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Dr. Mary Lou Ancheta.

Every story deserves to be heard with compassion.

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here! ’m Dr. Mary Lou Ancheta, Psy.D., licensed clinical psychologist and I lead our team at MindWorks Psychological Services in providing professional immigration psychological evaluations to support your legal case with detailed, evidence-based reports that meet the requirements of United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and immigration courts.

We specialize in evaluations for Extreme Hardship Waivers, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, U-Visas, T-Visas, and Political Asylum claims. Each assessment is conducted with cultural sensitivity, clinical accuracy, and a commitment to timely delivery so your attorney has the strongest possible documentation for your case.

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You don’t have to navigate this on your own.

Starting the process for an immigration psychological evaluation can feel overwhelming, especially when so much depends on the outcome. At MindWorks Psychological Services, we provide a supportive and culturally sensitive environment where your story is respected, your questions are welcomed, and your concerns are taken seriously. You deserve an evaluation grounded in clinical expertise and compassion—delivered in a way that helps you feel understood and prepared as you move forward with your case.

Clarity, compassion, and support you can trust

Immigration cases require evaluations that meet the highest professional, ethical, and legal standards. At MindWorks Psychological Services, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychological assessments for Extreme Hardship Waivers, VAWA petitions, U-Visas, T-Visas, and Political Asylum. Each report is tailored to the unique circumstances of your case and is designed to offer USCIS and immigration courts accurate, credible, and clinically sound documentation that can meaningfully strengthen your petition.

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Immigration Evaluations

VAWA (Violence Against Women Act)

A VAWA psychological evaluation provides detailed documentation of the emotional and psychological effects of domestic violence, abuse, or extreme cruelty experienced by a spouse, child, or parent of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Extreme Hardship Waiver Evaluations

An Extreme Hardship Waiver evaluation examines the emotional, psychological, medical, and practical challenges a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident would face if their family member were removed from the United States.

Political Asylum Evaluations

An asylum evaluation documents the mental health effects of past persecution, torture, or credible fear of future harm in the applicant’s home country. It captures the emotional toll of these experiences through a detailed clinical interview and, when appropriate, standardized trauma assessments.

U-Visa/T-Visa Evaluations

Psychological evaluations for U-Visa and T-Visa applicants provide an in-depth clinical account of the emotional and mental health impact of trauma. For U-Visa cases, evaluations focus on the psychological harm caused by qualifying crimes such as assault, domestic violence, sexual abuse, or kidnapping.

N-648 Disability Waivers

An N-648 psychological evaluation provides clinical documentation when a medical, cognitive, or mental health condition prevents an applicant from meeting the English and civics testing requirements for U.S. citizenship.The evaluation explores how psychiatric, neurological, or cognitive impairments

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What Clients Say

“After years of confusion and misdiagnoses, Dr. Ancheta provided us with the answers we desperately needed. Her evaluation was thorough, thoughtful, and compassionate. She not only helped us understand our son's learning differences but also guided us on how to support him moving forward. We’re so grateful for her insight and professionalism.”

Jennifer T., Las Vegas

“Dr. Mary Lou Ancheta is the real deal. Her deep knowledge of neuropsychology is matched by her kind, approachable manner. She took the time to explain everything clearly and gave us a comprehensive report that made sense. Thanks to her, we feel empowered and finally have a clear direction.”

Michael R., Henderson

“Dr. Ancheta conducted a neuropsychological evaluation for my daughter, and the experience was exceptional. She was warm, professional, and extremely detailed in her assessment. The recommendations she provided have been invaluable in school and therapy. I can’t recommend her enough!”

Laura B., Summerlin

“As an adult, I struggled for years with focus and organization. Dr. Ancheta’s ADHD testing helped me finally understand what I’ve been dealing with all along. Her evaluation changed how I see myself and opened doors to the right treatment and support.”

Jason M., Las Vegas

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