Serving Colorado, North Carolina, and Missouri
About Us
Alpine’s Empowerment Agency is a Black woman-owned behavioral health practice grounded in Christian values of compassion, integrity, and service. We provide culturally responsive, evidence-based care and offer optional faith-integrated support based on each client’s beliefs and preferences. We welcome individuals and families of all backgrounds.
Alpine’s Empowerment Agency was named in honor of my late grandmother, Alpine Berry, whose life reflected care, community, and compassion. She was known for opening her home and heart to children in the community, providing a safe space, a warm meal, and the reassurance that they were cared for.
Her example continues to shape the heart of Alpine’s today.
At Alpine’s Empowerment Agency, we strive to create that same sense of safety, support, and belonging for the individuals and families we serve. Our work is rooted in integrity, trust, quality, respect, and faith, helping people heal, grow, and become empowered to thrive through every season of life.
Her legacy of providing a safe place continues through the work we do today.
— Shawnee Neal, Founder & CEO
Alpine Berry
The heart and inspiration behind Alpine’s Empowerment Agency.
Mission Statement
Vision Statement
Purpose
Alpine’s Empowerment Agency provides compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive behavioral health services that help individuals and families heal, build resilience, and move toward lasting emotional wellness.
We envision communities where every individual and family has equitable access to the support, connection, and opportunity needed to heal, thrive, and live with dignity, independence, and hope.
We exist so that people navigating trauma, mental health challenges, substance use concerns, and life adversity have the support and opportunity to reclaim their wellbeing, agency, and future.
Meet Our Clinicians & Interns
Shawnee Neal,
LCSW, LAC
CEO & Clinical Director
(Licensed in: MO, IL, CO, NC, SC)
Shawnee Neal is the Founder and Clinical Director of Alpine’s Empowerment Agency. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Addiction Counselor, and EMDR Therapist with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver.
Shawnee specializes in trauma-informed care, mental health, and substance use treatment, supporting adolescents, adults, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
With a passion for empowering underserved communities, Shawnee is committed to providing culturally responsive, compassionate care that honors each individual’s unique experiences, values, and strengths. Her approach integrates evidence-based practices, with Christian faith-based support available for clients who desire it.
Beyond her clinical work, Shawnee is a self-published author, international speaker, and community advocate dedicated to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive.
Book appointments: shawnee@alpinesempowermentagency.com
Phone: 314-516-3718
Most insurances accepted
Christian Tate,
LCSW Clinician
(North Carolina Location)
Play Therapy Trained
"I have a passion for seeing people become all they can be and partnering with them in finding their passion and purpose for life. Whatever life’s adversities you may face, I look forward to supporting you in your journey to becoming your best self. I have worked within the child welfare systems with children and families who have experienced traumas such as physical, sexual, and emotional maltreatment. I also have experience in working with people who are experiencing suicidality and self-harming behaviors. I am here to help clients set goals to overcome obstacles in life and set healthy boundaries.”
Book appointments: christian.tate@alpinesempowermentagency.com
Phone: 803-610-1082
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Cigna, BCBS and private pay, Medicaid
Jonna Causey
MSW, LSW, LMSW
Clinician
(Colorado & Missouri Locations)
Jonna Causey is a licensed social worker with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through emotional challenges, trauma, substance use concerns, and life transitions.
Her clinical background includes outpatient therapy, residential treatment, integrated behavioral health, and adolescent substance use recovery services.
Jonna uses a compassionate, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, Motivational Interviewing, and creative therapeutic interventions.
At Alpine's Empowerment Agency, Jonna supports clients through individual and group therapy, helping them develop practical coping skills, build resilience, and work toward lasting emotional wellness.
Jonna practices under the clinical supervision of Shawnee Neal, LCSW, LAC.
BOOK APPOINTMENTS: referrals@alpinesempowermentagency.com
Phone: 719-347-1753
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, private pay, Medicaid
