Anita Aasen
A Journey of A Therapist Coping Through Loss
In her heartfelt memoir, Anita Salek Aasen details her battle with grief to guide you in coping with loss.
“Grief is not a straight path; it’s full of unexpected turns. Healing doesn’t mean moving forward in a linear way but unfolding over time, sometimes slowly and with effort. I’ve learned that this is true for myself and the people I support.” – Anita Salek Aasen.
From Grief to Grace:
A Therapist's Personal Journey Of Healing After Loss
In her searingly honest self-help memoir, From Grief to Grace, Anita opens up about loss after her brother’s death.
She shares what it’s like to grapple with soul-shattering pain and sadness when you’re the professional who is supposed to have all the answers.
With vulnerability and hard-won wisdom, Anita recounts her struggles with faith, how she found comfort in memories, and the importance of having loved ones around who could truly understand her suffering.
Meet Anita Salek Aasen, LCSW
Anita Salek Aasen has worked for over 30 years as a licensed clinical social worker and therapist.
As she grieved the loss of her brother, Lou, who died in 2017, she felt a strong calling to help others navigate the complexities of loss. Her personal experience and 30 years of professional expertise have shaped a unique healing approach that blends empathy, therapeutic insight, and an understanding of grief as a non-linear journey.
Now retired from state service, she continues her life’s work supporting clients through an online therapy practice. She guides them in finding peace and healing. When not working, she devotes her time to family. She is an avid animal lover who treasures her Chihuahua and three cats. She is also a fan of The Beatles and the Star Trek franchise.
She understands that grieving a significant loss or managing anxiety and transitions can be overwhelming. She has witnessed the lasting impacts of the pandemic on so many, and she believes therapy can be a safe harbor to begin healing and move forward.
Blogs
Read Anita Salek Aasen’s blogs for personal reflection, healing advice, and inspiration.
