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Professional
Mental Health Evaluations
for Immigration Proceedings
Independent clinical evaluations for asylum, hardship waivers, VAWA, U-Visa, T-Visa, and cancellation of removal cases that are conducted with care, cultural sensitivity, and attention to legal standards. Serving Virginia and Florida.
Licensed Mental Health Professional (VA + FL)
Formally Trained in Immigration Mental Health Evaluation Reports
Reports Written to Court Standards
About the Evaluator
Jocelyn W. Cooper, LPC
My name is Jocelyn Cooper. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and Florida, and I have spent more than ten (10) years working with people navigating trauma, family separation, displacement, and major life changes.
Immigration mental health evaluations require a specific kind of knowledge, and I have formal training in exactly that through the Immigration Evaluation Training Center. My reports help decision makers clearly understand how your experiences have affected your mental health and daily life. I work with a full range of immigration case types, with interpretation support at no additional cost. Every person I work with is treated with respect and cultural sensitivity from start to finish.
Here is what a former client shared after completing their evaluation: “You made an extremely painful process comfortable to go through”.
How an Immigration Mental Health Evaluation Works
Esprit Therapeutics provides independent mental health evaluations for asylum, hardship waivers, VAWA, U-Visa, T-Visa, and Cancellation of Removal cases in Virginia and Florida. Here is what the process looks like from start to finish.
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Initial Consultation (15 minutes)
Reach out with your case information and any timeline requirements. We will discuss whether an evaluation is appropriate for your situation. This step is informational and no commitment is required.
Intake and Scheduling (15 minutes)
Complete intake paperwork through a secure client portal and schedule your evaluation at a time that works for you. All sessions are conducted virtually.
Clinical Evaluation (2 to 2.5 hours)
You participate in one comprehensive clinical interview. Standardized assessment tools are administered as appropriate for your case. The interview is structured, but not rushed. Trauma informed methods are used throughout, meaning the process is designed to be as clear and manageable as possible, not to cause additional distress.
Report Preparation
A comprehensive report is prepared documenting clinical findings, assessment results, and professional conclusions. Timelines vary by service tier.
Report Delivery
The completed report is delivered to you and, with your authorization, your attorney. A revision opportunity is included to ensure the report is accurate and complete.
Expedited and rush timelines are available. Interpretation services are included at no additional cost. Please note that interpretation support may extend the clinical evaluation time slightly to account for translation.
In Their Words
“I felt comfortable from the first discussion before the evaluation. I received a timely call back, and you explained the process clearly. I also felt like you had empathy for my situation without adding emotional reactions. This made me feel heard but also know that you treated the evaluation professional.”
“It was easy to set up the evaluation with you, which is not the case with the my limited research that included companies/firms that were clearly process and fee-focused instead of the human-centered approach I think you take.”
“You made an extremely painful process comfortable to go through.”
— Former Client
Evaluation Fees
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees.
A $320 deposit is required to schedule and is applied toward your total balance. Payment plans are available for standard and expedited evaluations. Payment must be received in full before the report is released. Immigration mental health evaluations are not covered by health insurance.
Standard Evaluation — $1,000. Report delivered within 4 weeks of signing.
Expedited Evaluation — $1,300. Report delivered within 10 business days of signing.
Rush Evaluation — $2,000. Report delivered within 3 business days of the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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We will schedule a brief phone call to discuss your case type, timeline, and whether an evaluation is appropriate for your situation. There is no commitment required at that stage. If you decide to move forward, next steps will be explained clearly before anything is finalized.
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Evaluations are available for residents of Virginia and Florida. If you are in a neighboring state, we can work with you if you are able to be physically located in Virginia or Florida at the times of your interview.
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Transparent pricing, no hidden fees.
Standard Evaluation: $1000 (4 week turnaround from signing).
Expedited Evaluation: $1300 (10 business days from signing)
Rush Evaluation: $2000 (3 business days from interview)
A $320 deposit is required to schedule and is applied toward your balance. Payment plans are available for standard and expedited evaluations. Payment must be received in full before the report is released. Immigration mental health evaluations are not covered by health insurance.
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The clinical interview is 2-2.5 hours, inclusive of the time to complete standardized assessments. Report completion is based on the package you choose: Standard (4 weeks), Expedited (10 business days), Rush (3 business days).
*Note: Language support may lengthen the interview time to account for interpretation.
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Yes. All information is protected by law and professional ethical standards. Your report will only be released to the individuals you authorize.
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Yes, we understand legal requirements and timelines and can coordinate directly with your attorney or legal representation.
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No one can guarantee outcomes. A thorough, well-written evaluation provides documentation that clearly presents your mental health history and current functioning for legal review.
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No. Mental health evaluations are clinical assessments conducted by a licensed mental health professional. An evaluation documents clinical findings and professional analysis.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
The first step is a brief consultation, informational, no commitment required. Reach out to discuss your case and whether an evaluation may be appropriate for your situation.