Verlinda Henshaw

Verlinda Henshaw is an experienced healthcare executive and occupational therapist, currently serving as the Executive Director at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab since October 2024. Prior to this role, Henshaw held several leadership positions, including Senior Director of Operations at ADVENT and Regional Vice President of Operations at Women's Care. Henshaw has a substantial background with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, initially serving as Executive Director for SIH-RIC Rehab Services, Occupational Medicine, and Urgent Care. Henshaw's extensive career also includes roles at Southern Illinois Healthcare and as the owner of Occupational Performance & Rehab, specializing in outpatient occupational and physical therapy. Henshaw's academic credentials include a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, a Master's degree from San Jose State University, and a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Illinois Chicago.