Veteran Disability Evaluation Services in Greenville, Simpsonville & Spartanburg, SC

Independent, evidence-based psychological evaluations for veterans pursuing VA disability claims and appeals — serving Greenville, Simpsonville, Spartanburg, and the entire Upstate of South Carolina, with services available statewide across SC. Below are our four service options.

Records Review Consultation — $250

Not every veteran needs a Nexus Letter or a Comprehensive Independent Medical Examination (IME). A Records Review Consultation provides a professional review of your VA claim to help determine what evidence may strengthen your case before investing in a more comprehensive evaluation.

Includes:

  • Review of available VA Rating Decision(s)

  • Review of Compensation & Pension (C&P) Examination(s)

  • Review of relevant military and medical records

  • Identification of strengths and weaknesses within your claim

  • Professional recommendations regarding whether a Nexus Letter, Comprehensive IME, additional medical evidence, or another course of action may be most appropriate

  • 30-minute consultation to discuss findings and recommendations

    Best for veterans who:

  • Are unsure what evidence they need

  • Have received a VA denial

  • Want professional guidance before purchasing additional evaluation services

  • Want to determine whether a Nexus Letter or IME is appropriate for their case

    Nexus Letter — $599

    A Nexus Letter is an independent medical opinion (not an IME- see below) that addresses whether a veteran’s mental health condition is at least as likely as not (50% probability or greater) related to military service or to another service-connected disability. Our opinions are evidence-based, individualized, and supported by a thorough review of the available records, current scientific literature when appropriate, and a comprehensive clinical interview.

    This evaluation includes:

  • Review of relevant military, VA, and civilian medical records

  • 60–90 minute clinical interview

  • Mental Status Examination

  • Standardized symptom measures as clinically appropriate, including PHQ-9 (Depression), GAD-7 (Anxiety), and PCL-5 (PTSD Checklist for DSM-5)

  • Independent Medical Opinion utilizing the VA’s “At Least As Likely As Not” legal standard

  • Detailed written Nexus Letter with supporting clinical rationale

    Best for veterans who:

  • Need to establish service connection

  • Are filing a new VA disability claim

  • Have been denied because of insufficient medical evidence linking their condition to service

    Comprehensive Independent Medical Examination (IME) — Starting at $1,995

    An Independent Medical Examination (IME) is a comprehensive forensic psychological evaluation designed for veterans pursuing VA disability claims, appeals, or challenging unfavorable Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations. Unlike a Nexus Letter alone, an IME provides an in-depth evaluation of diagnosis, symptom severity, functional impairment, and the relationship between your condition and military service.

    Your IME may include:

  • Comprehensive Record Review — including Military Service Records, VA Medical Records, Civilian Medical Records, Prior C&P Examinations, Rating Decisions, and Supporting Documentation.

  • Clinical Evaluation — including a 2–3 hour clinical interview, Mental Status Examination, DSM-5 diagnostic assessment, and occupational and social functioning assessment.

  • Standardized Assessment Measures — when clinically indicated, may include PHQ-9 (Depression), GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety), PCL-5 (PTSD Checklist for DSM-5), CAPS-5 (Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5), MCMI-IV (Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory-IV), and additional psychological testing as clinically indicated.

  • Comprehensive Documentation — a detailed forensic psychological report, an Independent Medical Opinion (Nexus) when appropriate, a VA Mental Disorders Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) when clinically appropriate, and evidence-based rationale supporting all diagnostic and forensic opinions.

    Best for veterans who:

  • Have been denied VA disability benefits

  • Received an unfavorable C&P examination

  • Are appealing a VA decision

  • Have complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, TBI-related psychological symptoms, or multiple mental health diagnoses

  • Need a comprehensive independent evaluation supported by objective assessment data

    Expert Witness & Litigation Consultation — $450/hour (4-hour minimum)

    Expert psychological consultation and testimony for attorneys and veterans involved in disability appeals or related legal proceedings.

