
Anita Aasen, LCSW, LICSW
About me
Hi. My name is Anita Aasen. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years experience. I work with individual, families and couples, I have learned that every journey is unique. Every journey has its trials. We all experience unexpected changes, difficulties and loss; whether it be a death, a marriage , a job or some other. We all experience anxiety in some degree. The pandemic has hit all of us hard. Therapy is a unique way to assist when you are ready to write the next chapter of your life's narrative. Specialties include grief work, stress reduction, self esteem, depression, anxiety and PTSD.
I recently has obtained a certificate as. a Certified Grief Informed Professional. and have received a certificate as a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist . I have been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and in mindfulness. I have worked as a substance abuse counselor and have an extensive knowledge of the 12 steps and "smart recovery" other recovery based programs..
I approach therapy uniquely as a chance to find the lessons in difficulties and the hidden strengths to be discovered and acknowledged. I believe there is therapeutic value in humor, finding gratitude in the small things, and enriching your spirituality. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Cancer, Communication problems, Family problems, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
NY LCSW 077762
UT LCSW 12954576-3501
ME LCSW LC21283
VT LICSW 089.0134705
Reviews
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I look forward to my weekly sessions with Anita. She truly works with me to process all of my thoughts and feelings. I have full confidence in her expertise and methods.
Written on Mar 15, 2025 after therapy with Anita for 3 years and 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Anita Aasen is an experienced and helpful therapist who has helped me during a period when I needed support while dealing with the stressors of being a full time working person with family responsibilities spanning three generations including elderly parents.
Written on Feb 28, 2025 after therapy with Anita for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
So far things have been very good. Anita has given me quite a few tools to use
Written on Feb 20, 2025 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
She has been a great person to talk to about anything that's on your mind. Can give me answers to questions that are asked. She has been an asset for me and my mental health.
Written on Jan 10, 2025 after therapy with Anita for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Anita is great. She’s listens and gives good and helpful advice and avenues of help.
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
Anita is amazing! She is able to ask appropriate questions and has provided wonderful resources to guide me to a much better mental space. I feel very comfortable speaking with her.
Written on Dec 20, 2024 after therapy with Anita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties