Kathryn A. LeMonda
Beverly,MA
Summary
Board-certified occupational therapist with expertise in pediatric neurorehabilitation, intensive therapy models, and global OT program development. Experienced clinical leader and researcher focused on holistic, evidence-based practices for children with neuromotor disorders. Proven record of interdisciplinary leadership, mentorship, and scholarship in both U.S. and international settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager - OT Department & Research Program
Napa Center
11.2020 - Current
- Oversee hiring, training and supervision of 11+ therapists department
- Coordinate department scheduling, training, compliance, and performance evaluations
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Design and support research initiatives including small-scale cohort studies
- Build external partnerships with universities, hospitals, and foundations
- Mentor therapists in literature review, IRB applications, grant writing, and publication
Clinical Director
NAPA Center
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Opened and launched new international clinic in Melbourne, mentoring interdisciplinary team of 25 PTs, OTs, and SLPs
- Managed clinical operations including new patient intake, scheduling, and budget
- Enhance clinic productivity and integrate new technologies to support high-quality, evidence-based pediatric care
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Napa Center
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Deliver intensive and traditional therapy to children with neurological and musculoskeletal diagnoses
- Utilize DMI, NeuroSuit, VitalStim, whole body vibration, and orthotic training
- Collaborate within interdisciplinary intensive model of therapy (IMOT)
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Delivered pediatric occupational therapy services in school, clinic, and home settings for students from preschool to high school
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations and implemented individualized interventions for sensory, motor, and behavioral needs
- Mentored and supervised USC graduate students during clinical fieldwork rotations
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
New York University
New York, NY05-2021
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05-2014
Publications
Gaughn, W & LeMonda, K.A. (in press). Maternal Role Transition: A Quality of Life Frame of Reference for Mothering After NICU. Open Journal of Occupational Therapy.
Barlow, K., Todorova, L., Mincheva, P., Gandi, A., Rata, M., Nafai, S., LeMonda, K. and Bates, A. (2024), "Findings and implications from a global survey on paediatric education in occupational therapy academic programmes and paediatric practice in occupational therapy", Irish Journal of Occupational Therapy, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJOT-04-2024-0023Download as .RIS
Certification
- Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) - Intermediate A; Instructor levels Introductory A, B
- VitalStim DINES - Pediatric Specialty
- SOS Approach to Feeding
- Cuevas MEDEK Exercise - Level I
- The Listening Program - Certified Provider
- Interactive Metronome - Certified Provider
- Learning without Tears
- USC Sensory Integration (SI) certification
- USC Lifestyle Management series
Timeline
Clinical Director
NAPA Center
01.2022 - 02.2023
Manager - OT Department & Research Program
Napa Center
11.2020 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Napa Center
03.2018 - 11.2020
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
03.2016 - 03.2018
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
New York University
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Quinnipiac University
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