Meet Our Staff

DANA DRACY, JD, LCSW-PIP,

Dana attended the University of South Dakota where she received a Bachelors Degree in Social Work, a Juris Doctorate, and a Masters in Social Work. Dana has been a practicing clinical social worker since 2016. Prior to this, she practiced family law in the Yankton community for eight years.  Dana provides therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families of various backgrounds and ages. In addition, Dana has undergone advanced training to become a parenting coordinator, and is a court approved parenting coordinator in the 1st and 2nd Circuits of South Dakota, serving as a parenting coordinator for high conflict families working to successfully co-parent their children. Outside of work, Dana enjoys spending time with her family, supporting her children at their sports and fine arts events, volunteering, baking, playing softball and volleyball, cycling, reading, and spending time at beautiful Lewis & Clark Lake.

ALEXA GAUER, LCSW-PIP, RPT, QMHP

Alexa attended the University of South Dakota where she received a Bachelors Degree in Social Work and the University of Nebraska-Omaha where she received a Masters Degree in Social Work. Alexa has been a practicing social worker since 2012 with experience in substance abuse treatment facilities, inpatient psychiatric care, college counseling, and  outpatient therapy. Alexa completed a 150 hour Certificate in Play Therapy through Heartland Play Therapy Institute in 2019 and earned her credential as a Registered Play Therapist. Alexa also completed EMDR Basic Training through The Maiberger Institute in 2021. Alexa teaches in higher education while maintaining a part-time therapy practice. Alexa primarily works with children, adolescents, and their families. Alexa enjoys being involved in service opportunities, reading a good book, traveling, spending time on the water, and most importantly creating memories with her children and husband.

SARAH BORGERS, LCSW, QMHP

Sarah attended the University of South Dakota to complete a Bachelors and Masters degree in Social Work. Sarah has been a practicing licensed certified social worker since 2022 with experience in an after-school program and clinical outpatient therapeutic setting. Sarah is looking forward to completing Play Therapy training in 2023 and 2024 at the Heartland Play Therapy Institute. Sarah works primarily with children and adolescents, but also enjoys working with young adults. Sarah enjoys volunteer opportunities, reading, cooking, playing volleyball, spending time with friends and family, and enjoying time at the river.

MAGGIE JENSEN, LCSW, LAC, QMHP

Maggie attended the University of South Dakota where she received training to become a Licensed Addiction Counselor. Maggie worked for several years with adolescents and adults in inpatient treatment prior to returning to The University of Iowa where she graduated with her Masters in Social Work in 2020. Maggie works part-time at Meridian Counseling and Family Services where she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults. Maggie enjoys spending time with her family, camping, reading, and enjoying the company of friends.

JENNA BRAUNESREITHER, CLINIC ADMINISTRATOR

Jenna brings over ten years of administrative experience in legal and psychological settings to our agency. Jenna, a Yankton native, loves camping and boating, dedicates time to family and friendships, enjoys traveling, hosting celebrations, and cheering on her favorite sports team, the Kansas City Chiefs. She looks forward to answering questions and welcoming clients to Meridian Counseling & Family Services, LLC.