Nikki was born and raised in Crossville, TN and graduated from CCHS. She received her college education from Roane State Community College and East Tennessee State University with an Associate of Science degree and has been a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant since 2010. With more than 6 years in outpatient therapy and 5 years in home health, acute care and skilled nursing care settings, she has gained knowledge and practice with a variety of patient populations. She continues to expand her knowledge in women’s health, pelvic floor, prenatal and postpartum care with specialty training through the American Physical Therapy Association in pelvic floor and obstetrics physical therapy. Additionally, she has completed education in Nutritional Coaching with National Academy of Sports Medicine and Birth Doula Training through Blissful Birthing in Franklin, TN and provides prenatal, labor & delivery, and postpartum support through Arise Wellness & Doula Services. Her next goals include continued training in hormone changes, manual prenatal rejuvenation, endometriosis management, and she has a growing interest in all integrative health approaches.

When not at work, Nikki loves spending time with her husband and 2 sons, whether it’s at a gospel singing or ball park. “Their Joy is my joy.” She also loves flower gardening and watching how such a small seed can grow into such a beautiful blessing.

Nikki was born and raised in Crossville, TN and graduated from CCHS. She received her college edu... Read More