    Services include:

  • Case consultation

  • Record review

  • Depositions

  • Court testimony

  • Expert opinions regarding psychological diagnoses, disability, functional impairment, and forensic psychological findings

    Serving Veterans Across Upstate South Carolina

    We provide VA disability evaluations, Nexus Letters, Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs), records reviews, and expert witness services for veterans in Greenville, Simpsonville, Spartanburg, Greer, Easley, Anderson, Boiling Springs, Mauldin, and throughout the Upstate of South Carolina. Evaluations are available in person and, when appropriate, by secure telehealth for veterans statewide across SC. Whether you are filing a new VA disability claim, responding to a denial or unfavorable C&P exam, or preparing a Higher-Level Review, Supplemental Claim, or Board of Veterans’ Appeals case, we are here to help.

    Ready to Get Started?

    Contact us today to schedule a consultation or evaluation.

    Phone: (864) 400-1469

    Email: yourkindofhappy@pm.me

Veteran saluting in uniform - VA Nexus Letter services for veterans in Spartanburg and Greenville, SC

VA Nexus Letters for Veterans in Spartanburg, Greenville & the Upstate of South Carolina

If you served in the military and are now dealing with PTSD, a traumatic brain injury, depression, anxiety, or ADHD, a Nexus Letter may be the missing piece in your VA disability claim. I provide independent clinical evaluations and Nexus Letters for veterans and their families throughout Spartanburg, Greenville, Anderson, and the greater Upstate of South Carolina.

Call (864) 400-1469 or email yourkindofhappy@pm.me to schedule your Nexus Letter evaluation.

What Is a Nexus Letter?

A Nexus Letter is a written opinion from a qualified clinician that addresses whether a current medical or mental health condition is “at least as likely as not” connected to events, injuries, or exposures that occurred during military service. The VA often requires this kind of medical nexus opinion to establish service connection, especially for conditions like PTSD, TBI, depression, anxiety, and ADHD-related symptoms that surface or worsen after discharge. A well-documented, clinically sound Nexus Letter gives your VA claim the evidentiary support it needs.

How a Nexus Letter Can Help Your VA Claim

Many veterans have their claims delayed or denied simply because the VA does not have a clear, clinician-documented link between their diagnosis and their time in service. A thorough Nexus Letter can strengthen your claim by clearly documenting your current symptoms, referencing your service history and any in-service stressors or injuries, and offering a reasoned clinical opinion on the likelihood of a service connection. This is often the deciding factor in claims for PTSD, TBI, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and other conditions tied to military service.

The Nexus Letter Evaluation Process

Every Nexus Letter I prepare is grounded in a comprehensive clinical evaluation, not a brief phone call or a form letter. My evaluation includes:

  • A 60–90 minute Statement of Origin (SOF) clinical interview and diagnostic evaluation

  • A clinical personality assessment, the Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory-IV (MCMI-IV)

  • The Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5)

Following your evaluation, you receive a complete, individualized Nexus Letter that documents your diagnoses, summarizes the clinical findings from your assessments, and provides a clear, professional opinion on the likelihood that your current symptoms are connected to your period of military service.

Nexus Letter Rate

The complete Nexus Letter service, including the SOF clinical interview, MCMI-IV, CAPS-5 assessment, and your final written Nexus Letter, is $599.00 total. There are no hidden fees or add-on charges.

Ongoing Care: Neurofeedback for Trauma, PTSD & ADHD

In addition to Nexus Letter evaluations, I am a community care provider offering neurofeedback therapy to veterans and community members throughout the Upstate. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive, evidence-informed approach that helps retrain the brain’s self-regulation patterns and is often used alongside traditional treatment for trauma, PTSD, and ADHD. If you are already service-connected or are working through the effects of your service, neurofeedback can be part of your long-term care plan.

Serving Veterans Across Upstate South Carolina

I’m proud to provide VA Nexus Letter evaluations and mental health services to veterans in Spartanburg, Greenville, Boiling Springs, Duncan, Moore, Wellford, Simpsonville, Greer, Easley, and Anderson, as well as throughout the broader Upstate of South Carolina. Evaluations are available in-person and, when appropriate, by secure telehealth for veterans across the region.

Ready to Get Started?

Don’t let a missing Nexus Letter hold up your VA disability claim. Reach out today to schedule your evaluation.

Phone: (864) 400-1469

Email: yourkindofhappy@pm.me