Your Wonderfully Weird Therapist, Katherine Wikrent
Hey there! I’m Katherine—your go-to mind nerd, deep feeler, and therapist at AEJ Counseling, right here in the heart of New Orleans. My mission? To help you own your quirks, embrace your truth, and build a life that actually excites you.
Why I Became a Therapist
The best part of my job? Watching brave, badass clients like you face their challenges head-on and come out stronger. Every day, I get to witness real stories of resilience—full of highs, lows, victories, and setbacks. It’s a privilege to hold space for people as they shed old fears, step into their power, and build relationships that truly light them up.
My path to becoming a therapist wasn’t exactly a straight line. It was more of a wild, winding adventure. I started out working in international development and public policy, focusing on public health and gender equity for non-profits in Spain, the Czech Republic, and Mexico. That passion for creating change led me to pursue a Master’s in Public Policy at George Washington University, where I dove deep into data science and analysis to tackle global issues.
But something was missing. I loved the work, but I craved deeper human connection—the kind that happens when people feel truly seen and supported. One afternoon, during a long walk in the crisp spring air, it finally clicked: I wanted to be a therapist.
So, I switched gears and never looked back. I earned my Master of Science in Marriage, Couples & Family Counseling at Loyola University New Orleans, got my PLPC license, and now I have the privilege of supporting incredible clients across Louisiana.
These days, I stay actively involved in the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the NOLA Perinatal Health Collective, making sure that mental health care is accessible, affirming, and real. I bring my endless curiosity about the human experience, my deep commitment to healing, and my love for helping people build kick-ass lives—the kind that makes them excited to wake up in the morning.
