Your Wonderfully Weird Therapist, Katherine Wikrent
Hey there! I’m Katherine—therapist, mind nerd, and advocate for embracing your wonderfully weird self. At AEJ Counseling in New Orleans, I help people make sense of old patterns, navigate change, and build lives that feel safe, real, and exhilarating.
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 lives and relationships that truly light them up.
My path to becoming a therapist wasn’t exactly a straight line. It was more or a wild, winding adventure with some unexpected detours. I started out working in international development and public policy, working on public health and gender equity for non-profits in Spain, the Czech Republic, and Mexico. It was fascinating, meaningful work. My 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 felt off. I loved making an impact, but I wanted something more personal, more human. The kind of work where people feel truly seen, understood, 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’s in Marriage, Couples & Family Counseling at Loyola University New Orleans and got my PLPC license. I now have the privilege of supporting incredible clients like you across Louisiana.
I stay actively involved in the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the NOLA Perinatal Health Collective, making sure mental health care is accessible, affirming, and real. I’ve also completed extensive training in ADHD and trauma-informed care, including the coursework for the ADHD Clinical Service Provider (ADHD-CCSP) and Level 1 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-I) programs. While the official certifications for these titles aren’t available for my PLPC license type, these trainings have given me the skills to support clients navigating ADHD, trauma, and all the beautiful, messy parts of being human.
At the heart of my work is a deep love for helping people create lives that feel good to live—authentic, fulfilling, and maybe even a little weird in the best possible way. If, like me, you’ve ever felt like you don’t quite fit the mold, you’re in the right place.
