Shannon Bryant

Patient Coordinator

Shannon was born in Boston, MA but raised in Moncks Corner, SC, and still lives there now! She has worked in healthcare for almost 9 years. She has two boys - 12 and 8 years old. She likes to read or find a good series to binge watch in her spare time.

Favorite food: Mexican - but she loves to try dishes from other cultures
Favorite color: Green
Favorite movie: Encanto

Cecilia McBratney

Operations Manager

Cecilia is from Lynchburg, Virginia. She is currently in the process of earning her degree online in Health Services Management at University of Maryland. Her goal is to create an efficient and streamlined environment while growing professionally with her team. When Cecilia is not working, she enjoys the beach, hiking the VA mountains, spending time with family and friends, traveling, and going on long runs with her dog, Iris. She has competed in two half-marathons and plans to do more.
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Favorite food: She loves all foods and has no fear of trying something new
Favorite color: Green
​Favorite movie: The Lion King

Karen Miller

Patient Coordinator

Karen was born in Pittsburgh PA and have lived in several states on the east coast. She worked in senior care for the past 35 years and recently semi-retired when she relocated to Summerville. Karen loves to garden, play pickleball and spend time with her granddaughter.

​Favorite food: Italian
Favorite color: Green
Favorite movie: The Lion King


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Emily Riser, COTA/L

Director of Community Outreach

Emily was born and raised in Hanahan, South Carolina. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Public Health at the College of Charleston and went on to earn her Associate in Applied Science as an Occupational Therapy Assistant from Trident Technical College. Emily enjoys being part of the operations team and forming relationships with providers, families, and local businesses. In her free time, Emily loves camping, kayaking, traveling, spending time with her husband and son, and playing with her two dogs.

​Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite color: Light blue
Favorite movie: The Lion King


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Nicole Schneider, ​PT, DPT, OMT-C

Clinic Director

Nicole grew up in Greenville, SC and has worked her way towards the coast. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Motor Development from the University of South Carolina (Go Gamecocks!) and went on to receive her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina. While in undergrad, Nicole worked with children with motor development delays from age 2-12. While in grad school at MUSC, Nicole completed training in outpatient orthopedics and pediatrics.  She has worked 11 years in outpatient orthopedics working with adults and children with a variety of diagnoses. Nicole works in the Natural Environment and in our Ladson clinic. She treats patients with a variety of diagnoses to include developmental delay, cerebral palsy, toe walking, clubfoot, torticollis, arthrogryposis, and autism. In addition to being a wonderful PT, she is also our Clinic Director. She helps keep our office running smoothly with her ability to plan and communicate. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her husband, two daughters, and dog. She loves listening to music and going to the beach.

Favorite food: Mexican food especially guacamole and chips
Favorite color: Teal
​Favorite movie: One is just too hard to pick!
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Angela Schmidt

Billing Manager

Angela was born and raised in Charleston, SC. She graduated from the University of Phoenix with a degree in Health Information Management-Medical Billing/Coding. Angela has 13 years of experience in medical billing and coding, medical records, and medical office management. In her spare time, Angela enjoys photography, paranormal investigating, picnics, listening to music, and spending time with her husband. 

Favorite food: Southern comfort foods
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite movie: Toy Story
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Jaimi Stewart

Office Manager / Patient Coordinator

Jaimi was born and raised in Palmdale California, and has been in Summerville for the last ten years! She has been in the medical field for over 15 years and especially enjoys working with children. Her goal is to make each patient interaction a positive and memorable experience for all. Jaimi is currently finishing her general education requirements to earn her associates in applied science as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Trident Technical College. When not at work, Jaimi loves to spend time at the beach, going to concerts, or just enjoying the outdoors with her daughter and two chocolate labs, Abigail and Allison. 

Favorite food: Pizza and Tacos
Favorite color: Teal
Favorite movie: The Lion King