Kaitlin Mueller, PhD, LRT, CTRS

Assistant Professor, Recreational Therapy

Dr. Mueller is an Assistant Professor and Program Director of Recreational Therapy at Catawba College. Formerly known as Therapeutic Recreation, the Recreational Therapy program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to sit for a national exam to become certified and licensed recreational therapists. Dr. Mueller incorporates innovative teaching strategies such as class time fieldwork experiences and guest interviews with practicing recreational therapists and other allied health professionals within courses. 

Dr. Mueller is also the Director of the Healthy Aging Center at Catawba College.