An independent medical opinion can CHANGE YOUR LIFE.
It Starts with a Nexus Letter
Navigating the VA Disability claims process can be challenging, especially when it comes to securing necessary medical documentation. Monarch can help you overcome these obstacles by providing an independent medical opinion and expert nexus letter preparation, to ensure a fair chance at receiving deserved benefits.
Veteran's Mental Health Services at Monarch
Monarch can help you strengthen your VA Disability claim with an independent medical opinion.
Accessing the disability benefits you deserve is no easy thing. The VA Disability system is designed with complexities and requirements that can make it confusing and disheartening to navigate. One of the things that consistently causes Veteran's to be disqualified is the absence of an independent medical opinion and a Nexus letter. The VA requires these to prove a direct connection between your disability and your time of service. That's where Monarch comes in. Let's explore more how we can help you uncover the direct evidence of a service-related disability.
The Power of a Nexus Letter
At Monarch Counseling, we're dedicated to ensuring you, our veterans, have a fair opportunity to receive the VA disability benefits you deserve. A key element in strengthening your disability claim is an Independent Medical Opinion (IMO), often called a nexus letter. When written by a qualified medical professional who understands VA requirements, this document can play a crucial role in securing a favorable outcome for you.
One of the biggest challenges in the VA disability process is proving service connection. Many claims are denied due to a lack of sufficient evidence linking your current condition to your military service. Establishing this connection is essential for you to receive benefits, making it critical for you to gather strong supporting documentation. A well-prepared nexus letter from a knowledgeable medical provider can serve as key evidence, reinforcing your claim and addressing any previous unfavorable determinations.
You Need Compelling Evidence to Qualify for Disability
You deserve to be heard. Let us help you find the evidence you need to prove your claim.
In order to be considered for VA Disability, you must take an active role in gathering strong supporting evidence for your claims. You also must be able to prove a connection between your disability and your military service. Monarch Counseling helps veterans with a comprehensive review of records and Mental Health Assessment to establish a supportive Nexus letter based on VA requirements, ensuring you have a fair chance in the claims process.
How Monarch Does an Independent Medical Evaluation
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Step One: Request an Appointment
Request a mental health assessment appointment here.
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Step Two: Informed Consent & Payment
You will receive an email from Monarch with paperwork to complete. Complete and sign our informed consent form and make a payment. (This should come to your email)
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Step Three: Required Documentation
Your provider will send you documentation to complete. Gather all your required information and submit your documents through the client portal prior to your scheduled assessment
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Step Four: Online Assessment
Your provider will meet with you online to go over your paperwork, and administer your mental health assessment.
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Step Five: Provider Review
Your provider will handle the rest, reviewing your documents and prepare a comprehensive nexus letter for you.
Veteran's Disability Compensation Table
Curious how much you may be entitled to? When you are approved for VA Disability, you will be given a disability rating which determines how much disability compensation you qualify for each month. This amount can vary greatly based on how disabled you are, and your dependent status. This is a sneak peak at the 2025 Veterans Disability Monthly Compensation Table without dependents. Monarch helps veterans with an independent medical evaluation and a nexus letter which is essential for obtaining the maximum compensation you are entitled to.
Where there is hope
there is life...
The Monarch Approach to Veteran's Mental Health
How we LIVE our values through every interaction
At Monarch Counseling, we are committed to supporting Veterans on their journey to mental wellness. As a military family, we understand firsthand the unique challenges that come with service—the sacrifices, the unseen wounds, and the overwhelming process of navigating the VA disability system. Too often, Veterans struggle to receive the recognition and care they deserve. That’s why we offer Independent Medical Opinions and Nexus Letters, providing thorough, evidence-based evaluations to help Veterans secure their rightful benefits. Your service matters, your struggles are real, and we are here to advocate for you every step of the way.
Leading with Compassion, Kindness & Respect
We lead with kindness, compassion, and unwavering respect—not just for your service, but for who you are beyond the uniform. Your worth isn’t defined by what you’ve done, but by who you are, and we honor that in every step of your journey.
Inspiring Hope Through Advocacy and Support
We aim to inspire hope by standing beside you in the fight for the benefits you deserve. Through IMOs and Nexus Letters, we help you build a strong case for your VA disability claim, to help you receive the care and support you need.
Valuing and Honoring Your Service and Sacrifice
We honor value you as an individual, recognizing the sacrifices you’ve made in service to our country. We want to give you the best possible chance at securing VA disability approval, so you can receive the benefits and recognition you have earned.
Empathizing With Your Journey and Your Experience
We understand the challenges of military service and the struggles of navigating the VA disability system. Your pain is real, your journey matters, and we are here to help you be heard, acknowledged, and supported every step of the way.