1. ANDONI LUZURIAGA
1800 South Ocean Boulevard #906, Pompano Beach, FL 33062
andoniluzuriaga@gmail.com ● 310.869.5061 ● www.linkedin.com/in/andoniluzuriaga
PROFILE
Dynamic and engaging individual with 4 years of experience in providing psychological
counseling, life direction, guided self-exploration, and relationship support in a variety of
settings. Driven to help others through emotional and intellectual development. Altruistic
and empathic; effective communicator and motivator with an innate ability to collaborate
with a variety of personality types. Intent on beginning a career in higher education.
EDUCATION
Psy.D. candidate in Clinical Psychology *completed 89 units, ABD (2012)
California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University
San Francisco, CA
Master of Arts in Psychology *graduated with Honors (2003)
Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (2001)
University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Intern Psychotherapist (2009 – 2011)
Haight Ashbury Psychological Services, San Francisco, CA
Conducted psychotherapy with culturally diverse individuals and couples, integrating a
wide range of theoretical perspectives (CBT, ACT, solution-focused, DBT, family systems).
Therapeutic areas of focus included life transitions and goals, self-exploration,
depression, anxiety, anger management, mindfulness, emotional skillfulness, relaxation
training, grief and loss counseling, self-confidence building, and relationship counseling.
Wellness education with emphasis on sleep, diet, and general wellness practices.
Connected clients with community resources including various psychiatric and medical
centers, wellness programs, and psycho-education agencies.
Conducted clinical intake interviews, and assisted in creating most effective client-
therapist matches for greatest potential therapeutic success.
Maintained caseload of 8-10 clients, with weekly sessions for each.
High School Counselor (2008 – 2009)
Bay Area Community Resources, Marin, CA
Conducted counseling sessions at Tamalpais High School in short and long-term
capacities, as well as led weekly psychoeducation focus groups.
Issues addressed included general guidance and life direction concerns, coping with
academic and family stresses, interpersonal struggles, self-confidence and motivation,
short and long term goal-setting, and special education needs.
Matched students to outreach programs, youth centers, drug prevention programs, and
other community resources.
Facilitated parent and staff consultation, and coordinated with teachers and school
programs which led to vastly improved academic and behavioral performances.
Maintained caseload of 30+ students, with 10-12 appointments per week.
2. Residential Counselor (2003 – 2004)
Baker Places, San Francisco, CA
Worked with culturally and socioeconomically diverse, triply diagnosed clients to
implement treatment plans and develop connections with appropriate resources (therapy
clinics, medical centers, LGBT community resources, psychiatric hospitals).
Developed post-program goals and action plans to maintain employment, sobriety, and
health, which reduced client relapse and increased psychological and physical recovery.
Held weekly individual counseling sessions with clients and led therapeutic focus groups.
Led therapeutic functions and accompanied clients to community support programs.
Maintained one-on-one assignment to suicidal clients, preventing any successful suicides.
Clinical Counselor (2000)
Rose Hill Center, Holly, MI
Organized and led therapeutic focus groups, as well as ran other therapeutic functions:
recreational events, cultural outings, and athletic events.
Connected residents with community employment agencies and social support programs.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Big Brother (2006 - Present)
Big Brothers & Big Sisters, San Francisco, CA
Mentor, tutor, friend, counselor, and positive male role model to an underprivileged
minority youth living in low SES (and sometimes dangerous) neighborhood of the City.
Provide direction and guidance acting as “Big Brother,” which has led to vastly improved
personal behavior, academic performance, and general moral development.
Connect him with employment agencies and local teen support resources.
Consult with his mother and teachers to ensure specific academic, behavioral,
emotional, and developmental concerns are addressed in a constructive, healthy manner.
Sponsor Coordinator (2004)
Children International, San Francisco, CA
Recruited sponsors for impoverished children in Third World countries.
Matched sponsors with agency resources to ensure sponsorship longevity.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Event Captain (2012 - 2015)
Lucky Strike Entertainment, San Francisco, CA
Helped organize and set up high volume social functions ranging from 10 - 1,000 people
Served patrons in fast paced environment, with heightened ability to read guests’ needs.
Realtor (2005 – 2007)
Alain Pinel Realtors, Orinda, CA
Provided professional counsel to buyers in the process of purchasing real property.
Connected buyers with mortgage brokers and title companies.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent project organization and supervision skills.
Microsoft Office proficient.
Experienced in administering/evaluating the MBTI, MMPI-2, WAIS-IV, TAT, and Rorschach.
Near fluency in Spanish.
