The Role of Psychology in Asylum Cases
Seeking asylum often involves sharing deeply painful experiences of violence, persecution, or displacement. A psychological evaluation helps transform your story into clinical documentation that USCIS and immigration courts can understand and trust.
What Is an Asylum Psychological Evaluation?
An asylum psychological evaluation is conducted by a licensed psychologist to assess and document the mental health impact of trauma experienced due to persecution in one’s home country.
This evaluation helps establish credibility and can demonstrate:
- Symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression
- Long-term effects of trauma
- Consistency between psychological symptoms and reported experiences
Why Attorneys Value These Evaluations
Attorneys use psychological evaluations as evidence to strengthen asylum claims by adding professional testimony to a client’s personal narrative. It helps demonstrate that emotional distress isn’t fabricated or exaggerated but clinically verifiable.
Charison Counseling’s Approach
At Charison Counseling, we approach asylum evaluations with cultural sensitivity, trauma-informed care, and professional rigor.
Our process includes:
- Comprehensive interviews in a safe, respectful environment
- Clinical assessment of trauma-related symptoms
- Objective documentation that aligns with USCIS and court requirements
We are experienced in working with interpreters and diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring every report is accurate and culturally aware.
Schedule an Asylum Evaluation
If you or your attorney are preparing an asylum case, Charison Counseling can provide a professional, evidence-based evaluation that supports your claim. Book a 15 free-minute consultation and speak directly with Dr. Charison.