Everyday routines, made whole.
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I believe whole living isn't found in grand gestures — it's built in the small, daily things. I'm Dr. Nikki Giljohann (Latimer), OTD, OTR/L, and I help you reshape your habits, roles, and routines through therapeutic movement and coaching that honors body, mind, and spirit.
✓ Doctorate in OT (Boston University)✓ Licensed OTR/L✓ Published researcher✓ No cost, no obligation
Breath — ruach, pneuma — where movement, mind, and Spirit meet.
Find your path
Not sure where to start?
That's exactly what the free consultation is for. We'll talk through your goals and I'll recommend the right path — you'll leave with clarity even if we never work together.
Book your free consultationDoctorally trained. Clinically seasoned. Whole-person focused.
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), Magna Cum Laude
Boston University — doctoral capstone: "Building a bridge between Parkinson's and yoga," an evidence-based manual for patients, caregivers, yoga instructors, and healthcare professionals.
B.S. Kinesiology & Health, Minor in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude
Iowa State University — the movement-science and behavioral foundation beneath everything I prescribe.
Published Researcher
Peer-reviewed author in the Journal of Hand Therapy on motor interventions in Parkinson's disease.
My clinical practice spans inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and home- & community-based neurorehabilitation — supporting adults with stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, and progressive neurological conditions like Parkinson's disease. I bring that same rigor to wellness clients: every plan is individualized, occupation-based, and grounded in the research.
Licensure & Certifications
Services
Personalized Yoga & Therapeutic Movement
One-on-one yoga and movement classes — or custom routines woven directly into your day — designed by a doctorally trained OT and certified yoga teacher.
- Rehabilitation programs for specific injuries and neurological conditions
- Prevention & maintenance routines for long-term strength, balance, and mobility
- Specialized experience with Parkinson's disease, stroke, and older adults
- Routines built to fit your real schedule, space, and ability level
Habits, Roles & Routines Coaching
Personal coaching that restructures your daily life from the inside out — so healthy change actually sticks in your everyday activities.
- A full occupational profile of your habits, roles, and routines
- Evidence-based habit "prescriptions" anchored to your existing daily cues
- Support through life transitions, role changes, and health challenges
- Whole-person renewal of body, mind, and spirit — open to everyone, with optional faith integration if that's meaningful to you
Not sure which fits? See how it works or read the FAQ — or just book the free consultation and we'll figure it out together.
Where science meets Spirit
Lasting change doesn't come from willpower alone. My prescriptions draw on the strongest evidence in occupational science and behavior change — and they're inspired by my own Christian faith and the conviction that we are renewed from the inside out. My services are open and welcoming to everyone, whatever your background or beliefs.
Balance
Model of Human Occupation
Change flows through volition (what motivates you), habituation (your habits and roles), and performance capacity. We assess all three and redesign your routines around what matters most.
Function
Habit Science
Implementation intentions and context-cued repetition — small actions tied to existing daily cues — are among the best-supported strategies for making new behavior automatic.
Wellness
Spirituality at the Core
Occupational science places spirituality at the very center of the person. Meaning, identity, and faith aren't extras — they're the engine of sustainable transformation.
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."Romans 12:2
Published work & free education
Peer-Reviewed Publication — Journal of Hand Therapy (2024)
Latimer, N., et al. — a study on the effects of auditory cues and weighted pens on handwriting in individuals with Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's & Yoga — Free YouTube Series
Guided, evidence-informed yoga and movement videos created for people living with Parkinson's disease, their caregivers, and the professionals who support them — born from my doctoral capstone at Boston University.
I practice what I prescribe
Movement isn't just my profession — it's my life. Hiking, swimming, paddling, traveling, and finding awe outdoors are the everyday occupations that keep me whole, and the same spirit I bring to every client.
How it works
Book your free consultation
A relaxed 20–30 minute virtual conversation. We talk about your goals, health history, daily routine, and what "whole living" looks like for you. No cost, no pressure.
Get your personalized plan
I assess your movement, habits, roles, and routines, then build an evidence-based prescription — yoga and therapeutic movement, routine redesign, or both — tailored to your body, schedule, and life.
Live it, with support
We meet regularly to practice, adjust, and build momentum until healthy movement and routines are simply part of your everyday life.
Free evidence-based resources
Practical, research-backed guides written by a doctorally trained occupational therapist — yours to download and keep. They're free; if one helps you and you'd like to support this work, the best ways are booking a consultation or sharing the guide with someone who needs it.
These guides are educational wellness resources, not medical advice. Please review the safety notes inside each guide and check with your care team before starting new activity.
Frequently asked questions
What happens in the free consultation?
Do I need any yoga experience?
Who do you typically work with?
Are sessions virtual or in person?
Is this medical occupational therapy? Will insurance cover it?
Do I have to share your faith to work with you?
How often will we meet, and how long until I see change?
How much do services cost?
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In one free virtual session we'll talk through your goals and I'll recommend the right path — personalized yoga and movement, habits & routines coaching, or both. You'll leave with clarity even if we never work together.