Immigration Psychological Evaluations in Nevada

MindWorks Psychological Services provides immigration psychological evaluations for Nevada residents, including those living in Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Reno. All evaluations are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with USCIS requirements.

Evaluations are conducted by Dr. Mary Lou Ancheta, PsyD, a licensed Clinical Psychologist in Nevada and across all PSYPACT states. Alexus Higa, LCSW provides immigration evaluations for California clients through secure telehealth. Interpreter support is available for clients who prefer services in their native language.

Hardship Waiver (I-601 / I-601A) Evaluations

A hardship waiver evaluation documents the emotional, psychological, and functional hardship a qualifying relative would experience if separated from, or required to relocate with, their loved one. These evaluations explore mental health symptoms, family responsibilities, financial stressors, cultural barriers, and medical vulnerabilities.

Dr. Ancheta provides detailed, evidence-based reports that outline the extreme hardship required for I-601 and I-601A waivers.

VAWA Psychological Evaluations

VAWA evaluations document the psychological impact of abuse, including trauma symptoms related to emotional, physical, or psychological harm. Evaluations assess anxiety, depression, PTSD features, self-esteem concerns, and the long-term effects of coercive control. Reports are written clearly, sensitively, and in alignment with VAWA requirements.

Asylum Psychological Evaluations

Asylum evaluations provide clinical documentation of trauma related to persecution, violence, displacement, or threats. Dr. Ancheta assesses trauma symptoms such as hypervigilance, nightmares, intrusive memories, avoidance, and emotional numbing. Reports provide strong clinical support for asylum claims and attorney case strategy.

U-Visa Psychological Evaluations

U-Visa evaluations document the emotional and psychological impact of qualifying crimes, including assault, domestic violence, threats, or other harm. Reports emphasize trauma symptoms, safety concerns, functional impairment, and recovery needs, strengthening U-Visa petitions.

T-Visa Psychological Evaluations

T-Visa evaluations focus on victims of human trafficking, documenting coercion, trauma symptoms, disorientation, fear responses, and long-term emotional effects. Reports are trauma-informed and clinically supported to meet humanitarian requirements.

N-648 Disability Waiver Evaluations

N-648 evaluations document cognitive or psychiatric conditions that prevent individuals from completing the U.S. naturalization exam. Dr. Ancheta provides thorough assessments describing the functional impact of mental health or neurological limitations. Reports comply with USCIS expectations and clinical standards.

Why Nevada Clients and Attorneys Choose MindWorks

Specialized focus on immigration psychological evaluations

  • Nevada statewide coverage

  • Fast turnaround times

  • Secure telehealth

  • Interpreter access

  • Reports tailored to attorney and USCIS standards

  • Expertise in hardship, trauma, and diagnostic assessment

  • Licensed in Nevada and all PSYPACT states

Attorneys trust our evaluations because they are clear, clinically supported, and legally aligned.

Schedule a Nevada Immigration Psychological Evaluation

To schedule an immigration psychological evaluation in Nevada, contact:

MindWorks Psychological Services
Dr. Mary Lou Ancheta, PsyD — Clinical Psychologist
Alexus Higa, LCSW — Immigration Psychological Evaluator (California clients)

Serving all of Nevada, California, and PSYPACT states via secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth.