Immigration Evaluations
At Vitality Life Counseling of San Antonio, our independently licensed clinicians offer comprehensive psychological assessments and reports crucial for determining individuals’ eligibility to stay lawfully in the United States. These assessments delve into the client’s background and address specific immigration-related issues. We may also consult with individuals familiar with the client’s case to gather pertinent information. Our assessments utilize various tools tailored to the assessment process. All evaluation sessions are strictly confidential.
What type of Evaluations are provided?
Vitality Life Counseling of San Antonio can provide:
- Extreme Hardship Cases
- Spousal Abuse (VAWA) Cases
- Political Asylum Cases
- U Visa Cases
- T Visa Cases
- Cancellation of Removal Cases
Important info:
It’s important to emphasize that while a psychological evaluation can significantly strengthen a client’s case, the therapist or evaluator cannot guarantee the outcome. Nevertheless, these evaluations often play a crucial role in the immigration process.
Reports typically range from 10 to over 20 pages, tailored to address vital questions specific to the client’s case circumstances. The usual timeframe for completing an evaluation and report ranges from 10 to 14 days, depending on urgency.
Expedited services are available at an additional cost. Clients can choose to attend sessions in person at our office or via a HIPAA-compliant video chat platform. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish; clients requiring other languages must provide their interpreter.
Fees & Policies:
In-depth Psychosocial Evaluations: base fee $1,200
- 2-4 hours in client sessions, possibly over 2 sessions depending on the need
- gathering of collateral information from outside sources
- personal detailed interview
- detailed report with history, assessment scores, diagnosis, and recommendations
- mental health support referrals if necessary
- online or in-person interview available
Payment Plans:
An active and current credit card is required on file. Due to the short-term nature of the evaluation, the full payment ($1,500) is due at the time of service. If a payment plan is needed, $750 is due to hold the appointment. The other half ($750) is due at the time of the appointment. (Credit cards will not be charged without permission and appropriate documentation/consent forms will be required to secure your appointment).
If the evaluations need to be expedited, there is an additional $200 required in addition to the base fee.
Cancellation & Late Arrival:
There is a 48-hour cancellation policy in effect for Immigration Evaluations. If the appointment is canceled or rescheduled with less than 48 hours’ notice, you will be subject to a $150 fee. If you do not show up and do not call (no call/ no show) for your appointment, you will be charged $250. If you arrive 15 mins or more late, we will need to reschedule your appointment and you will be subject to a $150 late cancellation fee because we will not be able to complete the full session.
In all cases, the card on file will be charged. Your appointment is just for you and they are not always able to be filled with short notice.
Payment types:
We accept credit cards, cashier’s checks, or cash.
To schedule an appointment, please click the contact button below or call our office at (210) 369-9550. Any pertinent documentation will need to be sent prior to the appointment for complete review or we will need to reschedule the appointment.