Tag Archives: psychological evaluation

Human Trafficking (T visas)

Posted on August 26, 2012 by lizbcraig

Another type of evaluation I often perform are human trafficking assessments (T Visas).  In conducting these evaluations, I hear stories of people who were lured to the United States with promises of a brighter future and lucrative job opportunities.  However, … Continue reading →

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What to look for in a clinical evaluator for an immigration case:

Posted on July 2, 2012 by lizbcraig

Look for a therapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Psychologist) who has experience  doing clinical evaluations specifically for immigration purposes. A good evaluator will be able to create an open and sharing environment for the client.  Sometimes this is … Continue reading →

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How does a clinical evaluation strengthen an immigration case?

Posted on June 28, 2012 by lizbcraig

There are many ways in which a psychosocial evaluation can strengthen a client’s asylum or other type of immigration case. Listed below are a few: Corroboration of a client’s story by an outside source Provide detailed explanation of a client’s mental … Continue reading →

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Why have your evaluation completed by a clinical social worker??

Posted on June 20, 2012 by lizbcraig

In this article about types of clinical evaluations that are often used to support immigration cases ( http://www.msba.org/departments/commpubl/publications/bar_bult/2007/oct/evaluation.asp) it is noted that many of the tests used by clinical psychologists in their evaluations with immigrants are not appropriate with this … Continue reading →

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