Independent Psychological Evaluations for Security Guards, Military Waivers, and VA Disability in New Mexico & Texas.
Independent Assessments for: Level 3 Security Guard applicants, MEPS Waivers, and VA Disability second opinions and Nexus letters.
Video Visit for residents of New Mexico and Texas.
Offered By Dr. Elaine Foster, Lieutenant Colonel, USAF (retired).
Level 3 Security Guard
State-required psychological evaluations for Level 3 armed security guard applicants throughout New Mexico and Texas, ensuring full compliance with state licensing and regulatory standards.
MEPS (Military) Psych Waiver
Psychological evaluation for military enlistment waiver request based on a history of psychiatric events serving serving applicants processed through Albuquerque or El Paso MEPS.
VA Disability Claims & Independent Medical Opinions
Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations
Psychological evaluations for federal, state, or contractor personnel to determine psychological suitability for sensitive duties. Extensive experience with military installations including Holloman and Kirtland AFB, informed by a full career in Air Force psychology.
Filing a VA disability claim for a mental condition tied to your military service? A strong claim starts with strong documentation—built with a psychological assessment, a diagnosis-specific DBQ, and an independent medical opinion (IMO) or nexus letter that clearly connects your current symptoms to your time in service — available by telehealth throughout New Mexico and Texas.
Specialty Certifications & Licensure
About My Practice
“My work is always guided by two principles: do the right thing and do it with care.”
I have spent most of my professional life helping people when decisions have to be made and the paperwork matters.
During my 25 years as a U.S. Air Force psychologist, I performed evaluations for serious career, legal and medical decisions including security clearance evaluations, medical/sanity boards, and thousands of psychological reports. After leaving the Air Force, I did contract work conducting disability evaluations for the state of New Mexico and the Veterans Administration. I learned that a Good Evaluation is not just a formality. It can affect a person’s future, their benefits, their work, peace of mind and relationships.
That is why I care so much about getting the details right.
Today, I bring my 30+ years of experience to veterans, security professionals, and others who need clear, thoughtful psychological evaluations. Whether you are working through a VA disability claim, immigration case, or applying for a Level III Security Guard credential, I know how important it is to feel that someone is listening.
My goal is to bring both parts of myself to this work: the experienced clinician who knows how to evaluate carefully, and the human being who understands that behind every form, diagnosis, or decision, there is a real person trying to find a way forward.
Insurance-Free for Total Privacy
I operate as a direct-pay practice and do not accept insurance. This allows me to keep the evaluation process focused, private, and tailored to the specific question being asked. I can provide superbills when appropriate.
Let's Start with a Conversation
I offer a brief phone conversation for residents of New Mexico and Texas. This is a dedicated time, for you to ask questions, and for us to determine whether working together feels like the right fit.
* I am licensed to serve clients in New Mexico and Texas.