EmpowerPath Community Solutions helps clinicians, supervisors and agencies grow with confidence through licensure-track clinical supervision, CARF and DBHDS consultation, and NAADAC-approved training.
EmpowerPath Community Solutions LLC is a Virginia-based organization founded in 2025 that currently provides clinical supervision, consultation and NAADAC-approved continuing education to behavioral health professionals and agencies.
We support licensure candidates, supervisors and organizations across the Hampton Roads region with practical, experienced guidance — from clinical supervision toward licensure, to CARF accreditation and DBHDS licensure readiness, to continuing education that keeps professionals current.
We are also building toward a broader continuum of community services. Learn more in Future Services.
To strengthen Virginia's behavioral health workforce through clinical supervision, consultation and NAADAC-approved continuing education, while building toward integrated community services that help individuals and families achieve stability, independence and dignity.
A community where every person has a safe place to live, the support they need, and the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Supervision, consultation and continuing education for behavioral health professionals and the organizations they serve.
Licensure-track clinical supervision for LPC, LSATP and CSAC candidates, provided by licensed and certified supervisors.
CARF accreditation and DBHDS licensure consulting, audit readiness, SOP and policy development, and program design for behavioral health and human-service organizations.
Continuing education for behavioral health professionals, including the Virginia QMHP Supervision CEU Series.
CARF accreditation and DBHDS licensure open doors — new payers, new contracts, new credibility. Take a free readiness check and get an instant scored gap report showing exactly where you stand.
About 15 minutes. No account needed.
Start your free assessmentLive, interactive Zoom training built for Virginia's QMHP supervision-training requirements under SB403, presented by Dr. Shanté L. Williams, PhD, LPC, LSATP, CSAC.
Evening and Saturday cohorts begin October 22 and October 24, 2026.
Register nowThese courses have been approved by EmpowerPath Community Solutions, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 4 CEs (Track 1), 8 CEs (Track 2) and 16 CEs (Track 3). NAADAC Provider #371516, EmpowerPath Community Solutions is responsible for all aspects of its programming.
These services are part of our long-term plan and are not currently available.
Stable, service-enriched housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability, paired with case management and life-skills support.
Safe residential care and supportive living environments for individuals managing mental health and substance use conditions, focused on recovery and wellbeing.
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment services that help individuals build skills, find meaningful work, and gain economic independence.
Person-centered support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting community inclusion, independence, and quality of life.
DBHDS licensure (02-008 Non-Center Day Support) is in process. Once approved, we'll offer person-centered day support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community and non-center-based settings.
We meet people where they are and walk with them every step toward stability and independence.
We engage each person with respect, listening first to understand their goals, needs, and strengths.
We secure safe housing and immediate supports so individuals have a stable foundation to build on.
We provide coordinated care, case management, and skills-building tailored to each person's plan.
We help people gain employment, independence, and lasting community connection.
A registered, accountable organization built for partnership with funders, payers, and community agencies.
We work with behavioral health agencies, human-service organizations and individual professionals who want clinical supervision, consultation or training for their staff. Whether you are preparing for CARF accreditation or DBHDS licensure, supporting supervisees toward licensure, or planning continuing education for your team, we would welcome the conversation.
Start a ConversationExperienced, community-rooted leadership committed to dignity-centered care.
Dr. Williams is a behavioral health executive with more than 15 years of experience advancing counseling and community-based services. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, an MS in Applied Psychology/Counseling, an MA in Special Education, and a BA in Psychology, and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP), and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC). She has helped launch four Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs delivering evidence-based, wrap-around care across the Commonwealth. She currently serves on the Virginia Behavioral Health Advisory Committee and has served on the VACBP Crisis Services Council, and is a leading advocate for reducing stigma and expanding access to care for historically underserved populations.
Mr. Williams brings more than 20 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. He holds a Bachelor's in Human Service Administration and is a Qualified Mental Health Professional, a certified Substance Abuse Counselor, and a Board-Certified Substance Abuse Counselor Supervisor. His career spans roles as a therapeutic residential program director, partial hospitalization and medication-assisted treatment provider, Medicaid care coordinator, workforce development coordinator, and Assertive Community Treatment team lead. Known for an authentic, client-centered approach, he is passionate about culturally competent care and breaking the stigma around mental health in communities of color.
Whether you're a community member seeking services, a partner, or a funder, we'd love to hear from you.
Phone(757) 296-0567
Emailadmin@empowerpathcommunitysolutions.com
Service AreaHampton Roads, Virginia
HoursMonday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET
For referrals or partnership inquiries, please use the form and we'll respond within two business days.
