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Dr. Monica Oganes
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Immigration Evaluations
Dr. Monica Oganes
Dr. Monica Oganes works with a team of neuropsychologists and school psychologists to provide mental health and cognitive evaluations in support of immigration applications.
For over a decade, we have helped hundreds of children, adolescents, and adults document the psychological impact of trauma, hardship, victimization, and family separation through thorough and compassionate evaluations.
Our reports are carefully prepared to be clear, detailed, and relevant for adjudicators, and we are approved to testify in Immigration Court when needed.
Miami (305) 800-9399
Orlando (407) 809-5680
Telehealth services are available throughout Florida.
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What we assess...
EXTREME HARDSHIP
We evaluate individuals who may experience extreme hardship if a family member is deported.
We conduct a comprehensive clinical interview to identify stressors and vulnerability factors that could lead to significant or long-term psychological distress.
We assess key areas of your life from childhood to the present, including family background, education, finances, housing, medical and mental health history, social supports, faith, employment, and current functioning, along with other relevant factors. Diagnostic impressions are provided when appropriate.
You will receive a detailed, court-ready report outlining our findings and professional opinions, suitable for submission to USCIS or the Immigration Court.
ASYLUM
We work with individuals seeking asylum in the United States due to persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution in their home country.
We conduct a comprehensive, trauma-informed clinical interview exploring your life before, during, and after the events that led to your flight. This includes documenting experiences of threats, violence, coercion, or other harm that created a credible fear of serious injury, persecution, or death, and the psychological impact of those events.
We carefully review supporting documents and background information related to the persecution you experienced and the conditions in your home country.
You will receive a detailed, court-ready forensic report outlining our findings, diagnostic impressions when appropriate, and professional opinions to assist the United States Immigration Court in evaluating your asylum application.
VAWA, U-VISA, T-VISA
We work with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other qualifying crimes who are seeking lawful immigration protection under VAWA, U-Visa, or T-Visa provisions.
For VAWA cases, we evaluate individuals who have experienced battery or extreme cruelty by a qualifying relative and are seeking independent immigration status.
For U-Visas, we assess victims of qualifying criminal activity who have suffered substantial mental or physical abuse and have been, are being, or are willing to be helpful to law enforcement or government officials in the investigation or prosecution of the crime.
For T-Visas, we evaluate individuals who have experienced severe forms of human trafficking, including labor or sex trafficking, and the psychological impact of coercion, exploitation, or forced circumstances.
We conduct a comprehensive, compassionate, trauma-informed clinical interview examining your life before the victimization, the details of the abuse or exploitation, and the emotional, psychological, and functional effects that followed.
You will receive a detailed, court-ready forensic report outlining our findings, diagnostic impressions when appropriate, and recommendations for treatment or support services.
N-648 CERTIFICATION FOR DISABILITY
We work with individuals seeking an exception to the English and civics testing requirements for naturalization.
We conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine whether the applicant has a developmental disability or mental impairment that prevents them from learning to read, write, or speak English, or from demonstrating knowledge of U.S. history and government.
The evaluation may include assessment of intellectual functioning, cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and executive functioning, academic skills, and emotional or behavioral functioning, as clinically indicated.
If the applicant meets the established criteria for disability, we complete and certify the N-648 form in accordance with USCIS guidelines.
Testimonials
We are so grateful for Dr. Oganes and her team and recommend her 100%. She is very professional, loves her work, is a good listener, and has the patience needed for these cases. Thank you for helping us.
~V. Family
Talking about challenges in life is not easy, but Dr. Oganes was so helpful. Her staff is kind and I am glad I worked with her office. My attorney was pleased with the thorough report we were provided!
~Claire S.
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About Dr. Monica Oganes
With degrees in school psychology and clinical neuropsychology, and experience working in the schools, hospitals, and private practice settings, Dr. Oganes is uniquely qualified to work with culturally diverse individuals in English, Spanish, and other languages with interpreters.
Dr. Oganes provides international presentations on assessment of multilingual learners and immigration assessments. She works with a group of neuropsychologists and school psychologists in her practice to provide services to children, youth, and adults.
Dr. Oganes has authored book chapters related to immigration, school neuropsychology, and other topics. Currently, she is conducting scholarly work on immigration for publication. She frequently appears on national and international TV, podcasts, and radio programs to talk about mental health issues related to the immigrant population, families, and current events that affect culturally diverse individuals.