Dianne Nikakis, COTA/L

Dianne Nikakis, COTA/L

Hi I'm Dianne Nikakis. Working with children is my passion! I completed my degree in Psychology at Sacramento State University, and worked for Elk Grove Unified School District's Early Mental Health Initiative Program as a play therapist for 6 years. When my youngest child entered kindergarten, I went back to school and graduated from Sacramento City College's COTA program. I have worked in the field of Occupational Therapy in outpatient pediatric, aquatic, and school-based settings in 5 different states for over 15 years. Combining fun and function is one of my greatest strengths. I am always on the lookout for cool new stuff to share with the kiddos.

DID YOU KNOW?

I was a former Crossfit competitor and placed in many competitions but I WON "The Fittest of Elk Grove" 35 and over competition with a 325 lb deadlift! A torn rotator cuff, biceps tendon, and ACL sidelined me for a bit, but I have been staying active with a new hobby, BOXING.