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Nikki has had a lifelong passion for understanding the mind, emotional wellness and authentic living. Her academic journey formally began at The University of Toronto where she received her B.Sc. studying psychology with a special interest in neurophysiology. After a lengthy and successful career in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries, Nikki was ready for a change and a future that aligned with her passions and strengths.

Personal experiences with trauma, complex grief, loss, divorce and experiencing life as a bereaved mother, have guided her own emotional explorations and further supported her natural compassion for others. She has an enlightened commitment to understanding emotional wellness, balanced living, and surviving through life’s challenges.

As an accredited Family Mediator (York University, OAFM and FDRIO), Child Protection Mediator (OAFM), Voice of the Child Practitioner, Child-Inclusive Mediator, Certified Coach (Canada Coach Academy) and certified Mindfulness and Meditation Instructor (McMaster University and HOAME Studio), Nikki is prepared to support her clients throughout their journey of emotional exploration and discovery, empowered to live a self-determined, selfdirected life.

Nikki currently lives in Oakville and plans to, someday, travel to Yosemite National Park toexplore and watch the climbers on El Capitan.