Mariel Aken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
6260 Vicksburg Street, Suite 106, New Orleans, LA 70124
Let's Connect (504) 420-7779
Ms. Aken is a seasoned counselor with 15 years of experience working with children in New Orleans. She has had the privilege of supporting young people both in their homes and school environments, helping children ages 3 to 16 navigate a wide range of challenges. Specializing in building prosocial skills, Ms. Aken works with children facing a diverse set of challenges. She is deeply committed to normalizing these challenges and fostering emotional resilience, providing families with valuable education on brain development and practical guidance for skill-building.
In 2009, she earned a Masters Degree in Counseling at Loyola University of New Orleans. She completed training that supports children experiencing anxiety through the Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) program. She has worked and continues to work in the New Orleans charter schools providing counseling/behavior support for kids.
Ms. Aken emphasizes the importance of "connection before content," prioritizing relationship-building through play as the foundation for therapy. Her counseling sessions combine structured skill-building with play-based techniques, using methods such as art, role-play, games, and imaginative play to support children's emotional and social development.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $145
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Mariel Aken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (504) 420-7779
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Louisiana / 4527 Mariel Delamatre Aken
- In Practice for 16 years
- Attended Loyola University of New Orleans , Master of Science Counseling, Graduated 2009
Education and Years In Practice
Mariel Aken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (504) 420-7779
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Developmental Disorders
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotion
Mariel Aken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (504) 420-7779
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Adlerian
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Feminist
- Play Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Mariel Aken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (504) 420-7779
Location
Primary Location
Nurtured NOLA Evaluation and Therapy, LLC
6260 Vicksburg Street
Suite 106
New Orleans, LA 70124
(504) 420-7779Email me
Nearby Areas
Mariel Aken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Call for a free consultation now - (504) 420-7779