Washington Surrogacy & Donor Psychological Evaluations
ASRM-aligned psychological evaluations for gestational carriers (surrogates), egg, sperm, and embryo donors, and intended parents, including the mental health consultations Washington law requires.
Evaluations and consultations in Washington
Surrogacy agencies, fertility clinics, and attorneys can refer a Washington candidate directly. About our surrogacy and donor evaluations
Gestational Carrier Psychological Evaluations
Meets the mental health consultation Washington law requires for carriers, with PAI and a partner interview. What the evaluation covers
Book an EvaluationDonor Psychological Evaluations
Egg, sperm, and embryo donors in Washington, directed (identified) and nonidentified. Egg donor · Sperm donor
Book an EvaluationIntended Parent Consultations
Meets Washington's mental health consultation requirement for each intended parent. What to expect
Book an IP ConsultationJoint Sessions
Carrier and intended parents together, or recipients with a directed (identified) donor, before contracts are signed.
Book a Joint SessionWashington's surrogacy law
Washington has permitted compensated surrogacy since January 1, 2019, under its Uniform Parentage Act. The law requires a mental health consultation by a licensed mental health professional for the carrier and for each intended parent. Our licensed psychologists complete these consultations by telehealth through PsyPact.
How it works
Book or get referred
Book directly, or your agency or clinic sends a referral.
Complete intake, then meet
Intake forms are due before the session. The secure video link follows.
Report and consultation documentation
Your report goes to your clinic, agency, or attorney, with your consent.
Becoming a surrogate in Washington
Under Washington law, you must be at least 21, have given birth before, complete a medical evaluation and a mental health consultation, and have your own attorney. A carrier can enter no more than two surrogacy agreements. What the evaluation covers
One clinical team, one standard
What Washington law requires for gestational surrogacy
Washington permits compensated surrogacy under its Uniform Parentage Act (RCW 26.26A), effective January 1, 2019.
This is a summary for general information, not legal advice. Your reproductive attorney confirms how these requirements apply to your agreement.
Washington surrogacy evaluation FAQs
Is compensated surrogacy legal in Washington?
Yes. Since January 1, 2019, Washington law permits compensated surrogacy and sets requirements for carriers and intended parents.
Is a psychological evaluation required for surrogacy in Washington?
Washington law requires a mental health consultation by a licensed mental health professional for the gestational carrier and for each intended parent.
Do intended parents in Washington need a mental health consultation?
Yes. Each intended parent completes one. Our intended parent consultation meets this requirement.
Can I complete my evaluation virtually in Washington?
Yes, by secure telehealth anywhere in Washington. Our licensed psychologists practice in Washington through PsyPact.
Do egg donors in Washington need a psychological evaluation?
Egg donor agencies and fertility clinics typically require one before a donor is matched, following ASRM guidance.
For agencies, clinics, and attorneys
Agencies and clinics anywhere in the U.S. can refer Washington carriers, donors, and intended parents. Reports go to your case manager, clinic, or attorney with consent. Agency & Clinic Services
Schedule a psychological evaluation in Washington
Agencies and clinics: refer a candidate or set up a partnership for your Washington cases.