Before becoming a professional astrologer, Nikki practiced law first as a securities litigator and then as General Counsel of the Los Angeles Clippers basketball franchise. While professionally stimulating, her life was psychologically and spiritually wanting of broader awareness and deeper meaning.

In 2004 she began her study of consciousness, immersing herself in the writings of Sri Aurobindo, the history of alchemy, and the work of astrologer Dane Rudhyar. Still practicing law, in 2013 she commenced training in astronomy and shamanic astrology under the instruction of Shamanic Astrology Paradigm™ founder Daniel Giamario.

Using her own life experiences as the testing ground—and recording the results—Nikki gradually came to identify the teachings that were the most transformative. To demystify the gravitational force and energy transmissions of the planets, she committed herself to synthesizing multiple complex disciplines into clear and practical guidance to help clients broaden their own awareness. 

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Minor in Psychology from Georgetown University, a Juris Doctorate from UCLA School of Law, and a Certification in Astrology from TOTAMS School.