Immigration Mental Health Evaluations
Comprehensive, trauma-informed evaluations to support your immigration case, prepared with clinical precision and clarity.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) services. Trusted by attorneys. Timely, professional reports tailored to your case.
Evaluation Types
Dr. Matthew Diner is a bilingual (English/Spanish) psychotherapist licensed in Florida, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, and Texas. He provides thorough, individualized mental health evaluations that thoughtfully document personal histories, relationships, and hardships relevant to immigration proceedings.
Evaluation Types
For individuals seeking protection due to fear of persecution. This evaluation helps document the emotional impact of past experiences, including trauma, fear, and ongoing distress, to support your case.
For individuals who have experienced abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member. The evaluation sensitively documents the emotional and psychological impact of that experience.
For individuals who have been victims of certain crimes and have assisted law enforcement. This evaluation highlights the emotional impact of those experiences, including trauma, anxiety, or depression.
For individuals who have experienced human trafficking. The focus is on understanding and documenting the psychological effects, including trauma, fear, and long-term impact.
Used when a qualifying family member may face hardship due to separation. This evaluation helps illustrate the emotional, psychological, and practical impact of that hardship.
Supports individuals in removal proceedings by documenting the emotional and family impact of deportation, providing a clear clinical picture for the court.
If you are unsure, guidance can be provided in collaboration with your attorney. Each evaluation is individualized and tailored to your situation.
How It Works
01
Initial Consultation
Contact us to discuss your case and determine the appropriate evaluation type. We will coordinate with your attorney as needed.
02
Documentation Review
Submit relevant records (medical, mental health, legal, and/or academic) for review prior to the evaluation sessions.
03
Clinical Evaluation
Two virtual appointments (approximately 1.5 hours each) are conducted to complete the comprehensive clinical assessment.
04
Written Report
A detailed report (approximately 15–25 pages) is prepared and delivered, typically within two weeks of completing the evaluation.
Providing secure virtual services across Florida, Michigan, New Mexico, New York, and Texas in English and Spanish.
1,000+
Immigration Evaluations Completed
89%
Success Rate for Asylum Seekers
Source: Lustig et al. (2008). Asylum Grant Rates Following Medical Evaluations of Maltreatment among Political Asylum Applicants in the United States. Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health, 10: 7–15. doi.org/10.1007/s10903-007-9056-8 ↗
14 Days
Business Days, Max Turnaround
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are involved in an immigration case, your attorney may recommend a mental health evaluation to support your application.
The purpose of the evaluation is to provide a clinical understanding of your personal history, emotional experiences, and psychological well-being. It can help document symptoms, hardship, and the impact of your situation in a way that may not be fully captured through legal documentation alone.
Once all required information and documentation are received, evaluations are typically completed within approximately two weeks.
If you have a deadline, please let us know — we will do our best to accommodate expedited timelines when possible.
The evaluation process typically includes:
- Two virtual appointments (approximately 1.5 hours each)
- A review of relevant records (medical, mental health, legal, and/or academic, if available)
- Coordination with your attorney, when appropriate
Following the evaluation, a comprehensive written report (approximately 15–25 pages) is prepared. This report may include:
- Personal and psychosocial background
- Mental health and medical history
- Current psychological functioning
- Hardship and contextual factors
- Mental status examination
- DSM-5-TR diagnostic impressions (if applicable)
- Clinical summary and recommendations
Yes, with your permission, I can collaborate with your attorney to ensure the evaluation aligns with the needs of your case.