Expert Immigration Evaluations
Dr. Silvia Leija offers professional immigration evaluation services to support individuals and families navigating the emotional and psychological aspects of the U.S. immigration process. As a licensed therapist (LMFT) and fluent in Spanish, Dr. Silvia brings both clinical expertise and cultural sensitivity to her work. She provides comprehensive psychosocial evaluations for hardship waivers, asylum cases, VAWA petitions, and other immigration-related needs. While she is not an attorney, her detailed reports are designed to meet legal standards and can be a powerful component of your immigration case. Dr. Silvia is deeply committed to helping clients feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their journey.
Who Needs Immigration Evaluations?
Immigration evaluations can strengthen your case by providing professional insight into emotional or psychological hardship. Dr. Silvia works with individuals and families facing a variety of immigration challenges.
Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A)
These evaluations help show how a qualifying relative would suffer if you were denied legal status or removed from the U.S.
VAWA Petitions
If you've experienced abuse from a U.S. citizen or resident, an evaluation can document the emotional impact and support your petition.
Asylum Cases
For those fleeing persecution, an evaluation can provide evidence of trauma, PTSD, or psychological distress tied to past or feared harm.
U Visa and T Visa Applicants
Victims of crime or trafficking may need evaluations to show the lasting effects of trauma and support their eligibility for relief.
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