The latest articles & resources from Immigration Evaluations of Texas to help you on your immigration journey.
How Psychological Evaluations Help SIJS Cases
November 4, 2026Imagine a teenager in Texas who fled abuse in their home country, now living with a foster family, attending a new school in a language they’re still learning, and trying to make…
What Is an Adam Walsh Waiver Evaluation?
November 2, 2026When a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with a past conviction involving a specified offense against a minor tries to sponsor a family member for immigration, federal law creates a barrier.…
Can Children Receive Immigration Psychological Evaluations?
October 30, 2026Yes-children can absolutely receive immigration psychological evaluations, and in many cases, these assessments are among the most influential pieces of evidence in a family’s immigration case. Whether a child is the primary…
ICE Detention and Mental Health: The Role of Psychological Evaluations
October 28, 2026As of September 2025, nearly 60,000 immigrants are detained in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody on any given day. By January 2026, that number crossed 70,000 for the first time in…
Why USCIS Requests Detailed Mental Health Documentatio
October 26, 2026If you or someone you love is going through an immigration case that involves hardship, trauma, or abuse, there is a good chance USCIS will need to see mental health documentation –…
Emotional Abuse and Evidence in I-751 Petitions
October 23, 2026Yes. Emotional abuse can qualify as battery or extreme cruelty for an I-751 waiver, even if you never called the police and have no physical injuries to show. Under the Immigration and…
Why USCIS Requests Detailed Mental Health Documentation
October 21, 2026If you or someone you love is navigating an immigration case, you may be wondering why USCIS requests detailed mental health documentation at various stages of the process. The short answer: mental…
How PTSD Is Identified in Immigration Psychological Evaluations
October 19, 2026Immigration psychological evaluations are forensic mental health assessments used in legal proceedings before USCIS and immigration court. They serve cases ranging from asylum petitions and U-visa evaluations to VAWA self-petitions, T-visa applications,…
What Happens During Your First Immigration Evaluation Appointment?
October 16, 2026During an immigration evaluation appointment, a licensed mental health professional conducts a structured clinical interview to document how your experiences, including trauma, abuse, persecution, or separation, affect your mental health. The clinician…
How Psychological Evaluations Support Cancellation of Removal Cases
October 14, 2026Cancellation of removal is a form of discretionary relief under U.S. immigration law that allows individuals facing deportation to adjust their status to lawful permanent resident. It is one of the most…