Meet the Team

  • Monica M. Williams, MBA

    PRESIDENT/FOUNDER

    Monica M. Williams, MBA, is a dedicated behavioral health professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. With an MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Administration, she has developed innovative strategies to address mental health and substance use challenges. As a former President of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association (EAPA), Monica has been a strong advocate for improving access to care and driving meaningful change. Her passion lies in empowering individuals and communities through compassionate and impactful care.

  • Dr. Shelia Rivers, DSW, LCSW, MPH

    VP OF CLINICAL SERVICES

    Dr. Shelia Rivers, DSW, LCSW, MPH, serves as the Vice President of Clinical Services at Clarity Through Community. With over 15 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, Dr. Rivers is a trauma expert and mental health consultant specializing in women's mental health. She is the CEO of Rivers Psychotherapy Services, a published author, adjunct professor at Tulane University, and a sought-after public speaker. Dr. Rivers provides counseling services across Mississippi and Louisiana, working with individuals, children, families, and groups to promote healing and resilience.

  • Kyera-Marie Lucas, MHA

    VP OF OPERATIONS

    Kyera-Marie Lucas, Vice President of Operations at Clarity Through Community, holds a Master’s in Healthcare Administration and has a decade of experience in behavioral health operations. A certified Mental Health First Aider, she provides crucial support to individuals in crisis. Her expertise in streamlining processes and managing programs ensures efficient operations and impactful outcomes. Kyera-Marie’s personal experience with grief and depression after losing a loved one inspires her dedication to mental health care.

  • Suzy McCann, MBA

    VP OF CARE MANAGEMENT/CO-FOUNDER

    Suzy McCann, MBA, serves as the Vice President of Care Management, bringing her advanced education and extensive expertise to support clients in need of Primary Mental Health, Eating Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, PTSD, and Trauma care. With her MBA and a diverse network of professional referral sources, Suzy is dedicated to advocating for clients, guiding them through treatment options, and empowering them to select solutions that best meet their clinical needs and personal values. She specializes in identifying trusted and secure placements to help individuals on their path to recovery and well-being.

  • David M. Zimmerman, LMHC

    THERAPIST

    David is a dedicated mental health professional with a client-centered approach, combining traditional therapeutic methods with music, art, and animal-assisted therapy to create a supportive and calming environment for healing. With a strong commitment to compassionate care, he prioritizes treating each client with respect and individualized attention. His experience includes working with diverse populations, utilizing innovative techniques to help individuals overcome challenges and build fulfilling lives. To ensure accessibility, he offers flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, and always welcomes new clients seeking a safe and supportive space for personal growth.

Board Members

  • Shacorye' Thomas, LCSW

    BOARD MEMBER

    Shacorye’ is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Grambling State University in 2014 and her Master of Social Work from Grambling State University in 2017. Shacorye’ has over 10 years of experience in the field of Social Work and mental health. Throughout her career, Shacorye has practiced in several settings and with various vulnerable populations such as children, teens, adults, elderly, families, veterans, and hospital, school, and inpatient settings. Shacorye' is passionate about servicing her community and surrounding areas with special attention to those in vulnerable communities and populations. Shacorye' is committed to providing adequate services to those who lack resources in their area to ensure equity and equality.

  • Mark Nease, M.S.

    BOARD MEMBER

    Mark Nease is an innovative and highly accomplished human resources leader known for delivering strategic HR solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness and support revenue growth. With strong leadership and team-building skills, he excels at fostering positive relationships across all levels of an organization. Mark brings a unique blend of urgency, purpose, and a sense of humor to his work, making him both effective and approachable. His areas of expertise include employee relations, compensation and benefits programs, total rewards, recruiting, employee development, training, risk management, administration, purchasing, union avoidance, and multi-state HR operations.

  • Rico Williams, B.S.

    BOARD MEMBER

    Rico Williams is a passionate tech entrepreneur and innovator with a strong foundation in computer science and a deep commitment to transforming mental healthcare. After earning his B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Oregon, he refined his technical expertise at Microsoft, where he contributed to high-impact projects in Windows Shared Controls and Settings using C++ and C#. Today, he serves as the founder and CEO of Ayuda Software, a pioneering company focused on democratizing data accessibility by leveraging sensitive and obscure data to power services that benefit the public. A key initiative under Ayuda, Sayin is at the forefront of revolutionizing mental health and substance abuse care, using advancements in application security, scalability, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to simplify the process of finding appropriate care. Rico’s work reflects the culmination of his technical knowledge, entrepreneurial drive, and lifelong dedication to improving mental health outcomes for individuals and underserved communities.

  • Sofia Ismaili, B.A.

    BOARD MEMBER

    A lifelong learner, Sofia embraces challenges with curiosity and enthusiasm. Her passion for design and aesthetics shapes my creative outlook, while a strong sense of service inspires her to support her community. Throughout her professional and personal journey, she balance ambition with empathy and continually pursue growth through ongoing learning and development. Integrity, kindness, and respect are at her core. The arts deeply enrich her life, and she delights in exploring architecture, music, and culinary adventures. Her travels broadens her perspective, fueling appreciation for diverse cultures and reinforcing her commitment to lifelong learning, meaningful impact, and giving back.

  • John Liebenau, M.S.

    BOARD MEMBER

    John Liebenau is a seasoned technology leader and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Sayin, where he drives innovation in software development and enterprise architecture. With extensive experience managing software development departments of over 100 professionals, he has overseen budgeting, hiring, and performance evaluations while delivering complex, multi-tier systems that automate and optimize mission-critical business processes. John's leadership has consistently led to increased efficiency and reduced operational costs. He has successfully built and scaled multiple development teams and played a pivotal role in developing architecture programs for major financial services companies, focusing on strategic planning, governance, and technology evolution. An expert in Java and .NET platforms, John excels in architecture, design, and implementation, and brings deep expertise in quality assurance, with a strong emphasis on automated testing and continuous delivery.