Psychological Evaluations & Support for Surrogacy and Donor Conception

Gestational Carrier and Surrogate Psychological Evaluations

ASRM-aligned psychological evaluations for gestational carriers.

Evaluation Components

Clinical Interview
Comprehensive psychosocial and reproductive assessment. Partner interview when applicable.

PAI Personality Testing
Standardized assessment evaluating emotional stability and psychological risk factors.

Detailed Written Report
Clear, agency-ready documentation aligned with ASRM guidelines.

Gamete (Egg & Sperm) Donor Psychological Evaluation

A psychological evaluation helps ensure you feel informed, prepared, and emotionally ready for donation. It is a standard part of the screening process required by fertility clinics and agencies..

What the Donor Evaluation Includes

Clinical Interview
We talk through your background, mental health history, family history, and your reasons for becoming a donor.

Psychoeducation Session
We review important topics such as future contact possibilities, identity disclosure, and the long-term emotional considerations of donation.

PAI Personality Assessment
A standardized assessment that evaluates emotional stability and psychological risk factors.

Written Summary Report
A professional report provided to your clinic or agency confirming your readiness.

Intended Parents Consultations (Gestational Carrier/Surrogate)

Building your family through a gestational carrier involves emotional, ethical, and relational complexity.
Learn more about the emotional journey of surrogacy.

Common topics include:

• Choosing between independent vs agency

• Setting expectations for the relationship with your gestational carrier

• Embryo transfer plans and medical decision-making

• Emotional expectations throughout the process

• Disclosure and communication planning

• Legal and ethical considerations, including agency requirements

Recipient Parents Consultations (Donor Conception)

Joint Sessions for Gestational Carriers & Intended Parents

Pre-transfer meetings are often required by agencies and clinics and help ensure alignment before moving forward.
Learn more about building a healthy surrogate and intended parent relationship.

What We Cover:

• Communication style and frequency

• Relationship boundaries and personal space

• Decision-making and medical preferences

• Emotional readiness and shared values

Beyond the Evaluation

Ongoing Support for Gestational Carriers

• Emotional adjustment during pregnancy

• Postpartum recovery and identity shifts

• Medical uncertainty and changing expectations

• Communication and boundary management with intended parents

• Balancing family and work responsibilities

Learn more about Gestational Carrier Wellness Support.

Ongoing Support for Intended Parents

• Anxiety during transfer cycles

• Pregnancy loss or failed transfers

• Differences in coping between partners

• Emotional strain of not carrying the pregnancy

• Communication challenges within the surrogacy relationship

• Transition into parenthood

Explore Intended Parent Wellness Support.

Support for Conflict & Match Challenges

When misunderstandings arise, we provide neutral support to repair trust, clarify communication, and preserve match viability before issues escalate.

Therapy for Those Still Deciding
Not everyone arrives at surrogacy or donor conception ready. Some are grieving, unsure, or weighing next steps. Therapy offers space to think, feel, and decide without pressure.
Learn more about the infertility rollercoaster and navigating grief.

Learn more about Infertility & IVF Counseling.