Our Team

  • Robert DiCarlo, PhD

    Licensed Psychologist, Clinical Director

    Dr. Robert DiCarlo received his doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Northern Arizona University and completed over 4,000 hours of pre- and post-doctoral training in forensic psychology. Dr. DiCarlo’s foundational background as a therapist informs a compassionate and fair approach to his specialized training in family court work. He has over a decade of experience working both within the public and private behavioral health sectors with individuals with serious mental illness, dual-diagnosis, substance use disorders, and personality disorders. Dr. DiCarlo is the past president and current vice president if the Arizona Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC).

  • Kelli Benavides

    Forensic Case Manager

    Kelli Benavides joined Dr. DiCarlo in 2019. She has over 20 years of experience in the mental healthcare field. Throughout her career, Ms. Benavides has worked in various mental healthcare settings such as Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Residential Treatment Centers, psychiatric hospital inpatient care, community outpatient care, and a residential treatment center for emotionally and behaviorally at-risk adolescent girls. Ms. Benavides is passionate about helping individuals and families thrive and reach their full potential in life.  

  • Savanna Jones, MS

    Forensic Assistant

    Savanna Jones joined Dr. DiCarlo in 2021. She received her master’s in forensic psychology from Arizona State University. Her professional experience includes work in the field of private investigations and an internship with a law enforcement agency. Ms. Jones has a passion for the psycholegal field and is dedicated to helping others work toward their desired outcome.  

  • Dr. DiCarlo's Curriculum Vitae

    To review Dr. DiCarlo’s qualifications for testimony or other services, please feel free to download his regularly updated CV.