Taylor Hooker

Taylor Hooker, MS, LRT/CTRS, ACSM-CIFT, NBC-HWC has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and organizations. They currently serve as the Chief of Learning Engineering at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, where they previously held the position of Health System Specialist. In their previous role as a Recreation Therapist at the same organization, Taylor was involved in advanced practice and also served as the co-coordinator of the Equine Consortium. They have also worked as a Behavioral Health Coach at Headspace and as the President and Founder of T-Squared Solutions, Inc. This company, which originated from Taylor Hooker's name, operates under the names The RT Tutor and The RT Coach. Additionally, Taylor has worked as an Adjunct Professor at Florida International University and as an Adjunct Lecturer at San Jose State University, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and Old Dominion University. They have also served as Teaching Faculty at Emory Continuing Education and as a Parttime Lecturer at the University of Southern Maine. Prior to these roles, Taylor worked as a Life Enrichment Coordinator/Recreation Therapist at Foothills Retirement Ctr. Their work experience reflects their expertise in the field of recreation therapy and their commitment to education and helping others.

Taylor Hooker, MS, LRT/CTRS, ACSM-CIFT, NBC-HWC has an extensive educational background. Taylor obtained a Professional Certificate in Social Impact Consulting from Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies in 2023. Prior to that, they earned a Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy from Clemson University in 2019. Taylor also holds a Master's degree in Recreational Therapy from Clemson University, which they obtained between 2015 and 2018. Taylor completed their Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from Old Dominion University in 2013. Additionally, they received a High School Advanced, Honors Diploma from Bayside High School in 2013. In terms of certifications, Taylor has obtained numerous credentials throughout their career, including being a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, and Adaptive Crossfit Instructor.