Jerry Lilly, LCPC, Ed. S.

Clinical Director

Jerry is one of kind, I know when you hear the title "Clinical Director" you're probably thinking suit and tie. In reality, Jerry is not that way at all, he's very down to earth and often looks like he just came back from surfing.  Jerry has been working in counseling since 1990 and brings a great deal of knowledge to Mana. He co-created Idaho's first Rural Day Treatment Program that has expanded into a variety of services that counseling agencies now offer. He has a 4-year history of working with military families as a military life consultant specifically in the area of children and youth behaviors.  Jerry has worked in the school systems and has helped co-create the Strength Based Education Communities (SBEC) and Implementation Plans.  Jerry has also worked as a consultant for Juvenile corrections and today works with our transitional youth that come from their facilities. 

In his free time, Jerry enjoys spending time on a golf course catching some rays and playing a good game.

Linda Ramirez, LMSW

Counselor

I graduated from Weiser High School in 2009 and went on to obtain my Bachelors of Science in Sociology with my emphasis in Criminology from the University of Idaho in 2013.  After spending a few years working in different positions that allowed me to gain experience in working with at-risk youth and their families, I fell in love with social work and decided to go back to school to open up my opportunities to help others.  In August 2019, I obtained my Masters of Social Work in Advanced Clinical Practice from Walden University.  I have experience working with both adults and youth who struggle with substance use and/or mental health. I have completed the EMDR basic training and I am working on becoming certified in EMDR Therapy.  I am also fluent in Spanish.

Working with youth and their families is what I love the most! I want to make a difference in others lives by helping them find their inner strengths to overcome the challenges they may face in life. Helping others has always been a big part of my life, whether it's been professionally or personally.

I love to spend my free time with my 3 amazing children and my significant other.  Family is everything to me! I also enjoy watching movies, listening to music, writing, and dancing.

Taylor Barrera, LMSW

Social Worker, Counselor

Taylor Barrera, LMSW
Social Worker Taylor has been in healthcare for ten years focusing on hospice, end of life, and grief. Taylor graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in Health Science from Boise State in 2015, and completed her Master's Degree in Social Work with an emphasis on Hispanic Culture from Our Lady of the Lake University in 2018. Taylor has a history of working in direct care with various populations and ages, case management, end of life counseling, and advocating. Taylor believes that there is grief and joy in all things in life, and learning how to navigate through is integral to personal growth. 

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Marisa Ayala, ​LMSW
Counselor 
I am originally from California, but have lived in Idaho since I was about 8 years old. I grew up primarily in the Boise area.

I graduated from Borah High School before attending Boise State University for my first year of my undergraduate education. I later obtained my Bachelor's of Science in Psychology at Idaho State University in 2012. I moved into my Master’s of Art in Counseling program shortly there after, completing my licensure in 2018.

​I have always wanted to be a guiding energy to help kiddos, teens, and young adults transition into adulthood. I focus on providing support, understanding, and validation to all of my clients while progressing through their journey of enlightenment and change. Obtaining my licensure was one of my biggest accomplishments next to becoming a mommy. On July 16th, 2018 my daughter Scarlett WIldflower was born. She is my world, and inspires me everyday to be the best role model I can for her, our community, my clients, and for myself.

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Maya Ah You Dias, LMSW
Counselor

Maya graduated from Middleton High School before attending Eastern Oregon University where she played basketball and earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. In 2022, Maya earned her Master of Social Work degree at Boise State University. Maya has been a part of the Mana Ohana for over 10 years and has fulfilled a variety of positions throughout the company. Maya has experience in hospice, school counseling, foster care, juvenile support, CBRS, and psychiatric hospitalization settings. 
Maya has learned throughout her experience in mental health, that with the right support and resources everyone has the strength and ability to conquer life’s toughest challenges. Her goal is to help clients identify and utilize their inner Mana (strength) to overcome the barriers in their lives. Maya’s approach to healing uses a combination of humor, non-judgment, compassion, and behavioral change theories.
In her free time, Maya enjoys coaching basketball, skiing, gaming, and spending time with her family and friends!
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Chelsea Jacobson, LMSW
Counselor
Chelsea moved to Idaho in 2020 and started working at Mana. During her time at Mana, Chelsea has been able to learn and grow through various roles. Chelsea has experience working with people with disabilities, children in foster care, and teens transitioning out of juvenile corrections.   Chelsea graduated from Western Oregon University with a Major in Psychology and a Minor in Forensic Psychology. In 2022 she earned her Master of Social Work at Northwest Nazarene University.   Chelsea is focused on helping people become their best selves. “Mana focuses on each person’s inner strength and supports each person where they are in that journey, and I love that I get to be a part of that process.”

