LUUKIA F. LALONDE

Compassionate and driven Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student with a strong background in trauma-informed care, LGBTQIA+ affirmative support, and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Ballmer Grant awardee with proven experience delivering crisis intervention, empowerment-based counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in working with youth, young adults, and marginalized populations navigating co-occurring disorders. Adept at combining research, mind-body therapy, and evidence-based modalities to support client healing, resilience, and self-empowerment.

• PMBA, Leading with Emotional Intelligence, Seattle University
• Gatekeeper Training Certification, University of California, Irvine
• Licensed and Certified Massage Therapist (LCMT), The Institute of Psycho-Structural Balancing (IPSB)
• Yoga Teacher Certification, Planet Yoga
• Recognize the Signs Certification, Operation Underground Railroad
• Sexual Assault Victims Services Certification, Waymakers
• VAR Certification, Active Minds
• Bystander Intervention Certification, UCI Green Dot
• Basic Life Support Certification, American Heart Association
• Human Trafficking 101, Polaris
• ACEs Aware Certification, ACEs Aware-California, In-progress
• Forefront Suicide Prevention, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
• Alanon Member, Alcoholics Anonymous

• SPPS
• Assessment Tools
• Excel
• Google Docs
• Pages
• Social Media
• Club Ready software
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

• Speakers Bureau, UCI -Care, 2020, Present
• VP-Club Organization, Anteater Against Slavery, 2021, 2022
• Pandemic Support, Anteater Pledge Ambassador, 2020, 2021
• Childcare, 5rock Ranch, 2016
• Elder Care, Veil Adult School, 2009
• Sunday School & Nursery, 2002, 2004

• Founder, Licensed and Certified Massage Therapist (LCMT), Rhythmic Bodywork, San Pedro, CA
• Licensed And Certified Massage Therapist (LCMT), Harbor Health and Spa, Ranchos Palos Verdes, CA

• Front Desk Receptionist, PURE BARRE, Sammamish, WA, 12/22, Present, Foster mental well-being by promoting fitness and mind-body connections, emphasizing the positive impact on mental health., Implement sales strategies to drive engagement and participation in mental health-focused fitness programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals., Develop and administer reward systems to recognize and incentivize individuals actively contributing to the promotion of mental health through fitness and mind-body practices., Cultivate a supportive environment that encourages individuals to prioritize mental health, emphasizing the correlation between physical activity and positive mental well-being.
• Sexual Assault Victims Services Advocate, Waymakers, Orange County, CA, 02/21, Present, Spearhead compassionate support for marginalized women, empowering sexual assault survivors, the homeless community, and trauma victims, ensuring a nurturing and secure environment while connecting them with vital external resources., Orchestrate in-person support for sexual assault survivors within hospital settings and on the hotline, collaborating seamlessly with Forensic Nurses, coordinating with law enforcement, and mobilizing additional support services to secure safe havens for survivors., Facilitate the diligent management of the sexual assault hotline, dedicating 40 hours monthly to provide callers with indispensable court assistance services, counseling, and guidance on Temporary Restraining Orders (TRO)., Oversee referrals for counseling, housing, and specialized services, including military assistance in nurturing sexual assault survivors., Demonstrated commitment and expertise by completing the rigorous 48-hour training and certification course for Waymakers, with a special focus on sexual assault victim services in California, solidifying a profound understanding of the complexities of the field., Ensure to build resiliency, self-efficacy, social justice, empowerment, intersectionality, and foster change through establishing strategic initiatives and targeted interventions, ultimately creating a more equitable and inclusive society for all.
• Research Assistant, Empower Lab, Orange County, CA, 06/21, Present, Play a vital role in a community-based collaborative project, driving the examination of self-sufficiency outcomes for trafficked, abused, or formerly incarcerated pregnant women undergoing transitions within shelter systems, ultimately contributing to empowerment and independence., Coordinate with Lead Researcher closely to support a groundbreaking dissertation and research study, delving into the multifaceted impacts of violence against women, with a profound focus on recovery and self-sufficiency., Exhibit unwavering dedication by conducting weekly visits to community-based shelters, meticulously extracting and analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data from diverse sources such as medical records, court transcripts, and intake/exit forms., Leverage advanced tools like SPSS and Excel to construct Data Models to enable in-depth analyses and further our research objectives.
• Intern, Child Abuse Service Team (Cast), Orange County, CA, 11/21, 06/22, Dedicatedly served as an unwavering advocate for children who confronted the harrowing challenges of sexual abuse and trauma, delivering comprehensive support, expert guidance, and vital resources in a nurturing and secure environment., Closely engaged with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, law enforcement, and child protective services, in ensuring coordinated support for children facing sexual abuse and trauma, fostering a holistic recovery approach.