Immigration Psychological Evaluations
Objective, evidence-based reports for attorneys and families navigating immigration-related matters.
Provided by a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of clinical assessment experience.
Clinical Expertise You Can Rely On
Dr. Anthony DiNardo is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in psychological assessment, diagnostic interviewing, and clinical formulation. His practice focuses on immigration psychological evaluations, providing objective, evidence-based reports for attorneys and their clients.
20+ Years Clinical Experience
1–2 Week Turnaround
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Telehealth Available
Six Evaluation Types
Each immigration matter requires a careful, case-specific psychological evaluation.
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VAWA Evaluations
Assessment of psychological harm related to abuse, coercive control, and intimate partner or family violence.
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U Visa Evaluations
Assessment of psychological impact related to qualifying criminal victimization.
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T Visa Evaluations
Documentation of trafficking-related trauma, coercion, and psychological consequences.
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Asylum Evaluations
Assessment of persecution, displacement, trauma, and fear of return.
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I-601 / I-601A Hardship Evaluations
Evaluation of emotional and psychological hardship affecting qualifying relatives.
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Cancellation of Removal Evaluations
Assessment of hardship, family impact, and psychological factors relevant to removal proceedings.
Why Attorneys Choose Dr. DiNardo
Dr. DiNardo provides objective, trauma-informed immigration psychological evaluations grounded in over 20 years of clinical assessment experience. Reports are clearly organized, professionally written, and tailored to the legal questions relevant to each case, helping attorneys and adjudicators understand the psychological and functional issues involved.
Objective clinical findings
Trauma-informed assessment
Evidence-based methodology
Attorney-focused reports
Clear documentation for legal proceedings
Responsive communication
1–2 week turnaround
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Psychological evaluation documents the impact of trauma and hardship on functioning.
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Immigration proceedings require clinical evidence of psychological harm and present circumstances.
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Assessment recognizes the psychological reality of persecution, abuse, trafficking, and displacement.
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Objective clinical documentation strengthens cases and supports fair legal determination.
How the Evaluation Process Works
Every evaluation follows a structured clinical process designed to produce clear, objective, and evidence-based findings for immigration-related legal proceedings.
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Step 1: Consultation & Intake
Initial discussion of referral needs, case background, timelines, and available documentation.
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Step 2: Clinical Interview
A comprehensive clinical interview exploring relevant history, psychological symptoms, trauma history, current functioning, and case-specific concerns.
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Step 3: Assessment & Records Review
Supporting records are reviewed, and psychological measures may be used when clinically appropriate to strengthen clinical findings.
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Step 4: Written Report
A professionally organized report summarizing biopsychosocial history, clinical findings, diagnostic impressions when applicable, functional impact, and case-relevant psychological opinions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about immigration psychological evaluations
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Most evaluations are completed in one clinical interview. The written report is typically completed within 1–2 weeks after the interview and receipt of relevant documents. Expedited turnaround may be available depending on the case timeline.
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Yes. Telehealth evaluations are available nationwide. Clinical interviews are conducted via secure video conferencing with the same rigor as in-person assessments.
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A credible evaluation is grounded in clinical evidence, documents psychological impact clearly, uses trauma-informed methodology, and presents findings in language suitable for legal proceedings.
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Yes. Attorney referrals are a primary part of the practice. Evaluations are designed to provide objective clinical documentation that strengthens legal arguments.
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VAWA, U visa, T visa, asylum, l-601 hardship, and cancellation of removal evaluations are available. Each addresses distinct legal categories and clinical documentation needs.
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Reports are clearly organized, professionally written, and designed for attorneys and immigration-related legal proceedings. They typically include biopsychosocial history, relevant symptoms, clinical impressions and findings, diagnostic considerations when applicable, functional impact, case-relevant summary, and recommendations.
Ready to proceed with evaluation?
Contact the office to schedule an immigration psychological evaluation or discuss your case with Dr. DiNardo.