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Sarah Gardin, LCPC
Counselor
Sarah is a licensed clinical professional counselor and she currently works with children, teens, young adults, and adults of any age. She focuses most of her therapy from a person-centered approach and bases her techniques around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, depending on what is most helpful. Sarah is also able to work with couples and families regarding relational issues, including Anger Management and Prepare/Enrich programs. Sarah is a native Idahoan, and grew up in Boise, Idaho where she received her BA in Psychology from Boise State University and then her MS Clinical Counseling from Northwest Nazarene University. Sarah enjoys working with clients to build self-confidence and better ways to manage their lives in a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive atmosphere.

In her free time, Sarah enjoys playing and listening to music by attending live concerts, spending time with her family, and exploring the beautiful Idaho outdoors

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Afton Campbell, LMSW
Counselor

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Ciara Anderson, LMSW
Counselor

Ciara is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She attended California State University at Sacramento, earning her Masters in Social Work in 2017. During her graduate program, Ciara completed internships in mental health counseling and post psychiatric hospitalization transition services. After her graduation, Ciara worked at a mental health crisis urgent care clinic in Sacramento County. There she worked with many individuals experiencing Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorders, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety. In 2019, Ciara and her family chose to leave California and move to Idaho for a new adventure in life.

With an understanding that each individual is unique and that life is influenced by a multitude of factors, Ciara focuses on the strengths and resources that each individual brings to the table. She recognizes and encourages clients as experts of their own lives and is simply present to facilitate the process of client growth and empowerment. Ciara utilizes treatment methods rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.

In her free time, Ciara enjoys spending time with her husband and family, skateboarding and snowboarding as much as possible and competing in contests when she can, reading both fiction and non-fiction books, and playing adventure video games such as The Legend of Zelda.

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Sausha Hyatt, LMSW
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Counselor 

Sausha graduated from Utah State University in 2016 obtaining a Bachelors of Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice and Family Finance. In February 2021, she will be obtaining a Masters of Social Work in Advanced Clinical Practice from Walden University.

Sausha has interned and worked for the Department of Child and Family Services where she was an investigator for child abuse and neglect, a foster care worker, trainer for new employees, assisted in transitions into adult living, and conducted home studies for adoptions.

Sausha also works for Family Connections Inc., helping parents who have had their children removed or foster parents to learn healthy habits, budgeting, parenting techniques, daily living skills, time management, or any other area they are struggling in.

She has had the opportunity to work with a diverse population of adults, couples, families, children, at risk youth, and the LBGTQ community who are struggling with an array of mental health issues. Guiding people to experience inner peace, understanding of their emotions, and identifying needs is a passion of hers.

Lillian Connelly, LCSW

Counselor

Lillian is originally from Northern California, although she has resided in five states throughout her life. She is a U.S. Air Force veteran who, through lived experiences, became acquainted with and began to pursue a career in social work.  She graduated with her masters in South Carolina in 2017 and has lived in Idaho ever since.

Lillian has experience working in community based mental health clinics with various populations, to include children, teens, young and older adults. She offers an indirect, person-centered approach along with guidance in the areas of mindfulness based, motivational interviewing, CBT, and a problem-solving or solution-focused approach.

​Lillian is passionate about the dignity and worth of each person she works with and strives to help people live their best lives.

​In her free time, Lillian enjoys spending time with her husband, her three children, and her cats. She enjoys reading, writing, crochet, and outreach activities.      
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Bailey Landon
Intern

​Bailey is a graduate student at Northwest Nazarene University earning her Master’s degree in Clinical
Mental Health Counseling, with an emphasis in Logotherapy. In 2018, Bailey earned her Bachelor of Arts
degree in Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology from the College of Idaho and has over four years of
experience working with youth and adults in the community as a CBRS provider and Case Manager.
Although Bailey has a particular interest in solution focused therapy, she believes in taking an integrative
approach to counseling since what is best for one may not be best for another as they journey through
healing and work on becoming the best version of themselves.
On her free time, Bailey enjoys reading and working on art projects as well as spending time with family
and animals on the family farm.