IMMIGRATION EVALUATIONS

Supporting your story with COMPASSIONATE, professional insight

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Individuals who enhance their immigration case through a clinical evaluation have an 81.6% success rate in obtaining immigration relief? By working with a licensed clinician, individuals in the immigration process can share their stories and emphasize the significant mental health and psychological effects related to their petitions.

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immigration assessments for families and individuals

Strengthen your case by building a connection

While the terms "evaluation" or "assessment" may sound unfamiliar or clinical, a mental health evaluation is a supportive and straightforward process designed to help strengthen your immigration case.

A mental health evaluation for immigration is a professional clinical assessment conducted by a licensed clinician. The purpose of this assessment is to document the psychological and emotional impacts of your experiences, particularly those relevant to your petition. These evaluations are often a crucial element in immigration petitions, as they help immigration judges and officers understand the human aspect of your story—what you have endured, how it has affected you, and the potential consequences if your petition is denied.

STEP 1: Reach out

You can do this through the website or by email. I’ll gather information about your case, including the type of immigration petition you're filing, the attorney or law firm you're working with, any relevant documentation (such as affidavits or police reports), and any important deadlines (such as your filing date).

STEP 2: 1-on-1 Interview

Next, we’ll schedule a one-on-one interview, which typically takes place over one or two sessions. During our time together, I’ll conduct a comprehensive review of your personal background and explore any psychological symptoms or emotional distress you're experiencing as a result of your immigration journey.

STEP 3: Written Report

Once the interview is complete, I’ll prepare a detailed written report that tells your story with compassion and clinical insight. This report will document the emotional and psychological effects of your experiences and explain how these factors are relevant to your immigration petition.

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MENTAL HEALTH EVALUATION BENEFITS

Because you deserve a chance at your dream

Many clients find that simply being heard and validated in a supportive, nonjudgmental space, is a crucial part in finding your voice.

Strengthen your legal case

Mental health evaluations can significantly increase the chances of approval. Research indicates that individuals who include these evaluations in their applications are more likely to achieve favorable outcomes.

Elicits compassion and clarity

These evaluations give you a voice and allow you to share your story. They explain how trauma, hardship, or fear related to your immigration status have shaped and continue to impact your mental health and overall well-being.

Provides credibility

A professional assessment helps immigration officers or judges see your symptoms and emotional experiences as real, valid, and diagnosable - backed by clinical findings from a licensed professional.

Protects your loved ones

In hardship waiver cases, the evaluation can demonstrate how your deportation would cause significant hardship to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member, including psychological, emotional, and financial hardship they would endure should your petition be denied.

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No. My practice is not in-network (INN) with any insurance provider, and psychotherapy sessions are self-pay only.

However - I would gladly assist you in seeking reimbursement from your insurance provider by providing a superbill (it's like a receipt) that can be submitted for potential reimbursement. Alternatively, I have partnered with Thrizer, a payment platform that handles this process automatically for you.

I get it - a lot of folks need to use their insurance in order to access therapy. Unfortunately, insurance companies set reimbursement rates that are often too low for me to maintain a sustainable practice while still being able to provide quality care my clients deserve. By staying out-of-network (OON), I can focus on offering the best possible support without limitations that come with insurance requirements.

Both! I offer in-person therapy at both my Evergreen, Colorado and Westminster, Colorado, office, as well as online therapy for clients residing anywhere within the state of Colorado or Florida. Many of my clients prefer in-person therapy as it helps them feel more connected and supported throughout our work together. However, If it’s more convenient, we can also meet online through a secure Zoom platform. We’ll discuss what feels best for you during your free consultation.

glad you're considering this important first step! To schedule your free consultation, please click the green “Schedule Now” button in the top right corner of my website or just click the above link. This will take you to my scheduling page, where you'll select the “Request Appointment” button. From there, confirm that you're scheduling a free consultation and choose your preferred office location. Finally, select the date and time that works best for you.

Alternatively, you can reach out to me via my website (this page), by email at chelsea@wanderingbeaglecounseling.com, or by calling or texting me at 720-837-1015.

The purpose of the free consultation is to determine if we are a good fit for each other. During this meeting, I will learn more about your goals for therapy, what has worked for you in the past, what hasn’t, and any other important information you would like to share. I will also explain my approach to therapy and discuss some practice details, such as fees and out-of-network options. If it feels like we are a good match, we can talk about the next steps, including completing paperwork and scheduling your first appointment.

I'm READY to help!

You’re not alone in this journey. At Wandering Beagle Counseling, I specialize in immigration psychological evaluations for asylum, VAWA, U Visa, and hardship waivers. I provide timely, culturally sensitive evaluations for individuals and families in Denver, Westminster, Boulder, and Evergreen. With experience, empathy, and a deep understanding of the immigration process, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

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