All bifoliate catts can sometimes have 3 or even 4 leaves, and all monofoliate catts sometimes have 2. It is very common on seedlings, less common on older plants, but it doesn't necessarily mean anything is wrong. In fact, in can be an indication of very strong lush vegetative growth. That can be a response to environmental conditions that are healthy but not quite right for flowering... a little warmer or cooler or wetter or drier, or a little too much nitrogen fertilizer, at just the wrong time. Flowering may be inhibited, and the healthy plant puts a little extra energy into growing leaves. If you've had flowers in the past I would assume that your plant will flower well again by next year under your usual conditions, and I wouldn't assume you need to change anything.
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Cattleya intermedia with three leaves
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