration
Detailed psychological analysis
Legal relevance explanation
Professional opinion
Reports are written clearly for immigration judges and USCIS officers.
Why Psychological Evaluations Matter in Immigration Cases
Immigration cases often hinge on credibility, hardship, and psychological impact.
A strong psychological report can:
Corroborate trauma history
Explain inconsistencies related to PTSD
Document severity of abuse or persecution
Demonstrate hardship to U.S. citizen children or spouses
Provide expert-level clinical interpretation
For asylum cases, trauma symptoms can explain memory gaps or fragmented storytelling. For VAWA cases, evaluations document coercive control and psychological abuse. For hardship waivers, reports demonstrate the emotional and functional consequences of family separation.
Trauma-Informed & Culturally Sensitive Care
San Diego is home to a diverse immigrant community, including individuals from:
Latin America
Middle East
East Africa
Southeast Asia
Turkey
We understand that culture, stigma, language, and fear of authorities can affect how trauma is disclosed.
We provide:
Culturally informed interviewing
Turkish-language evaluations when needed
Trauma-sensitive pacing
Supportive, structured assessment process
Our Evaluation Process
Initial consultation
Comprehensive clinical interview (2–3 sessions)
Psychological testing (if clinically indicated)
Report drafting (10–15+ pages)
Coordination with attorney
Final signed report delivered securely
Expedited services may be available for urgent court deadlines.
Expert Immigration Psychological Evaluations in San Diego, California | Restore Psychology
Immigration Psychological Evaluations in San Diego County
We serve clients throughout San Diego County, including:
Downtown San Diego
La Jolla
North Park
Clairemont
Chula Vista
National City
El Cajon
Escondido
Carlsbad
Oceanside
Our office is located in San Diego, and we also provide telehealth immigration evaluations throughout California.
Many San Diego immigration attorneys rely on psychological evaluations to strengthen humanitarian-based cases. We regularly collaborate with attorneys handling asylum, VAWA, U visa, T visa, and hardship matters.
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You are in the right place.
How long does an immigration psychological evaluation take?
Most evaluations are completed within 2–3 sessions, with reports finalized within 2–3 weeks.
Do you offer virtual immigration evaluations?
Yes. We provide telehealth immigration psychological evaluations throughout California.
Can the evaluation help my asylum case?
Yes. Psychological reports often help explain trauma-related symptoms, credibility concerns, and fear-based reactions.
Do you work directly with immigration attorneys?
Yes. With client consent, we coordinate with attorneys to ensure the report addresses relevant legal elements.
Do you offer services in Turkish and Spanish?
Yes. We offer immigration psychological evaluations in English, Turkish, and Spanish. For all other languages, we work with interpreters.