Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD) • PSYPACT Authorized Provider • Trauma-Informed Care • Interpreter Services Available
MindWorks Psychological Services specializes in comprehensive psychological evaluations for adults, children, and families involved in the immigration process. Our trauma-informed psychological evaluations are clinically rigorous, culturally responsive, and tailored to meet the professional and legal standards required by immigration attorneys, USCIS, and immigration courts.
A Safe Space to Share Your Story
Clinically Rigorous. Attorney-Trusted.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive psychological evaluations for individuals and families navigating the immigration process. I understand that sharing your story can be difficult, and I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and respected. Every evaluation is conducted with professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality psychological evaluation services that accurately reflect each individual's experiences.
I'm Dr, Mary Lou Ancheta,
Hello!
U-Visa and T-Visa evaluations support victims of crime or human trafficking by documenting trauma and its ongoing psychological effects.
U-Visa &
T-Visa
These evaluations highlight the emotional and psychological consequences that deportation would have on U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family members.
Cancellation of Removal
The N-648 evaluation documents medical or psychological conditions that prevent applicants from meeting English or civics testing requirements for U.S. citizenship.
N-648 Disability Waivers
Trauma-informed evaluations that document the psychological effects of persecution and support individuals seeking asylum in the United States.
Asylum Evaluations
Compassionate psychological evaluations for survivors of abuse applying under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), providing clinically supported documentation.
VAWA Evaluations
For individuals seeking an I-601 or I-601A waiver, documenting the psychological impact that separation would have on qualifying family members.
Extreme Hardship Waivers
Immigration Psychological Evaluations
why clients choose
Fast Turnaround
Options
Standard and expedited evaluations are available to meet attorney and court deadlines.
California, Nevada, Texas & PSYPACT Coverage
We serve clients across PSYPACT states via telehealth, provide California Immigration Psychological Evaluations, and in-person services are available in the San Antonio area and by appointment in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Trauma- Informed & Compassionate Care
We provide a safe, respectful environment for clients sharing complex and sensitive life experiences.
Clear, Legal
Defensible Reports
Our evaluations are comprehensive, objective, and grounded in psychological research to support immigration petitions and court proceedings.
You may be applying for asylum, seeking protection under VAWA, pursuing a U-Visa, or trying to keep your family together through a hardship waiver. The immigration process can be overwhelming, especially when it requires revisiting traumatic or deeply personal experiences. We work with adults, children, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds who need compassionate psychological evaluations and professional documentation to support their immigration cases.
Supporting Individuals and Families Through the Immigration Process
who we serve
✓ Trauma-informed approach
✓ Culturally responsive care
✓ Adult, child, and family evaluations
✓ Secure telehealth appointments available
✓ Interpreter services available
✓ Standard and expedited report options
✓ Collaboration with attorneys and other professionals when appropriate
✓ Licensed across multiple states through PSYPACT
WHAT SETS US APART
MindWorks Psychological Services specializes in comprehensive psychological evaluations for immigration and family-building matters.
Our trauma-informed psychological evaluations are culturally responsive, evidence-based, and tailored to each client's circumstances. Every evaluation is conducted with professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to producing high-quality reports that clients, attorneys, agencies, and fertility clinics can trust.
Professional. Compassionate. Thorough.
— Former Evaluation Client
"From the outset, she created a safe, respectful, and professional environment where I felt heard and understood. Her evaluation was thorough, well-structured, and conducted with both sensitivity and precision."
Trusted By Clients, Families, and Attorneys
— Former Evaluation Client
"The process was very structured and thorough without feeling rushed or invalidating. She was professional, attentive, and able to accurately capture my story. I highly recommend her, especially if you’re on a tight deadline."
Trusted By Clients, Families, and Attorneys
— Former Evaluation Client
“She is exceptional, professional, and very knowledgeable in her field. She took the time to listen carefully, understand every concern, and prepared a well-organized report with great attention to detail. I highly recommend her services.”
Trusted By Clients, Families, and Attorneys
— Attorney / Legal Professional
“We were pleased with the level of professionalism and promptness in responses to our emails. Her availability to accommodate our needs, including conflicting schedules, time zone differences, and clients in detention centers, was exceptional. I highly recommend her.”
Trusted By Clients, Families, and Attorneys
In-person services are available in the San Antonio area and by appointment in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Based in Texas and serving clients throughout Texas, California, Nevada, Iowa, and participating PSYPACT states through secure telehealth appointments.
