Our Team
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Lindsey Powell
Lindsey Powell Owner & DirectorWelcome! I’m Lindsey Powell, Center Director of LearningRx in Maple Grove. It is such an honor and so rewarding to be able to help so many student’s close academic skill gaps by strengthening their cognitive skills. I began my professional life as a teacher, first as a classroom teacher then managing a tutoring center. Over time I found myself looking for answers on how to better support struggling learners. Upon joining LearningRx in 2013, I found the answer. Since then I have worked with thousands of students in Maple Grove, Plymouth, Wayzata, Anoka, Rogers, Elk River and the whole northwest metro area. There is nothing more rewarding than watching a child develop the necessary skills to succeed and choose to read for pleasure. I look forward to meeting you!
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Nate Maus
Nate Maus Director of Training -
Noah Sievert
Noah Sievert Trainer SupervisorI’ve been working at LearningRx since Spring 2013. Prior to that, I had an internship at the Center for Spirituality and Healing where I explored the effects of mindfulness on the brain. I enjoy working with students of all ages and adults, helping them to improve their skills and achieve their goals. Whether we are working on reading, attention, or self-accountability with school, I love to challenge clients to move beyond their current skill levels to reach new heights.
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Chiamaka Okonkwo
Chiamaka Okonkwo Lead Cognitive Skills TrainerChiamaka majored in Psychology at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and she grew up in the Twin Cities area. Her hobbies include reading, running, and listening to music. Her favorite brain training activity is Reasoning Brain Cards. Chiamaka loves Brain Training because she says, " It is an extremely rewarding experience to see the positive changes that Brain Training has on a student's confidence and in their ability to learn. "
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Nicole Santelman
Nicole Santelman Director of First ImpressionsAs Director of First Impressions I have the privilege of being the initial contact as the families enter the center. I enjoy getting to know all of the family members and seeing how everyone grows while the student goes through our programs. Watching the enthusiasm, confidence and maturity that these students develop over the course of the program is the thing I love most about my job!
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Samantha Ohlendorf
Samantha Ohlendorf Cognitive Skills TrainerHi! I’m Samantha, I came to LearningRx with a B.A degree in Child Psychology from University Minnesota - Twin Cities. My favorite thing about LearningRx is applying what I’ve learned in my own studies. A few things about me: I love Dogs & I like to bake chocolate chip cookies. Outside of LearningRx you will find me reading, longboarding, listening to music, or enjoying the outdoors.
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Kara Brathwaite
Kara Brathwaite Cognitive Skills TrainerHi! I’m Kara, I came to LearningRx with a degree from Malone University in Psychology. My favorite procedure to train at LearningRx is Reasoning Brain Cards because I LOVE doing logic puzzles. My favorite motto is to learn to love the little and small blessings, as well as the big ones! Outside of LearningRx you will find me enjoying writing, reading, baking, and drawing.