Ryan E. Bates is a highly experienced psychotherapist, educator, and community advocate with over 22 years of service in the field of mental health.
Ryan E. Bates is also a proud partner and clinical training site supervisor with the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS). Through this collaboration, he contributes to the development of future mental health professionals by providing hands-on training, supervision, and mentorship to graduate students in clinical psychology and counseling programs. This partnership reflects his ongoing commitment to advancing the field through education, ethical leadership, and community-based learning.
He began his career in the nonprofit sector, where he rose through various leadership roles, ultimately serving as Regional Director for one of the nation’s largest behavioral health organizations.
In addition to his broad clinical experience, Ryan has developed extensive expertise in conducting immigration psychological evaluations. Ryan Bates has worked with clients across the United States facing complex immigration cases, including VAWA, asylum, hardship waivers, and court proceedings. His evaluations are known for being thorough, compassionate, and professionally written and are widely accepted by immigration attorneys, courts, and USCIS.
Through R.E.B. Human Services, Ryan continues to provide culturally competent, trauma-informed care with a strong commitment to advocacy and justice.
He has extensive experience working with:
Trauma-related disorders, including PTSD
Anxiety and depressive disorders
Substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions
Mood and psychotic spectrum disorders
Ryan is known for his compassionate approach, culturally sensitive care, and ability to connect with clients navigating complex emotional and legal challenges.
Ryan is known for his deep empathy, clinical rigor, and unwavering commitment to ethical care.
He has provided clinical supervision, mentored emerging clinicians, and conducted hundreds of comprehensive psychological assessments used in both therapeutic and legal contexts.
A significant part of Ryan’s work focuses on immigration-related evaluations, where he supports clients navigating some of the most vulnerable and life-altering moments of their lives. He understands that behind every evaluation is a human being carrying a personal story of trauma, resilience, and hope.
Whether working with survivors of domestic violence seeking safety through VAWA, individuals fleeing persecution and applying for asylum, or families facing separation due to immigration hardship, Ryan approaches each case with profound respect and care. He takes time to listen deeply, build trust, and ensure that each report reflects the client’s lived experience with accuracy, sensitivity, and clinical integrity.
His evaluations have played a vital role in helping clients access protection, remain united with loved ones, and move forward with dignity and strength in their immigration process.
At R.E.B. Human Services, Ryan E. Bates brings not only decades of clinical experience, but also a highly specialized focus in areas that reflect the complex needs of individuals navigating both mental health challenges and legal systems. His work is guided by a commitment to clinical excellence, cultural humility, and client empowerment.
Ryan E. Bates specialized areas of practice include:
Ryan has extensive training in family systems theory and relational dynamics. He works with families impacted by trauma, immigration-related stress, separation, and court involvement. His approach focuses on strengthening communication, emotional connection, and resilience often within the context of multigenerational or cross-cultural dynamics. These insights are especially valuable in evaluations where family hardship or support systems are a critical component.
All evaluations and clinical recommendations are rooted in current, research-supported practices. Ryan applies standardized mental health assessments and trauma-informed protocols to ensure each psychological report is not only legally sound, but also clinically robust. His treatment planning draws from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and trauma-focused interventions tailored to each client’s needs and lived experiences.
As a passionate advocate for equitable access to mental health care, Ryan has led professional trainings, delivered keynote talks, and conducted community presentations on topics such as mental health stigma, trauma recovery, and the psychological impact of immigration. His advocacy is also present in every clinical interaction—empowering clients to find their voice and use their story in pursuit of justice, healing, and systemic change.
At R.E.B. Human Services, these areas of specialization inform every aspect of client care—from psychological evaluations for immigration and court to long-term clinical planning. Clients and legal professionals alike benefit from working with a clinician who not only understands the demands of the legal system, but also the human depth of every case.
Founded by licensed psychotherapist and educator Ryan E. Bates, R.E.B. Human Services stands at the critical crossroads of clinical excellence and immigrant justice. Our mission is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed psychological evaluations that support individuals facing the complex emotional and legal challenges of immigration.
We specialize in delivering high-quality, accessible assessments tailored for cases including Asylum, VAWA, U Visas, T Visas, and Extreme Hardship Waivers. We understand the urgency and importance of these evaluations, and we are dedicated to providing services that are not only thorough and clinically sound but also timely and affordable.
With a deep respect for both the human impact and legal stakes involved, R.E.B. Human Services empowers clients through ethically grounded, culturally responsive care because every story deserves to be heard, and every life deserves dignity.
At R.E.B. Human Services, our evaluation process is designed to be thorough, personalized, and legally sound. We begin with a comprehensive intake to understand each client’s unique background, cultural context, and legal needs. Our licensed clinicians use evidence-based, trauma-informed methods combined with culturally sensitive practices to gather detailed clinical information.
Each evaluation includes clinical interviews, standardized psychological assessments, and a careful review of relevant documentation to ensure accuracy and depth. We then synthesize this information into a clear, well-organized report that meets the highest standards for both therapeutic insight and legal credibility.
Our telehealth platform allows clients from anywhere in the United States to access our services securely and conveniently, removing barriers of distance and transportation. Throughout the process, we prioritize client comfort, confidentiality, and clear communication.
By choosing R.E.B. Human Services, you’re partnering with a dedicated team committed to producing evaluations that not only strengthen legal cases but also honor the client’s story with empathy and professionalism.
At R.E.B. Human Services, trust is not just earned it’s built through consistent excellence, clinical integrity, and unwavering dedication to every case we handle.
Attorneys rely on us because our psychological evaluations are thorough, legally sound, and tailored to the specific evidentiary needs of immigration and court proceedings. Our reports don’t just meet USCIS and legal standards they enhance legal strategies by offering credible, trauma-informed insights that are clearly articulated, evidence-based, and professionally formatted for use in high-stakes cases.
Clients trust us because we see more than a file we see a person. Under the leadership of Ryan E. Bates, M.Ed., LMHC, a licensed clinician with over 22 years of experience, we provide deeply personalized care rooted in cultural awareness, clinical precision, and compassion. Every evaluation is designed to reflect each client’s psychological experience with dignity and respect turning their story into powerful documentation that matters in legal settings.
We’re also proud to offer:
Nationwide Telehealth Access, ensuring evaluations are accessible, secure, and convenient
Fast Turnaround Times without compromising quality
Confidential, trauma-informed services that prioritize emotional safety
Direct collaboration with immigration attorneys to strengthen the overall legal approach
Whether you’re a legal professional seeking a trusted evaluation partner, or a client navigating the emotional weight of immigration or legal challenges, R.E.B. Human Services delivers more than documentation we deliver clarity, credibility, and compassion.
Let us help you move forward with strength and confidence
At R.E.B. Human Services, we provide specialized mental health services and comprehensive psychological evaluations tailored specifically for immigration cases. Our telehealth platform enables us to deliver these critical services safely and conveniently to clients anywhere across the United States.
We understand that immigration evaluations require not only clinical expertise but also strict adherence to legal and ethical standards. That’s why all telehealth visits are conducted using secure, HIPAA-compliant technology, ensuring your personal health information is protected with the highest level of privacy and confidentiality.
Our licensed clinicians are experienced in assessing a wide range of mental health conditions, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by immigrant populations. Whether you need an evaluation for asylum, VAWA, U Visa, T Visa, hardship waivers, or court-ordered assessments, we tailor every report to meet legal standards while honoring the individual’s story.
Choosing R.E.B. Human Services means accessing trusted mental health care and immigration evaluations that are both clinically rigorous and delivered with compassion—no matter where you are in the country.
