About Me

P.S. Thanks for visiting my little corner of the internet!

Hi, I’m Nikki—speaker, coach, writer, and someone who believes in second chances, messy middles, and the kind of conversations that help us breathe a little easier.

My story isn’t tidy. I’ve walked through opioid addiction, illness, chronic pain, mental health, divorce, and grief—all while learning to laugh again. Every chapter gave me a deeper understanding of people, pain, possibility—and purpose.

I’ve been the one struggling and the one trying to help someone through it. That’s why my work is for people in the thick of it—and for those walking beside them.

Whether you're a young adult figuring out who you are, an adult navigating change, or recovery, or someone supporting a loved one—I create space for honest conversations, reflection, and real growth.

Rooted in my Clifton Strengths—intellection, empathy, adaptability, connectedness, and positivity—I ask deep questions, notice what others might miss, and meet people exactly where they are.

You don’t need to be fixed. You just need a space to be real, reflect, and take one honest step forward.

Let’s talk about the hard stuff and rewrite the story that once made you feel small—one conversation, one breakthrough, one RIDE at a time.

about my talk

C R E D E N T I A L S:

Professional Speaker through the National Speaker Association
Certified Peer Support Specialist, CPSS
Lived Experienced Expert
Volunteer

What People Are Saying

AAUW member

“You are a gift to humanity. Thank you for telling the truth.”
Dave Anderson, Rotarian & School Board member

“Every group you get to present to is lucky to hear your story. Your positive story is one everyone needs to hear, you are a gift to so many- keep it up, keep sharing.”
Lil Lindsey-AAUW member

“I was engrossed in the telling of your journey, eagerly waiting to hear what would happen next. When you spoke of there being a treatment, I was anxious to hear how this would turn out for you. Your delivery was engaging, and I loved how you pulled humor into your storytelling.
We are so appreciative of your presentation and thank you for enlightening us. I am delighted to have met you.”
AAUW member

“Thank you for your bravery and example. You are a marvelous role model.”
Rotarian

“Nikki was relatable and easy to listen to. So many people have inner struggles that they don’t share with others because of shame. It’s always nice to hear someone overcome those struggles.”
Student-AAUW

“We learn at school that the future of Healthcare is activated patients that are interactive in their Healthcare. This would be a great presentation for all medical related fields.
Rotarian

“A story about overcoming adversity and finding peace with the events of the past that were out of your control.”
Alexandria rotarian

“Nikki is a very powerful speaker who has a story to tell. We all need to hear Nikki’s story as for the grace of God, it could happen to any of us or a family member. Then if someone has moved toward the wrong path we need to intervene and move the person back to the center. Thank you for sharing your story, Nikki”
Audience attendee-Worthington, MN

I thank her for making me feel brave enough to tell my mom a secret I’ve been burdened with since 2019 and she can help them too.