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About MaxAbility+

MaxAbility+ was founded on the belief that exceptional care and sustainable systems are not separate—they are deeply connected. Whether supporting an individual recovering from neurological injury or advising a healthcare organization navigating growth, MaxAbility+ brings together clinical depth, psychological insight, and operational expertise to create thoughtful, human-centered solutions.

Founder & Clinical Lead

Kate Shneyder, MOT, OT/L

Kate Shneyder is a licensed Occupational Therapist with advanced training in neurological rehabilitation, functional vision, and post-injury recovery, and extensive experience in medical practice operations and leadership.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master of Occupational Therapy from The Ohio State University, graduating with honors from the College of Medicine, School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences. Her background in psychology shapes a deep understanding of human behavior, motivation, stress, and adaptation—critical factors in both recovery and organizational performance.

Clinical Experience

Kate’s clinical training and practice span some of the most complex and demanding areas of rehabilitation. She completed advanced clinical rotations at:

  • TIRR Memorial Hermann (Houston, TX), one of the nation’s leading rehabilitation hospitals

  • Cape Cod Hospital, including inpatient psychiatric and partial hospitalization programs

She has worked extensively in inpatient rehabilitation and neuro-focused settings, with experience treating individuals with:

  • Disorders of Consciousness (DoC)

  • Traumatic and acquired brain injury (TBI)

  • Stroke

  • Movement disorders

  • Guillain-Barré syndrome

  • NMDA receptor encephalitis

  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

  • Parkinson’s disease

  • Dementia

Her clinical approach emphasizes functional recovery, real-world participation, caregiver integration, and dignity—especially during vulnerable stages of illness and recovery.

Leadership & Operational Experience

In addition to clinical practice, Kate brings deep operational and leadership experience within healthcare and medical business environments.

Her background includes:

  • Medical practice management and operations

  • Regulatory and compliance oversight (including OSHA and clinical standards)

  • Development of clinical and administrative processes and procedures

  • EMR and CRM implementation and management

  • Training and supervision of clinical staff, front desk teams, and marketing personnel

  • Hiring, onboarding, and termination within medical office settings

  • Bridging clinical care delivery with business operations

Kate previously served as Director of Occupational Therapy for a Texas-based non-profit organization supporting individuals with neurological injuries, where she also acted as a board member. She has been a public speaker on medical office operations, supporting practices in building sustainable, compliant, and people-centered systems.

An Integrated Perspective

What distinguishes MaxAbility+ is the integration of hands-on clinical expertise with systems-level operational insight.

Kate’s work is informed by:

  • A foundation in psychology and human behavior

  • Firsthand experience supporting patients and families during some of the most overwhelming moments of their lives

  • Real-world leadership managing teams, systems, and growth inside healthcare organizations

This dual lens allows MaxAbility+ to support:

  • Individuals and families navigating recovery

  • Adults aging in place

  • Healthcare practices seeking clarity and sustainability

  • Medical device and health technology companies building for real clinical environments

Our Philosophy

At MaxAbility+, the approach is simple but intentional:

People first. Systems that support them.

Care, recovery, and growth work best when humans are understood—not just diagnoses, metrics, or workflows. Whether in therapy or consulting, the goal is clarity, function, and sustainable progress.