Catherine Mueller-Bell

Dr. Catherine Mueller-Bell serves as an Adjunct Professor of Counseling at Cornerstone University, specializing in clinical mental health counseling. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychology from Lesley University Graduate School (Cambridge, MA) and a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Services: Counseling from Capella University. With 35 years of experience, she has served in roles including missionary counselor, clinical supervisor, psychotherapist, and child welfare ambassador across international and domestic contexts.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy, Human Services: Counseling, Capella University
• Master of Arts, Counseling and Psychology, Lesley University Graduate School

Research Focus: Dr. Mueller-Bell's work centers on African cultural studies, trauma and addiction recovery mechanisms, and poverty alleviation strategies both locally and globally. She actively contributes to initiatives like the Africa Impact Project's annual counseling conference in Zambia.

Awards:

• Recipient of GRTS Faculty of the Year Award (2009 and 2016)

Professional Contributions: She has overseen counseling centers, served as a clinical supervisor, and maintained licensure as a professional counselor in Michigan. Her career includes full-time professorship, international lecturing, and advocacy work in child welfare.