Florida Surrogacy & Donor Psychological Evaluations

ASRM-aligned evaluations and consultations for gestational carriers, donors, and intended parents across Florida.

Rachel Goldberg Therapy provides ASRM-aligned psychological evaluations and consultations for gestational carriers (surrogates), egg and sperm donors, embryo donation, and intended parents throughout Florida. Evaluations are completed by a licensed clinical team, including Rachel Goldberg, LMFT, who is licensed in Florida, and are delivered by secure telehealth statewide. Reports are agency-ready and aligned with ASRM guidelines.

Surrogacy and Donor Evaluations in Florida

Florida is a surrogacy-friendly state with a clear statute, and it has specific requirements worth understanding early. Gestational surrogacy is authorized under Florida Statutes section 742.15, which makes a contract enforceable only when the commissioning couple is legally married and a physician documents a medical need, meaning the commissioning mother cannot safely carry a pregnancy to term or doing so would pose a risk to her or the fetus. Intended parents who do not meet those criteria, including single and unmarried parents, can still pursue surrogacy in Florida through the preplanned adoption process under section 63.213.

Whichever pathway applies, Florida clinics and agencies typically require a psychological evaluation of the gestational carrier, and often her partner, as part of screening, and intended parents are commonly asked to complete a consultation. Because Florida's requirements are specific, getting alignment and emotional readiness clear early keeps the process moving without surprises.

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 Florida

  • 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

  • Florida fertility clinics, surrogacy agencies, and reproductive attorneys coordinating care

Frequently Asked Questions

Do gestational carriers in Florida need a psychological evaluation? Yes. Florida clinics and agencies almost always require a psychological evaluation of the gestational carrier, and usually her partner, before a match proceeds. It is a standard part of screening and is separate from therapy.

Are evaluations done in person or virtually? Virtually. All evaluations and consultations are completed by secure telehealth and are available anywhere in Florida, including Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Fort Lauderdale.

I am single or unmarried. Can I still get a Florida surrogacy or donor evaluation? Yes. We provide evaluations and consultations regardless of which legal pathway you are using. The psychological evaluation is part of clinic and agency screening either way. Your specific legal route is something you determine with your reproductive attorney.

A Licensed Team That Understands Florida Family-Building (bio/credibility section)

We are a team of licensed clinicians at Rachel Goldberg Therapy, led by Rachel Goldberg, LMFT, who is licensed in Florida 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 across Florida. Our evaluations are structured, collaborative, and built to meet the requirements of both patients and the programs coordinating their care.

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