For immigrants and their families in the State of Colorado, I’m proud to offer Immigration Evaluations including Hardship Evaluation (Hardship Immigration Petitions), U-Visa Evaluations, and Violence Against Women Act Immigration Petitions (VAWA Evaluations).
Hardship Evaluations in Colorado
Hardship Evaluations are used to support an individual facing deportation as well as the well-being of their family. When deportation would mean mental and emotional distress, a Hardship Evaluation serves to explain this negative impact to immigration professionals and legal staff.
VAWA Evaluations for Colorado Immigrants
VAWA Evaluations are used when a woman immigrates to the United States (often under a fiancee visa) and marries a United States citizen. Should this relationship become abusive in nature (and the immigrant is the victim), she may petition US Immigration to be allowed to stay in the country and eventually receive a Green Card. The VAWA Evaluation by a mental health professional provides insight and perspective on the nature and significance of both the abuse and the potential negative repercussions of deportation.
Colorado U-Visa Evaluations
U-Visa Evaluations are for immigrants who have been victims of a crime who are cooperating with law enforcement in the prosecution of perpetrators. These assessments document the type and extent of the psychological damage and distress suffered due to the crime and to provide perspective on how deportation would negatively impact your mental health further.
Why Complete An Immigration Hardship Assessment?
Typically, an immigration attorney gathers personal and family documentation to request an Extreme Hardship Assessment for a 601-Waiver, Cancellation of Removal for Deportation, or J-1 Visa. An Immigration Evaluation from a qualified mental health professional can increase the likelihood of Immigration Officials granting your request to remain in the country with your loved ones.
Immigration Evaluations for individuals and families in Colorado are conducted in-person in Parker or through secure video conferencing. For more information, please call 720-810-2668 and leave a message indicating your assessment needs. Please note that I am not bilingual. Documentation and Assessments are provided in both English and Spanish when needed and translation services are available if language is a barrier.