Immigration Evaluations
Evaluaciones de Inmigración
At Reencuentro Counseling, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based Immigration Mental Health Evaluations to patients and attorneys in IL through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
Lorena Maposito, LCSW, specializes in immigration mental health evaluations and provides thorough Mental Health assessments for individuals navigating complex immigration cases. Each evaluation examines medical, cultural, relational, and mental health factors that may impact the outcome of your case. All sessions are private, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive.
Types of Immigration Evaluations We Provide
Extreme Hardship Waiver Evaluations (I-601 & I-601A): Used to show that a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident would experience extreme hardship if separated from the applicant.
U-Visa Mental Health Evaluations: For victims of crime who suffered substantial emotional or mental harm and are cooperating with law enforcement.
VAWA Mental Health Evaluations (I-360): For individuals who experienced battery or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or LPR spouse, parent, or adult child.
What to Expect (Before & During Your Evaluation)
Before the First Session, Clients complete:
A brief background questionnaire
Consent for services
Release of information (to coordinate with your attorney)
A $250 deposit to secure your appointment
Session Structure
Session 1 – Clinical Interview & Testing (3–4 Hours)
Conducted in person.
Includes diagnostic assessments, trauma screening, and a comprehensive clinical interview.
This may occur in one visit or over two days, depending on the client’s needs.
Session 2 – Follow-Up (If Needed)
A shorter follow-up session (~1 hour) may be scheduled for additional testing or clarification based on case complexity.
Final Evaluation Report
Your final evaluation will:
Integrate your clinical history, trauma symptoms, family context, medical factors, and stressors
Use evidence-based Mental Health instruments
Provide diagnoses (when clinically appropriate)
Offer recommendations or mental health referrals
Be formatted according to USCIS and attorney standards
Standard completion: 14–25 business days. Reports are delivered securely to both the attorney and client.