I don't know what it takes to lose your license is AZ, but if the requirements to remain in good status are indicative of this provider, then the State of AZ reeds to reconsider its restrictions. The behavior that I witnessed was nothing short of heartbreaking, and sadly it included the most vulnerable and innocent of our society. Did you know that you can request a change in evaluator through your judge by filing a motion? If you see any of the abuse going on that others have expressed here, then fight hard for someone that's a better fit.

Submitted June 17, 2022

Google Dr Mellens reviews, along with Arizona AFCC Do no harm and find all the answers you need about this quack, child abusing “forensic psychologist”. Google her name along with Dr. Sadeah, her office partner and you will come across a Federal lawsuit filed which clearly tells a very clear story of her unethical behavior and her being removed for withholding information to a Judge. Dr Mellen should have her license removed. Mellen is a danger to your children; especially if there is domestic violence or child abuse involved. These statements are true and there’s plenty of evidence to back this up. Dr Mellen is a danger to society and your children are in grave danger if she is assigned to your case.

Submitted April 13, 2022

I don’t believe she has the skills to handle parent alienation cases. She was aware of what was going on but mishandled the case. The parent alienating is also listed on the court roster.

Submitted Jan. 18, 2020

This woman is completely incompetent and horrible unorganized. We saw her for almost a year and each visit with her was spent watching her fumble through papers trying to figure out who I was. She has obvious insecurity issues and spent more time focused on my purses each visit than the well being of my child, whom she only met with once. Her testing methods are archaic and 90% of her report will be based on the “test results “ and initial paperwork filled out, rather than actual therapeutic findings and/or facts of any kind. She loses paperwork and continouclaims it was “never received “. The idea that this person has an effect on people’s children and their well being is nothing short of horrific, and if you have a choice RUN in another direction.

Submitted Feb. 12, 2019

This woman is a loony perp who will gladly sway your results and over charge you by 10000 dollars hoes this ones all yours

Submitted Sept. 17, 2018

Dr. Mellen KNOWS what she is doing. When you meet with her, she s friendly and professional. Her experience and insight with the Family Court is everything I needed to help me through this devastating time. If any body has been married to a Narcissistic Sociopath, then you know how fearful this time can be. Dr. Carol can help you reorganize your thoughts and help you stay focused. She can bring out the person you know you are inside and give you a fighting chance. I am so thankful.

Submitted May 21, 2017

I had to do a Court ordered evaluation and Dr. Mellen was assigned. I went to her office and I was greeted by her assistant Lisa. I was nervous and was asking Lisa about Dr. Mellen and what I should expect and what was going to happen in the process. She was very sincere and comforting and told me to just relax and let the process work, that Dr. Mellen knows what she is doing. She warned me that I may get frustrated at times but to be prepared and to just be open and honest about everything. That was the best advice because Dr. Mellen understood what I was trying to say all along through this horrible court process and thankfully, because of her evaluation, I have my child back. I can never say thank you enough to this woman and her assistant.

Submitted May 19, 2017

I must admit, it was pretty scary being court ordered to allow a psychologist judge your parenting. I called and grilled Dr. Mellon's assistant with questions, concerned about putting the future visitation with my daughter in a strangers hands. My first meeting with Dr. Mellen was frustrating as I was eager to pour my heart and pain in to the session and she spent over an hour explaining the process. I thought.......this lady is wasting my money! By the end of the session I felt comforted with both her process and experience. It was a long and expensive process, but I felt Dr, Mellen was fair and kept our child's welfare as her first priority. My attorney warned me that going through this process may leave both parties unhappy, especially if one party doesn't get their way. Not every dirty secret or vent session about my ex was considered or included in the report, but her job was not to muddle through every story and determine the truth. Her knowledge and experience was undeniable and she was great with our child on all three visits. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone I know.

Submitted May 18, 2017

She is only in it for the money. Did not listen to my children. Filing formal complaint...over $20,000.00!!!

Submitted Sept. 9, 2016

Unbelievable ----- First of all, she does not know who she even talked to.....called one person a 'she' when it was a 'he'; money-hungry. RUN if you get assigned to her by a court. I have seen through the years reports on her and looking like things did not change - that she was intent ONLY on the money. Here's how it should be: Interview dad, interview mom, interview kids, interview collatterral, write up report - DONE. So how does this take ALMOST 2 years? The amount of money me and my new spouse paid to her should at least buy a TOP SPOT in line. As my wife said, I hope she enjoyed decorating that new Scottsdale office with MY money. Son's comments were backwards and not valid. RUN!

Submitted June 25, 2016