College of Health and Human Services

Recreation Therapy

Dr. Eichner is a proud first-generation college student, who earned three degrees at the University of Toledo.  She is currently the Program Director and a Lecturer in the Recreational Therapy program.  She has earned her specialty certification in behavioral health making her a CTRS-BH. Dr. Eichner's professional experience has included work with consumers throughout the life span receiving services in mental health, substance abuse, vocational rehabilitative, physical rehabilitation, Veteran services, and palliative/hospice care.  Dr.  Eichner has presented at several professional conferences in the areas of Recreation Therapy and Psychiatric Rehabilitation. She is also a proud volunteer of the Toledo Metroparks where she teaches tai chi courses.