Meet Anu
Experience:
Anu Menon, LCSW is the Founder and Clinical Director of Tamarasa Therapy PLLC, a private practice in Durham, NC dedicated to compassionate, trauma-informed mental health care. She is an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor who supports both clients and fellow therapists in their growth and healing.
With over a decade of experience across hospital, community, outpatient and crisis settings, Anu has developed deep expertise in treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and the lasting effects of trauma. She specializes in helping people reduce suicidal thoughts. Her approach integrates mindfulness and self-compassion with trauma-informed talk therapy, blending evidence-based methods with empathy and care. She is committed to creating a safe, collaborative space where clients can build resilience and reconnect with themselves. In addition to her clinical practice, Anu provides supervision and mentorship to therapists seeking to deepen their clinical skills and confidence in trauma-informed care.
More than just my work:
“In my spare time, you’ll find me hiking or curled up with a good book. I have an affectionate cat who sometimes pops in to say hi during telehealth visits!”
Client Focus:
Adults with depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts
Types of therapy:
CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, Mindful Self-Compassion, EMDR, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2
Sliding Scale:
OpenPath Collective
Insurance:
Aetna, Ambetter, BCBS, Optum/UHC
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Meet Lauren
Welcome!
Are you struggling with basic tasks, struggling to find joy, or struggling with a significant life change? You don’t have to struggle through life by yourself. You can find joy and peace in your every day. Everyone can benefit from therapy. You don’t need to be at rock bottom to reach out for help. I want to help you to be kinder to yourself, accept what you cannot control and change what you can control.
How I work:
Every person is unique and so is their healing journey. I offer a nonjudgmental space where all identities and relationships are celebrated. My approach is person-centered, and we work together to build the tools you need to pursue the life you want.
What you can expect from me:
I believe that everyone is resilient, but we all need support to find the resiliency within ourselves. Therapy with me will never feel like you’re just another client. I’m a great listener and know what it’s like to work to build compassion for yourself. I’m here to support and guide you through the ebbs and flows in your life and your relationships. And I can always provide a cheesy dad joke to make you smile!
More than just my work:
I like to relax by walking outside, trying local coffee shops and spending time with family and friends. I spend my free time daydreaming about becoming a dog mom!
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
Motivational Interviewing (MI),
Solution-focused Therapy,
Mindfulness Based Therapy
Sliding Scale:
OpenPath Collective
Insurance:
Aetna
Meet Lauren
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Meet Kaitlyn
Welcome!
Do your thoughts feel heavy and overwhelming, like they’re constantly in the way but you can’t even find the words to explain them? You try to express what you’re feeling, but it’s hard to focus, and even harder to make sense of it all. You just want the thoughts to stop. They’re taking over your life, and you’re not even sure why. You want to feel present, to feel like yourself again, but the thoughts won’t let go.
I get it. And I’m here to help!
How I work:
Sometimes you don’t even have the words to describe how hard it feels, and that’s okay! My approach is meeting each person where they are at. To inform my work, I draw on CBT, IFS, and DBT skills. Whether you want a new perspective, practical coping skills, or just someone to share a silence, I would be honored to be on this journey with you.
What you can expect with me:
People describe me as an empathetic and optimistic therapist to work with. I am here to help you find hope in the face of hardship. I strive to create a place where you can feel valued, supported, and stronger overall.
More than just my work:
I love to travel– I find beauty in experiencing new places, people, and ways of
life.
Client Focus:
Anxiety, Self-image, Relationship issues, Dissociative disorders, Suicidal Ideation
Types of therapy:
CBT, DBT, MI, Person-Centered Therapy
Sliding Scale:
OpenPath Collective
Free or reduced fee appointments available
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Meet Ebube
Experience:
Ebube (pronounced aye-boo-bay) is a warm, empathetic therapist who is passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families through a trauma-informed, equity-centered lens. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Bachelor of Social Work from Appalachian State University, graduating magna cum laude. Her clinical approach is rooted in direct practice with a strong foundation in social justice, restorative practices, and holistic mental health care.
With experience across school systems, outpatient mental health, and community-based programs, Ebube is especially committed to creating safe, healing-centered spaces for young people and families navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and identity development. She has received specialized training through UNC PrimeCare 4 Youth in integrated behavioral health care for children and adolescents, and has completed certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She is currently completing training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to further support clients in developing emotional regulation, mindfulness, and effective coping skills.
Her professional values are deeply informed by racial equity and restorative practices, with additional training through Organizing Against Racism (OAR) and Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. These frameworks guide her in honoring each client’s lived experience and in fostering respectful, culturally responsive relationships.
Whether you’re seeking therapy for yourself, your child, Ebube provides a collaborative, nonjudgmental environment where healing and growth can take root.
More than just my work:
I would call myself a gamer, even though the only game I play is the Sims 4 :). I also enjoy gathering with friends and family, and my favorite TV show is Brooklyn 99.
Client Focus:
Individuals, Children (starting at 6+)
Types of therapy:
CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Art Therapy, Play Therapy
Sliding Scale:
OpenPath Collective
Insurance:
Aetna, Ambetter, Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Meet Lise
Experience:
Lise-Marie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in North Carolina. She obtained a master’s degree in social work (MSW) with a certificate in trauma-responsive care from the University of Kentucky and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology/gender & women’s studies from Grinnell College. Lise-Marie trained at Coastal Horizons Center conducting Intensive Outpatient Therapy for individuals struggling with substance disorder, as well as at The Open Gate/Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, providing client advocacy and empowerment services. She has worked with clients from various cultures, life experiences, and identities who struggled with depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, domestic violence/abuse, and psychotic disorders. She also volunteered as COO to launch The Parasol Cooperative; a not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting life through innovative technology.
More than just my work:
The dance floor is my personal sanctuary; I am an avid Latin dancer and an aerial acrobat with a decade of performance and choreography experience. Dance has taught me that beauty and freedom await when we embrace the unexpected and grow through adversity — just like my favorite quote says: “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning how to dance in the rain.” ~Vivian Greene
Client Focus:
Adults 18+, Women, LGBTQ+, Couples, Veterans
Types of therapy:
CBT, DBT, Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused, Strengths-Based, Mindfulness-Based, Gestalt, Jungian, Feminist, Holistic, Trauma-Responsive Care
Issues:
(Standard) Anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, addiction
(Specialties) Identity- and gender-affirming, women’s issues, dissociation, suicidal ideation, domestic violence/abuse, relationship issues, co-dependency, grief, bullying
Sliding Scale:
Open Path Collective
Insurances:
Aetna, Ambetter, BCBS
Meet Lise
Experience:
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