Immigration Rights Evaluation & Documentation

Embodied Justice Advisory specializes in trauma-informed, culturally responsive psychological evaluations for immigration and humanitarian cases. These clinical assessments and court-ready reports give attorneys and their clients the strongest possible evidence to advocate for safety, protection, and family unity in front of agencies, courts, and immigration authorities.

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Case Types Served

Asylum: Documentation of persecution, credible fear, and trauma that meets legal criteria for refugee status or removal defense.
VAWA (Violence Against Women Act): Assessment of domestic violence, child abuse, or sexual assault for immigrants seeking protection under VAWA.
U Visa: Evaluation of victims of crime (physical, emotional, or sexual violence) who have assisted law enforcement, focusing on trauma impact, recovery, and hardship.
T Visa: Specialized evaluation for survivors of human trafficking, addressing forced labor, sexual exploitation, trauma, and restoration needs.
Extreme Hardship Waivers: Assessment of medical, emotional, financial, and relational hardship for family-based petitions; can include children, parents, or spouses affected by potential removal.
Cancellation of Removal / Non-LPR Cancellation: Psychological evaluation supporting claims of hardship or risk if deported, tailored to respondent/family experience.

Our Process

1) Referral & Intake:

Attorney or client contacts Embodied Justice Advisory for evaluation. Secure intake form collects demographic, case, and history details. All interactions are confidential and HIPAA-compliant.

2) Clinical Interview:

In-depth, trauma-sensitive interview conducted by Nijeria Jones, LPC-S, either in person or via secure telehealth. Interpreters accommodated as needed. Interview includes:

Presenting concerns and immigration history
Past traumas (persecution, violence, abuse, exploitation)
Family structure, relationships, and roles
Current mental health symptoms and diagnosis
Functioning: home, work, school, community, self-care
Cultural and religious factors affecting experience

3) Assessment Tools Used:

Standardized measures of trauma, depression, anxiety, and PTSD (e.g., PCL-5, GAD-7, PHQ-9, etc.)
DSM-5 diagnostic criteria applied where indicated
Culturally customized questions for context-specific trauma and hardship

4) Documentation Review:

Attorney-provided affidavits, police reports, medical histories, and prior mental health assessments reviewed for supporting evidence.

5) Report Preparation:

Court-ready evaluation report with detailed findings, clear diagnostic impressions, and narrative sections cross-referenced to legal criteria.
Direct, compassionate language accessible for judges and officers who may not be clinicians.
Recommendations for ongoing therapy, medical support, or resources included when indicated.

6) Attorney & Client Communication:

Draft report shared for confirmation of facts.
Direct follow-up available for legal questions or supplemental needs.
Expert testimony or letter of clarification provided if required.

7) Delivery & Turnaround:

7–15 business day standard turnaround (rush available).
Reports delivered securely (encrypted email or direct upload) to attorney or authorized party.

Why Choose Embodied Justice Advisory?

NASW-Approved Training: Certified by Georgia King, LCSW; adheres to the highest standards for legal documentation and trauma assessment.

Licensed and Experienced: Nijeria Jones, LPC-S, Board Registered Supervisor, has 8+ years of clinical, crisis, and trauma-focused experience with marginalized and immigrant populations.

Culturally Responsive: Sensitive, intersectional approach honoring diverse identities, languages, and backgrounds. Experience includes Black, Latinx, LGBTQIA+, and neurodiverse clients.

Compassionate, Confidential, Accessible: Trauma-informed communication, flexible scheduling (including evenings/weekends), telehealth or in-person options. Privacy and dignity at all times.

Collaborative: Regular feedback, Q&A, and ongoing partnership with attorneys and advocacy teams.

Common Questions

Who should request an evaluation? Immigration attorneys, accredited legal representatives, or individuals referred by social service providers.

Will my story be believed and handled with care? Absolutely. Our approach prioritizes accurate, respectful, and truthful documentation. Judges often cite the clarity and compassion of our reports.

I’m nervous about sharing trauma and mental health details. All interviews are conducted with sensitivity, empowerment, and choice. You may have a support person present.

How fast is a report available? Standard timelines are 7–15 business days. Emergency/rush is available for affidavits and court deadlines.

Will you testify if needed? Yes, expert testimony and letters of clarification can be provided for hearings or interviews.

Investment: $1000 per evaluation. Sliding scale available for nonprofits, asylees, and victims of trafficking/violence. Consult for quotes and payment plans.

Trauma-Informed Notary Services

Notarization for immigration and legal documents you did not author, provided by a Virginia-commissioned notary. Ideal for attorneys, legal aid groups, and community members who need a neutral, trauma-informed notary to support affidavits, declarations, and other case documents.

Embodied Justice Advisory offers trauma-informed notary services for immigration and legal documents. These services are separate from evaluation and consulting work and follow all Virginia notary rules around impartiality and conflict of interest.

What It Includes:

Verification of signer's identity using valid government-issued photo ID
Witnessing of signature
Confirmation that signer is willing and appears to understand the document
Official notary seal and signature affixed to document

Applicable Notarizations:

Client affidavits and personal declarations
Attorney-prepared forms and letters
Consent forms, releases, and supporting statements for immigration or civil matters

What we do NOT notarize:

Any document Nijeria has authored or signed (including her own immigration evaluation reports).
Documents where Nijeria, her spouse, or her business has a direct beneficial interest.

*We reserve the right to decline if impartiality cannot be maintained.*

Modality + fees:

In-Person Notarization (Virginia): Nijeria is a commissioned notary public in Virginia and can notarize documents in person.
- Cost: $10 per notarial act (per signature)
- Timeline: Same-day service available; allow 15-30 minutes per notarization
- Location: Martinsville, VA area; travel to other locations available (travel costs discussed in advance)
Remote Online Notarization (When Applicable): For certain approved document types, Nijeria can conduct notarizations via secure video platform.
- Cost: $25 per electronic notarial act
- Requirements:
  1. Valid government-issued photo ID (held to camera)
  2. Secure video platform (Nijeria will provide)
  3. Signer must be physically present during entire notarization

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