Fernando Vazquez, LCSW — Licensed in NJ, FL, TX & SC. Hundreds of forensic evaluations for immigration courts and USCIS. Reports that connect clinical findings to the legal elements your cases need.
Peer-reviewed research demonstrates that professional psychological evaluations nearly double immigration case success rates.
81.6% of applicants with forensic evaluations were granted relief, compared to 42.4% without evaluations.
Atkinson et al. (2021), Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, analyzing 2,584 immigration cases.
89% of asylum seekers with professional evaluations were granted asylum, compared to 37.5% without.
Lustig et al. (2008), Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health.
Each evaluation addresses the specific legal criteria adjudicators assess. I connect clinical findings directly to the legal elements your cases require.
My reports are not template documents. They are comprehensive forensic assessments that connect clinical findings to legal criteria. Each report (typically 15-25 pages) includes:
All case types (asylum, VAWA, hardship waivers, U-visa, T-visa, cancellation of removal) are the same price. The fee includes the clinical interview, psychological testing, and comprehensive report.
| Tier | Turnaround | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 15 business days | $1,000 |
| Priority | 7 business days | $1,350 |
| Rush | 3-5 business days | $1,550 |
| Emergency | 24-48 hours | Call for pricing |
Referring a client is straightforward. I respond to all attorney inquiries within 24-48 hours.
Attorney referrals receive a response within 24-48 hours.
I conduct evaluations via secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth throughout New Jersey, Florida, Texas, and South Carolina. Your clients can complete evaluations from anywhere in these states.
Clients feel more comfortable in familiar settings when discussing trauma.
Easier scheduling around work and family obligations.
Spanish, Portuguese, and Galician speakers communicate directly without interpreters.
Telehealth evaluations meet the same standards as in-person assessments.
In-person evaluations at the Newark office (78 Fillmore St., Newark, NJ 07105) are also available for clients who prefer face-to-face assessment.
Contact our office at (862) 372-2737 or email info@fvrpsych.com with your client's name, case type, and any upcoming deadlines. We can schedule an evaluation within 24-48 hours for urgent cases.
Standard turnaround is 15 business days ($1,000). We offer priority (7 days, $1,350), rush (3-5 days, $1,550), and emergency (24-48 hours, contact for pricing) options.
Reports are delivered as professional PDF documents, typically 15-25 pages, with DSM-5-TR diagnoses, standardized test results, clinical narrative, and forensic conclusions suitable for USCIS or immigration court submission.
Yes. Fernando Vazquez is available for declarations, affidavits, and expert testimony via telehealth or in-person for cases in NJ, FL, TX, and SC.
Yes. USCIS and immigration courts accept telehealth evaluations. Fernando conducts all evaluations via secure, HIPAA-compliant video and produces reports that meet the same forensic standards as in-person evaluations.
The purpose of a psychological evaluation for immigration is to assess an individual's mental health and provide detailed reports to support their immigration case. These evaluations can demonstrate the psychological impact of immigration-related experiences and help in cases such as asylum, VAWA petitions, U visas, and hardship waivers.
The psychological evaluation for USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) is a formal assessment required in certain immigration cases. It provides evidence of psychological conditions that may impact an individual's eligibility for specific immigration benefits, such as asylum, U visas, and hardship waivers.
Yes, psychological evaluations are worth it, especially in immigration cases where mental health documentation can significantly impact the outcome. Research shows 81.6% of applicants with forensic evaluations were granted relief, compared to 42.4% without evaluations (Atkinson et al., 2021).
Immigration psychological evaluations with Fernando Vazquez, LCSW start at $1,000 for a 15-business-day turnaround. Priority 7-day evaluations are $1,350, and rush 3-5 day evaluations are $1,550. Emergency 24-48 hour evaluations are available upon request. All case types (asylum, VAWA, hardship waivers, U-visa, T-visa) are the same price. The fee includes the clinical interview, psychological testing, and a comprehensive report formatted for USCIS or immigration court.
A psychological evaluation for immigration typically takes several hours, which may be spread over one or more sessions. The duration can vary based on the complexity of the case and the individual's specific needs.
Documents needed for a psychological immigration evaluation may include personal identification, medical and psychological records, legal documents related to the immigration case, and any other relevant information that can provide context for the evaluation.
Yes, psychological evaluations for immigration can be done online through telehealth services. USCIS and immigration courts accept telehealth evaluations. Fernando conducts evaluations via secure HIPAA-compliant video throughout NJ, FL, TX, and SC.
Contact Fernando Vazquez, LCSW for a comprehensive immigration psychological evaluation. Serving attorneys and their clients in New Jersey, Florida, Texas, and South Carolina.
78 Fillmore St., Newark, NJ 07105 — info@fvrpsych.com — Telehealth available in NJ, FL, TX, SC