At Reunify Alaska, Melissa provides thorough and impartial court-ordered custody investigations to assist in determining the best possible arrangements for a child’s welfare. She conducts detailed evaluations, carefully considering all aspects of each parent's ability to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment.

Melissa’s custody investigations deliver a comprehensive analysis of the child's living conditions, parental capabilities, and overall family dynamics. She gathers and assesses relevant information through interviews, home visits, and parent observations to provide the court with a clear, unbiased report.

Her commitment to fairness and thoroughness ensures that every investigation is conducted with the utmost professionalism, focusing on the child's best interests. Whether you're an attorney seeking reliable investigative support or a parent navigating a custody case, Melissa is here to provide the expertise you need.

Melissa is a certified professional through the Nationally Certified Custody Evaluator (NCCE), Child Forensic Interviewing with ChildFirst Alaska, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), and the National Organization of Forensic Social Work (NOFSW) as a certified forensic social worker.

Contact Reunify Alaska today to learn more about how a custody investigation with our agency can support your case and contribute to a positive outcome for the children involved.

Melissa Skarbek, LMSW, LCSW, offers specialized expert witness testimony in child welfare and child forensic interviewing. With extensive experience evaluating child safety, resist-refuse dynamics (RRD), trauma, and overall child well-being, she provides clear, credible, and informed testimony to support legal cases involving children.

Recognized as an expert in the third and fourth judicial districts of Alaska, Melissa assesses a wide range of issues, including risk factors in a child's environment—such as exposure to abuse, neglect, substance misuse, or domestic violence—and recommends safety measures like custody arrangements and supervised visitation. She evaluates and testifies on a parent’s capacity to meet their child’s needs, considering critical factors such as parenting skills, mental health, and overall stability. In cases involving parental alienation, Melissa provides valuable insights into how one parent’s actions may be affecting the child’s relationship with the other parent and the potential long-term effects. Her testimony helps the court make informed decisions that prioritize the child’s best interests.

With specialized training in child forensic interviewing, Melissa ensures all information is gathered in a developmentally appropriate and legally sound manner. Her comprehensive analyses and objective insights are crucial in custody disputes, criminal cases, abuse cases, and other legal matters.

Whether you are an attorney seeking a knowledgeable expert to strengthen your case or a parent involved in complex legal proceedings, Melissa’s expert witness services offer the clarity and authority essential for the courtroom.

Contact Reunify Alaska to learn how Melissa’s expert testimony can support your case and advocate for the best interests of the child.

At Reunify Alaska, Melissa Skarbek, LCSW, provides thorough and objective parenting assessments tailored to meet the needs of attorneys and agencies involved in legal matters. These assessments offer a detailed evaluation of a parent’s ability to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for their child, delivering critical insights essential in legal proceedings.

Melissa conducts in-depth assessments that include interviews, observations, and a review of relevant records. She evaluates key factors such as parenting skills, mental health, home environment, and the parent-child relationship. Her findings are presented in clear, comprehensive reports that support informed decision-making in court cases involving custody, visitation, and child welfare.

Whether you need an unbiased evaluation for a custody dispute or require a detailed report for court proceedings, Melissa’s parenting assessments provide the reliable, expert analysis necessary to advocate effectively for the best interests of the child.

Contact Reunify Alaska to learn how parenting assessment services can enhance your case and ensure that every decision is grounded in the well-being of the child.

At Reunify Alaska, we understand that co-parenting can be challenging. Our Parenting Coordination services are designed to help parents work together effectively, reduce conflict, and focus on what's best for their children.

Through guided communication and problem-solving, we assist parents in resolving disputes, improving their co-parenting relationship, and creating a stable, positive environment for their kids. Whether you're dealing with custody issues, communication breakdowns, or other co-parenting challenges, we're here to support you every step of the way.

At Reunify Alaska, we are Nationally Certified Parenting Coordinators (NCPC) with the Professional Academy of Custody Experts (PACE).

Let us help you build a healthier, more cooperative co-parenting relationship that benefits both you and your children. Reach out today to learn more about how Parenting Coordination can make a difference for your family.

At Reunify Alaska, Melissa Skarbek, LMSW, LCSW, provides supervised visitation services that create a secure and nurturing environment for families to maintain meaningful connections. These services ensure that visits between parents and children occur in a safe, structured, and positive setting, fostering healthy relationships while prioritizing the child’s well-being.

For parents, supervised visitations provide an opportunity to spend quality time with your child under the guidance of a trained professional who ensures a supportive atmosphere. For attorneys, these services offer the reassurance of compliance with court orders, detailed documentation, and a focus on the child’s best interests.

Recognizing that every family’s situation is unique, Melissa takes a compassionate approach tailored to meet specific needs. Whether navigating complex custody issues or working to rebuild family bonds, her supervised visitation services are designed to support families in creating safe and positive experiences.

Contact Reunify Alaska to learn how supervised visitation services can support your family and contribute to healthier relationships.