Comprehensive

Mental Health Evaluations

For Immigration

Stephanie Spjuth, LCSW Offers Thorough Mental Health Evaluations for the Following Cases

  • Trauma-informed assessments designed for individuals who have experienced domestic abuse, battery, or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or adult child. Reports thoroughly document the psychological, emotional, and physical impact of the abuse to meet legal evidentiary standards.

  • Comprehensive evaluations documenting the psychological impact of persecution, severe trauma, and torture experienced in an applicant’s home country. Assessments provide objective clinical evidence of PTSD, anxiety, and depression to establish credibility and support claims of feared harm upon return.

    VAWA (Violence Against Women Act)

    Trauma-informed assessments designed for individuals who have experienced domestic abuse, battery, or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or adult child. Reports thoroughly document the psychological, emotional, and physical impact of the abuse to meet legal evidentiary standards.

  • Specialized evaluations for victims of qualifying crimes (U Visa) or human trafficking (T Visa). These assessments document the substantial physical or mental abuse suffered as a result of the crime, as well as the ongoing psychological barriers to recovery and full functioning.

    Extreme Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A)

    In-depth psychological evaluations documenting the severe, extraordinary emotional and mental health impacts a qualifying relative (U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse or parent) would suffer if the applicant is deported or if the relative must relocate abroad.

  • Definitive clinical evaluations for individuals in deportation proceedings. Assessments focus on establishing the "exceptional and extremely unusual hardship" that a removal would cause to the applicant's qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident family members.

  • In-depth psychological evaluations documenting the severe, extraordinary emotional and mental health impacts a qualifying relative (U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse or parent) would suffer if the applicant is deported or if the relative must relocate abroad.

Why Work With Me?

Bridging the Gap Between Clinical Care and Legal Procedure

A successful legal petition relies on forensic documentation that stands up to strict USCIS scrutiny. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a background in justice administration and high-stakes emergency diagnostics, I deliver objective, court-ready mental health evaluations built to meet complex legal standards—without delaying your case.

Key Advantages for Attorneys & Clients

  • Legal System Expertise: With a degree in Law Enforcement & Justice Administration and early experience writing probation reports, I understand evidentiary thresholds. I don't just record symptoms; I write objective, defensible reports explicitly tailored to immigration law criteria (e.g., Extreme Hardship, VAWA, Asylum, U-Visas).

  • Unbiased, Targeted Documentation: Every report is rooted in standardized clinical diagnostics and collateral evidence. I provide balanced, objective analysis designed to survive rigorous review by immigration officers, judges, and USCIS evaluators.

  • Rapid 7-Day Turnaround: Court deadlines and RFEs are non-negotiable. Standard evaluation reports are delivered to your attorney within 7 business days, with guaranteed rush slots available for emergency deadlines.

  • Multilingual & Interpretation Services: Language barriers should never compromise a legal claim. Full interpretation services are integrated seamlessly into the intake and evaluation process to ensure accurate, culturally sensitive client reporting.

  • Crisis & High-Stakes Diagnostic Mastery: Having spent years conducting crisis evaluations in hospital emergency psychiatric settings, I specialize in assessing severe psychological distress, PTSD, and complex trauma under pressure.

  • Trauma-Informed Approach: As a Certified EMDR Therapist and Complex Trauma Specialist (CCTP), I gather critical evidentiary details without re-traumatizing clients during the intake process.

Credentials & Licensing

  • Professional Designations: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified EMDR Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Trained Clinical Supervisor.

  • Education: M.S.W. (Aurora University), B.S. in Law Enforcement & Justice Administration.

  • Multi-State Service Coverage: Telehealth evaluations licensed across AR, AZ, CO, FL, IL, NV, and TX.

Our Process

Each phase builds on the previous one, producing cumulative insights and enabling continuous optimization to deliver the most comprehensive and highest-quality mental health evaluation for submission to your attorney in support of your immigration case.

Our 6-Step Process

We make securing a comprehensive, court-ready mental health evaluation straightforward for both you and your legal team.

1. Law Firm Referral

We connect directly with your immigration attorney or paralegal to review case specifics, deadlines, and required legal standards.

2. Initial Intake

We conduct an in-depth clinical interview to gather your full personal background, medical history, and current psychological presentation in a supportive environment.

3. Evidence-Based Assessment

Using validated clinical diagnostic tools, we systematically measure and document symptoms related to trauma, hardship, or emotional distress.

4. Holistic Clinical Evaluation

We synthesize your personal history, clinical findings, and collateral evidence to build a cohesive narrative tailored to your legal case.

5. Tailored Forensic Report

We draft a comprehensive, USCIS-compliant psychological evaluation explicitly linking your diagnosis to the relevant legal criteria (e.g., Extreme Hardship, VAWA, Asylum).

6. Fast Delivery

Your completed report is delivered directly to your attorney within 7 business days (expedited rush options are available upon request).

Ready to Get Started?

Immigration Evaluation Referral Form for Clients

Use this form to request an evaluation for your case. Once submitted, our team will review schedule availability and connect with your legal team to confirm case specifics before scheduling your intake.

Immigration Evaluation Referral Form for Professionals

Use this form to initiate an evaluation request for your client. Once submitted, our team will verify intake availability, contact your office to confirm case specifics, and reach out to the client to schedule.