Katrina Tarke-Karge
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specialization
Katrina brings 20 years of dedicated experience to children, adolescents, and young adults across Southeastern Wisconsin seeking compassionate, effective therapeutic support. She specializes in autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and childhood emotional-behavioral challenges.
At Evidence-Based Counseling Solutions, Katrina serves as a Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, providing specialized care for clients ages 6-18 and extending services to young adults with autism, cognitive disabilities, or developmental disabilities throughout Waukesha County and surrounding communities.
Info About Katrina Tarke-Karge
20+ Years of Experience
Contact
ktarkekarge@gmail.com
Expertise
Katrina’s expertise encompasses evidence-based treatments for:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder across all functioning levels
- Developmental and cognitive disabilities
- Emotional and behavioral disorders in children
- Anxiety and depression in young people
- ADHD management and skill development
- Life transitions and adjustment challenges
- Rare medical conditions and their psychological impacts
Parents throughout Brookfield, New Berlin, and greater Milwaukee area particularly value Katrina’s guidance on managing and supporting their children’s complex emotional and behavioral needs. Her therapeutic approach integrates empirically-validated methods including behavioral therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques, solution-focused interventions, and supportive counseling.
Approach
Beyond her clinical practice, Katrina offers valuable school consultation services, helping educational teams in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties develop effective strategies for supporting and teaching children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Her practice accepts insurance and welcomes families from throughout the region seeking specialized developmental and behavioral support.
Education
Katrina’s educational background includes an undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Cardinal Stritch University, providing the foundation for her comprehensive approach to neurodevelopmental and emotional challenges.