Surrogacy and Donor Psychological Evaluations in California

Virtual and in-person support for surrogacy, donor conception, and fertility counseling across California

We provide psychological evaluations for gestational carriers, egg and sperm donors, and intended parents throughout California. California is the leading surrogacy state in the country, with gestational surrogacy governed by California Family Code §§ 7960-7962. The law provides pre-birth parentage orders for all family structures regardless of marital status, sexual orientation, or genetic connection to the child. California courts have protected the parental rights of intended parents in surrogacy arrangements for over 30 years, making it the most established and legally predictable surrogacy jurisdiction in the U.S. Psychological screening is a standard requirement before a gestational carrier agreement is finalized. Our practice is based in Studio City and provides evaluations both virtually and in person, following ASRM guidelines. Reports are accepted by fertility clinics, surrogacy agencies, and reproductive attorneys throughout California. We also offer fertility counseling for individuals and couples navigating IVF, donor conception, and reproductive decision-making in California.

Psychological Evaluations for California Surrogacy and Donor Programs

  • Psychological evaluations for egg, sperm, and embryo donors

  • Intended parent consultations for California clinics and agencies

  • Gestational carrier evaluations and partner interviews

  • Joint sessions for surrogates, donors, and intended parents

  • Reports aligned with ASRM and clinic specific guidelines commonly required in California

Who This Is For

  • Gestational carriers in California completing required psychological evaluations before a surrogacy agreement is finalized

  • Intended parents in California pursuing surrogacy or donor conception through an agency, clinic, or independent arrangement

  • Egg, sperm, and embryo donors undergoing psychological screening for an upcoming cycle

  • Individuals and couples in California seeking fertility counseling during IVF, surrogacy, or donor conception

A Therapist Who Understands Fertility in California

We provide psychological evaluations and fertility counseling from our Studio City office and via secure telehealth throughout California. As active members of ASRM, SEEDS, and PSI, we work directly with fertility clinics, surrogacy agencies, and reproductive attorneys across the state. Our team has extensive experience with California's surrogacy framework and the specific requirements of clinics and programs operating here. Our evaluations are structured, collaborative, and designed to meet the needs of both patients and the clinics coordinating their care.

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Fertility counseling and ASRM-aligned psychological evaluations for surrogacy and donor conception. In-person sessions available in Studio City. Virtual sessions available statewide.

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Serving Los Angeles, Studio City, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Burbank, Glendale, Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, and communities throughout California with fertility counseling and psychological evaluations.

Frequently Asked Questions About Surrogacy Evaluations in California

IIs a psychological evaluation required for surrogacy in California?

Yes. Psychological evaluations are a standard requirement in California surrogacy arrangements. California Family Code §§ 7960-7962 governs gestational carrier agreements, and completing psychological and medical screenings is part of the process before an agreement is finalized. Virtually all fertility clinics and surrogacy agencies in California require ASRM-aligned evaluations before clearing a match to proceed with medical treatment.

Do intended parents in California need a psychological consultation?

Many clinics and agencies require intended parent consultations as part of the surrogacy or donor conception process. These sessions cover emotional readiness, expectations for the carrier relationship, communication preferences, and decision-making around topics like disclosure and embryo disposition. California's legal framework supports all family structures, and consultations help intended parents prepare for the specific considerations of their path.

Can I complete my surrogacy or donor evaluation in person in California?

Yes. Unlike most of our state-specific services, we offer both in-person and virtual evaluations in California. Our office is located in Studio City in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. Virtual sessions are also available for clients anywhere in California who prefer telehealth or are located outside the Los Angeles area.

How does California's surrogacy legal framework affect the evaluation process?

California has the most established surrogacy legal framework in the country. Pre-birth parentage orders are standard, meaning intended parents are recognized as legal parents before birth without requiring adoption. Because the legal process is well established, clinics and agencies in California tend to have clear, consistent requirements for psychological evaluations, which allows for efficient scheduling and fast report turnaround.

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Reach out to discuss surrogacy evaluations, donor assessments, or fertility counseling. In-person and virtual sessions available statewide.

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Specialized therapy for individuals and couples navigating infertility, IVF, and third-party reproduction. Based in Studio City and licensed in AZ, CA, CO, HI, NV, OR, TX, FL, MN, MI, NJ & NY—offering both virtual and in-person care.

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