Dr. Castro provides psychological evaluations for immigration matters in which mental health considerations are relevant to USCIS adjudications, granting of immigration relief or benefits, or to support other legal claims. These evaluations are conducted with careful attention to clinical accuracy, forensic psychology standards of practice, professional ethics, and the evidentiary context in which reports may be reviewed.

Evaluations are designed to address specific referral questions and to result in clear, well-structured written reports appropriate for submission in immigration proceedings. Psychological evaluations for immigration matters assist attorneys and their clients in cases where mental health documentation supports legal claims. Typical cases include:

• Cancellation of Removal

• VAWA self-petition evaluations

• Extreme hardship waiver evaluations (I-601, I-601A, fraud or misrepresentation waivers, J-1 foreign-residence requirement waivers)

• Asylum-related psychological evaluations

• U-visa and T-visa psychological evaluations

• Adam Walsh Act

• N-648 medical certification evaluations

• Other immigration matters in which psychological functioning or mental health history is legally relevant

Evaluations are conducted in English, Spanish; I am also able to speak and understand French at an intermediate/advanced level. Interpreter support is welcomed as needed. The process typically includes attorney consultation, 1-2 diagnostic interview sessions, administration of psychological symptom measures, review of records as available, and a written report.

Dr. Castro has extensive experience providing comprehensive testing and evaluation for diagnostic clarification of psychiatric or neurocognitive concerns, educational accommodation eligibility, learning differences (e.g., ADHD, autism spectrum, intellectual disability), and other referral questions. Results include summary of findings, diagnostic impressions, and practical recommendations.

These evaluations support diagnostic clarification and functional understanding across areas such as:

• ADHD and learning disorders

• Autism spectrum concerns

• Intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior

• Emotional or cognitive issues (e.g., memory, language, processing speed, reasoning, etc.)

Written reports are comprehensive, including relevant background history, assessment findings, diagnostic impressions, and recommendations appropriate for referral needs.

Evaluations and letters for gender-affirming care are provided according to current standards of practice as dictated by professional associations such as WPATH. Letters of readiness and medical necessity are written with clinical integrity and clear criteria, and support patients seeking medical and surgical care. For more information, please contact me.