Psychologist, Mediator, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber

Dr. Kathleen Gehl is a psychologist, mediator, and advanced practice nurse prescriber in private practice in Brookfield, Wisconsin.

Dr. Gehl received her Psy.D (Doctorate in psychology) from the Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology with a focus on child psychology. As a licensed clinical psychologist, she offers assessment and therapy services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Dr. Gehl is a trained divorce mediator with a special interest in facilitating constructive discussions with parents about their children’s needs during divorce and assisting them in crafting a post divorce parenting plan that is child focused, developmentally sensitive and appropriate, and recognizes the importance of both parents in children’s lives. Dr. Gehl is also a member of the Collaborative Family Law Council of Wisconsin serving on its board and as a member of the training committee, training in Wisconsin and nationally. She has extensive experience as a divorce coach and child specialist.

Dr. Gehl received her Master of Science degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her advanced practice nursing and prescribing certification in 1996. In that capacity, Dr. Gehl can offer the option of medication intervention when appropriate to her adult clients. In addition, her nursing background enhances her work with clients struggling to manage health related issues.

Dr. Gehl accepts most health insurance plans and is an in-network provider for the WEA Trust network. Clients are ultimately responsible for any expenses incurred if insurance does not pay and are encouraged to investigate outpatient mental health benefits before the first appointment.