An immigration psychological evaluation is a formal clinical report that documents how immigration-related circumstances — past trauma, fear of return, family separation, abuse, or exceptional hardship — affect your mental health and that of your loved ones.
Submitted alongside your immigration application, this report can be one of the strongest pieces of supporting evidence in your case. Judges, USCIS officers, and reviewing officials read these reports carefully. A clear, well-grounded clinical narrative — written by a licensed professional who understands both psychology and the immigration process — can shift the trajectory of an entire case.
Najla brings 14+ years of clinical experience and deep familiarity with the categories of relief most often requiring evaluation. Reports are written specifically for legal review: organized, evidence-based, and free of jargon — yet humanely told.
For individuals seeking protection from persecution in their home country. The evaluation documents psychological symptoms tied to trauma, fear of return, and the impact of past harm — providing your attorney and the court with clinical, written evidence to support your case.
When a U.S. citizen or lawful resident family member would suffer extreme hardship from your separation or relocation, a hardship evaluation captures the emotional, psychological, financial, and medical realities your loved ones would face — strengthening the case for a waiver.
For survivors of abuse by a U.S. citizen or LPR spouse, parent, or child. The evaluation documents the psychological effects of abuse — including trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD — supporting your self-petition with clinical authority and compassion.
For victims of qualifying crimes who have suffered substantial mental or physical abuse. The evaluation establishes the psychological impact of the crime and supports your application for a U-Visa with detailed clinical findings.
For survivors of human trafficking. Trauma-informed evaluations honor your story while documenting the lasting psychological effects required for your immigration relief.
Documenting the exceptional and extremely unusual hardship a qualifying U.S. relative would face if you were removed — supported by clinical assessment and clear written reporting.
From first call to final report — clear steps, predictable timing, no surprises.
We discuss your case, your attorney's needs, and timing. No pressure — just clarity.
We review legal documents from your attorney and schedule a 2–3 hour clinical interview.
A trilingual, trauma-informed interview in a calm setting. In person in Boca Raton or virtually.
A detailed psychological evaluation, typically delivered to you and your attorney within 7–14 days.
Many clients also benefit from therapy during the immigration process. Najla offers continuity of care if you'd like ongoing support after your evaluation.
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American Immigration Evaluations is the home of Najla's court-ready evaluation practice. You'll also find her court-focused education on Instagram and YouTube as Immigration Evaluations Center™.
Behind every report is a story — a parent who hasn't held their child in years, a survivor who fled a country that no longer feels safe, a family praying that one piece of paper will let them stay together.
Najla built Immigration Evaluations Center™ because she has sat across from those families. She has heard the silences, the tears, the courage it takes to start over. This work is not paperwork to her — it is the bridge between fear and hope, between exile and home.
Every evaluation is written with one belief: your story deserves to be heard, and it deserves to be heard well.
@immigration_evaluations_centerQuick answers about immigration evaluations in Florida.
A formal clinical report by a licensed mental health professional that documents the psychological impact of your immigration circumstances — submitted with your immigration application as supporting evidence.
The clinical interview typically lasts 2–3 hours. The written report is delivered within 7–14 days. We can usually schedule your interview within 1–2 weeks of your first call.
Pricing varies by case complexity. We offer a free initial phone consultation to discuss your case and provide a clear quote.
Yes. All evaluations are available in English, Português, or Español — whichever feels most natural for you.
Yes. We offer in-person evaluations in Boca Raton or secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth across Florida.
Asylum, Extreme Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A), VAWA self-petitions, U-Visa, T-Visa for trafficking survivors, and Cancellation of Removal cases all benefit from a clinical evaluation.