Arizona Surrogacy & Donor Psychological Evaluations
ASRM-aligned evaluations and consultations for gestational carriers, donors, and intended parents across Arizona.
Rachel Goldberg Therapy provides ASRM-aligned psychological evaluations and consultations for gestational carriers (surrogates), egg and sperm donors, embryo donation, and intended parents throughout Arizona. Evaluations are completed by a licensed clinical team, including Rachel Goldberg, LMFT, who is licensed in Arizona, and are delivered by secure telehealth statewide. Reports are agency-ready and aligned with ASRM guidelines.
Surrogacy and Donor Evaluations in Arizona
Arizona has a more complex legal landscape than most states. Arizona Revised Statute 25-218 makes surrogacy contracts unenforceable in the state. Despite that, gestational surrogacy continues to be practiced in Arizona: following the 1994 Arizona Court of Appeals decision in Soos v. Superior Court, intended parents routinely petition the court for parentage orders, and Arizona courts grant them. The path requires careful legal planning and an experienced Arizona reproductive attorney.
For our work, the role of the evaluation does not change. Arizona clinics and agencies continue to require psychological screening of the gestational carrier, often her partner, and intended parents are commonly asked to complete a consultation. A clear, qualified evaluation is part of what makes the rest of the process move smoothly.
This page describes the psychological evaluation process. Arizona's legal pathway, including parentage orders, is determined by your reproductive attorney and the court, not by this office.
What the Evaluation Includes
Clinical Interview A comprehensive psychosocial and reproductive history, including motivation and support systems. Partner interview when applicable.
PAI Personality Testing A standardized assessment of emotional stability and psychological risk factors.
Written Report A clear, agency-ready report aligned with ASRM guidelines, provided to your clinic, agency, or attorney with consent.
Who We Work With in Arizona
Gestational carriers and their partners completing required evaluations
Egg, sperm, and embryo donors in directed (identified) and nonidentified arrangements
Intended parents and recipient parents preparing to match
Arizona fertility clinics, surrogacy agencies, and reproductive attorneys coordinating care
Frequently Asked Questions
Is surrogacy legal in Arizona? Gestational surrogacy is practiced in Arizona, but the legal framework is more complex than in many states. Arizona's statute makes surrogacy contracts unenforceable, while courts routinely grant parentage orders to intended parents through a separate court process. Working with an experienced Arizona reproductive attorney is essential.
Do gestational carriers in Arizona need a psychological evaluation? Yes. Arizona clinics and agencies require a psychological evaluation of the carrier, and usually her partner, before a match proceeds. The evaluation is a standard part of screening regardless of the legal pathway used.
Are evaluations done in person or virtually? Virtually. All evaluations and consultations are completed by secure telehealth and are available anywhere in Arizona, including Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and Scottsdale.
A Licensed Team That Understands Arizona Family-Building
We are a team of licensed clinicians at Rachel Goldberg Therapy, led by Rachel Goldberg, LMFT, who is licensed in Arizona and certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). We are active members of ASRM, SEEDS, and PSI, and we regularly partner with fertility clinics, agencies, and reproductive attorneys serving Arizona. Our evaluations are structured, collaborative, and built to meet the requirements of both patients and the programs coordinating their care.
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We offer fast scheduling for required evaluations and flexible ongoing support.
Offering psychological evaluations and fertility counseling across Arizona.
Supporting clients in Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Scottsdale, Chandler,
Maricopa County, Pima County, and beyond.
Need a Psychological Evaluation or Fertility Counseling in Arizona?
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