Luisa Dong
Levittown,NY
Summary
Passionate and dedicated mental health professional with exceptional coaching and counseling skills. Takes the time to understand each person’s unique challenges and uses diverse skills to tailor individualized plans to achieve success. Provides tools and resources to help clients thrive in all aspects of their lives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grief Facilitator
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
- Promotes self-care practices among group members, inspiring them to prioritize their mental well-being during challenging times.
- Collaborates with other mental health professionals to develop comprehensive care plans for grieving individuals and families.
- Increases community awareness about grief and bereavement services by delivering informative presentations at local events.
- Develops materials on grief management, enhancing participant's understanding of the mourning process.
- Organizes workshops focused on specific aspects of grief, such as the emotional impact of sudden loss or coping with anniversaries and holidays.
- Provides one-on-one consultations when needed, offering personalized guidance in coping with various stages of grief.
Motivational Speaker
Self Employed
02.2022 - Current
- Engages participants for a deeper understanding of self-improvement concepts.
- Facilitates discussions to encourage reflection on personal challenges.
- Deliversmotivational workshops for enhanced personal growth and resilience.
- Inspires audiences by sharing personal stories of overcoming adversity.
- Inspires positive change in attendees by sharing actionable advice, tools, and strategies for personal growth.
Online Fitness Coach
Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
- Enhances client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans tailored to individual goals and needs.
- Provides ongoing support via email or phone consultations, addressing questions or concerns promptly to maintain client motivation levels.
- Improves client's overall health through customized nutrition strategies and consistent coaching.
- Implements stress management techniques into program offerings, improving client's mental well-being alongside physical improvements.
- Motivates participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Counsels participants on nutrition to help reach fitness goals.
Interfaith Ordained Minister
Self Employed
03.2019 - Current
- Officiates special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Provides spiritual counseling one one-on-one
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2025
Associate Of Occupational Studies - Surgical Technology
Mandl School
New York, NY05-2012
Associate Of Arts - Psychology
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05-2007
Skills
- Motivational skills
- Nutritional guidance
- Exercise program design
- Lifestyle Coaching
- Goal setting and planning
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Accomplishments
I was a living kidney donor in 2018 and, since then, have been an advocate for organ donation, raising thousands of dollars every year through fundraising. I won the National title at the American Miss Pageant 2024 and the Presidential Service award for community service. I have made an impact in my community through food drives, toy drives, and a variety of charity events. I have had the opportunity to share my personal story with audiences at colleges and libraries. Appeared on the cover of iPain magazine and featured in many magazines and podcasts. I published two books. I hosted my TV show in 2020 on national television and starred in a documentary about my life.
Certification
Certified Grief Educator led by grief expert David Kessler
ISSA Certified Online Coach
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
ISSA Certified Sports Nutritionist
IPA Certified Motivational Speaker
Certificate of Marriage Officiant Registration
Languages
English
Italian
Timeline
Grief Facilitator
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
Motivational Speaker
Self Employed
02.2022 - Current
Online Fitness Coach
Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
Interfaith Ordained Minister
Self Employed
03.2019 - Current
Bachelor Of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate Of Occupational Studies - Surgical Technology
Mandl School
Associate Of Arts - Psychology
Nassau Community College
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