Independent Medical Opinions & Nexus Letters for Veterans

Veteran Nexus Mental Health Consulting provides Independent Medical Opinions (IMOs) and forensic Nexus Letters for Veterans seeking VA mental health disability benefits, including rating increases for existing service-connected mental health conditions.

All services are completed 100% online through secure telehealth, allowing Veterans to complete the process on their own schedule—from anywhere in the United States.

Serving Veterans in all 50 states.

Clear. Credible. Veteran-Focused.

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Independent Medical Opinions (IMOs)

Independent Medical Opinions provide objective, evidence-based mental health evaluations that Veterans may submit as medical evidence in support of their VA disability claims.

IMOs may be used to:

  • Support initial VA mental health claims

  • Support requests for increased mental health ratings

  • Clarify diagnoses, symptom severity, and functional impairment

Nexus Letters

Nexus Letters are forensic medical opinions written specifically to meet VA evidentiary standards.

Key points:

  • Written using VA-recognized legal and medical language

  • Prepared by a licensed mental health provider

  • VA claims are federal in nature, allowing forensic opinions without geographic restrictions related to provider licensure

  • Designed to clearly address whether a condition is at least as likely as not related to military service

Psychological Evaluation & Testing

Comprehensive psychological evaluations may include:

  • Clinical interviews

  • Psychological testing (when clinically indicated)

  • Diagnostic clarification

  • Functional impact assessment

Veterans receive completed documentation that may be submitted directly with their VA claim as medical evidence.

WHO THIS IS FOR

This Service Is For Veterans Who:

  • Are filing a VA mental health disability claim

  • Are seeking an increase in an existing VA mental health rating

  • Need an Independent Medical Opinion (IMO) or Nexus Letter

  • Want objective, defensible medical evidence

  • Prefer a secure, fully online telehealth process

What You Will NOT Find Here

To maintain clinical integrity and compliance, this practice does not offer:

  • Guaranteed VA outcomes, ratings, or approvals

  • Coaching on how to “win” a VA claim

  • Therapy, counseling, or medication management

  • Crisis or emergency mental health services

  • Claim filing, appeals, or legal representation

  • VA affiliation or endorsement

HOW IT WORKS

Simple. Transparent. Fully Online.

Step 1: Online Intake
Veterans complete secure intake forms and provide relevant records.

Step 2: Telehealth Evaluation
A virtual evaluation is completed through a secure telehealth platform.

Step 3: Clinical Review & Documentation
Records are reviewed, testing is completed if indicated, and forensic documentation is prepared.

Step 4: Final Documents Delivered
Veterans receive finalized medical opinions and/or nexus letters ready for VA submission.

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YOUR PROVIDER

Adam Pearson, MA, LPC, LCPC, LPHA, CMHC, QMHP

Adam Pearson is the sole provider at Veteran Nexus Mental Health Consulting and is an independently licensed mental health professional specializing in forensic psychological evaluations, Independent Medical Opinions (IMOs), and Nexus Letters for Veterans seeking VA mental health disability benefits.

His work is focused exclusively on providing objective, VA-appropriate medical evidence for federal disability claims, including both initial claims and rating increase requests.

All evaluations are conducted via secure telehealth, allowing Veterans nationwide to complete the process on their own schedule.

Licensure & Professional Credentials

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

  • Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA)

  • Certified Mental Health Counselor (CMHC)

  • Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Independently licensed in 7 states.

Education

  • Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
    APA-accredited program, Forest Institute of Psychology

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
    Liberty University

Forensic & Medical-Legal Training

Completed a two-year clinical internship under the supervision of a Psychiatrist who was also a licensed attorney, with specialized training in:

  • Medical-legal documentation

  • Forensic report writing

  • Federal disability standards

  • Objective record review and clinical reasoning

FAQs

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Are you affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)?

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No. Veteran Nexus Mental Health Consulting is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Do you guarantee VA benefits or rating increases?

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No. No outcomes are guaranteed. All VA decisions are made solely by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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What is a Nexus Letter?

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Is everything done online?

A Nexus Letter is a forensic medical opinion addressing whether a mental health condition is at least as likely as not related to military service.

What is an Independent Medical Opinion (IMO)?

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An Independent Medical Opinion is an objective, third-party medical evaluation used as evidence in support of a VA claim.

Is this considered therapy or treatment?

No. Services are evaluative and forensic only and do not include treatment or ongoing care.

Yes. All services are completed through secure telehealth.

Will you submit documents to the VA for me?

No. Veterans receive completed documentation and are responsible for submitting it to the VA or their representative.

Transparent, Flat-Rate Pricing

Veteran Nexus Mental Health Consulting provides services at a flat rate of $500 for the full evaluation process.

This includes:

  • Record review

  • Telehealth evaluation

  • Psychological testing when clinically indicated

  • Preparation of an Independent Medical Opinion and/or Nexus Letter

There are no hidden fees, add-ons, or tiered pricing structures.

Many providers offering similar forensic VA services charge significantly higher fees, often exceeding $1,000–$2,500 depending on documentation and testing. This practice intentionally maintains a transparent and accessible flat-rate model while preserving clinical independence and quality.

Payment & Consent Requirements

Before the online intake process begins, Veterans must:

  1. Review and sign the Consent to Treat and Evaluation Agreement
    This document outlines the scope of services, forensic nature of the evaluation, and limitations of care.

  2. Submit payment in full
    Payment is required prior to initiating the intake process, scheduling, or record review.

Once both steps are completed, Veterans will receive access to the secure online intake forms and scheduling instructions.

Important Payment Information

  • Payment covers the evaluation and documentation process only

  • Payment does not guarantee VA benefits, service connection, or rating outcomes

  • All VA determinations are made solely by the Department of Veterans Affairs

Take the Next Step With Clarity and Confidence

Complete consent and payment to begin the secure intake process.

Flat rate. Transparent process. Independent medical evidence.

Step 1: Consent for Services
Veterans must review and electronically sign the Consent to Treat before submitting payment.

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Step 2: Submit Payment
After completing the Consent to Treat, submit payment to proceed with the intake process.

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