By accepting who we are, we open the door to who we can become.

Alexis Zernechel

(she/her)

Graduate Level Student Intern

Heads up! As a practice, we know it’s important to know all the details about our education and experience. However, we also want to honor our values of authenticity and being humans first. If you are looking for all the formal things, keep scrolling (it’s at the bottom).

I believe healing begins by creating space to listen to ourselves with compassion. Therapy is not about “fixing” who we are, but about honoring our stories, exploring the parts of ourselves that feel overlooked, and allowing growth to unfold.

I am especially passionate about supporting teens and adults through major life transitions—such as starting college, changing careers, becoming a parent, or navigating shifts in relationships. These seasons of change can feel overwhelming, but they also hold rich opportunities for growth. Together, we’ll work to embrace both the challenges and possibilities they bring.

I approach therapy as a collaborative process, guided by a person-centered and strengths-based lens. I pay attention to the mind-body connection and to the ways relationships, environments, and systems shape our lives. In our work together, you can expect curiosity, compassion, and gentle encouragement as you move toward deeper understanding and self-trust.

Being an animal lover is a big part of who I am! I share my home with three cats, including a one-eyed mischief-maker (I’d love to hear about your pets, too!). I enjoy traveling with my husband, and nothing recharges me quite like the ocean, which I make a point to visit at least once a year. I also love coffee, crisp fall weather, yoga, exploring Minnesota’s many state parks, and getting lost in a good book.

Primary Populations

Teens (15+) | College Students | Adults | Couples | New & Expectant Parents | Parents & Caregivers of Neurodivergent Children | Later-Diagnosed Neurodivergent Adults | Highly Sensitive People

Specialties + Areas of Focus

ADHD & Neurodivergence | Anxiety | Depression | Trauma | Relationship Issues | Parenting | Pregnancy & Postpartum | Major Life Transitions | Mind-Body Connection | Mindfulness Practices | Self-Compassion & Inner Critic Work

Monday and Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm

Thursdays 10 am - 5 pm

Availability

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I am completing my Master of Social Work from St Catherine University. My clinical work is directly supported by Lisa Nemitz, LICSW.

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