Susie McDaniel
Owner & Director
Dr. Susie McDaniel is owner and Executive Director of LearningRx Atlanta & Alpharetta. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree in 2003 and her Master of Physical Therapy Degree in 1993, both from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia.
Susie is a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist. Professionally, she held the position of Corresponding Secretary on the Executive Board of the International Dyslexia Association of Georgia for eight years and also served on the Scientific Advisory Board of the LearningRx National Headquarters. She is thrilled to have supervised this facet of cognitive training in Georgia since 2008.
“Growing up, I always knew that my children would be one of my greatest accomplishments. When my oldest son, Matthew, was born, I was over the moon! However, as he grew older, I started to notice some mild delays in achieving the expected milestones. By the time he reached preschool, he was kicked out due to his attention, sensory, and social issues. I was devastated! Matthew’s struggles took a toll on our whole family. My husband and I were constantly worried about his future, and our younger son, Thomas, began to feel neglected. I even started having panic attacks. As a mother and a physical therapist, I was determined to find an answer. LearningRx was it. When I learned that the brain can be changed and how strengthening skills like processing speed, memory, and attention can increase life opportunities, I was inspired to transition from traditional physical therapy to cognitive skills training. I’m passionate about the lasting academic and social impact of cognitive skills in a client’s life, particularly in academic achievement and scholastic aptitude.”
Susie lives in Sandy Springs with her husband of almost 30 years. Her son Matthew is a senior at KSU majoring in Robotics Engineering and Thomas is a sophomore majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Artificial Intelligence. Neither had academic struggles after completing LearningRx programs. Susie enjoys meditation, trying new restaurants and listening to podcasts or audiobooks while she walks. Susie loves Saturdays at her LearningRx centers socializing with clients and trainers. Weekends also include quiet time at home with her family and two cats.
Miranda Megill
master Brain Trainer
Miranda Megill grew up in Nashville, Tennessee. She received a Bachelor’s degree from Watkins College of Art and Design and a Master’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University. While pursuing her graduate degree in 2011, she discovered LearningRx, became a brain trainer, and never left. “Brain training is the most rewarding job I’ve ever had. I love helping my students earn self-confidence and develop skills, especially problem solving and frustration tolerance. I feel lucky having a job where I make a difference.” When she’s not training her students and other trainers, Miranda loves to work on creative projects, go to movies, and play with her cats. Cooking is one of her favorite activities.
Alero Ojo
MASTER Brain Trainer
Trainer Alero Ojo currently resides in Grant Park, Atlanta, GA with an undergraduate degree in Health Sciences from Middle Georgia State University. Her future goal is to pursue professional settings that improve upon public health worldwide. Alero says, “It is truly amazing to see how LearningRx brings out the best in students. Working here proves that every single person has endless potential. All one needs to do is to take the first step towards personal greatness! It is incredibly rewarding to help usher students of LearningRx toward their best selves.”
Soraya Merriweather
advanced Brain Trainer
Howard University – B.S. is Psychology
I enjoy brain training because it challenges me and my students to push ourselves to show up and be the best versions of ourselves as possible. It is so fun to see and experience the change and growth within my students and praise and encourage them for that.
Being a brain trainer is extremely rewarding and allows me to learn so much about myself and the clients I have the pleasure of interacting with.
For fun, I enjoy reading, doing jigsaw puzzles, cooking, spending time with my family, and relaxing.
Charity Bundy
certified Brain Trainer
GSU Atlanta – Bachelor of Exercise Science
Aspiring to be a physical therapist
I love brain training because it helped me so much in school and my everyday life – after suffering a traumatic brain injury, it was so hard to have human interaction and connection when I didn’t have the capacity to understand or remember conversations and life events. After going through a brain training program myself, I got my personality, my confidence, my happiness, and my life back. Brain training means so much to me. I love being able to share my experience and watch other people grow in the same ways I did and in different ways as well. It’s so cool to me that brain training is like physical therapy for the brain’s processing skills, and I am so excited to share it with everyone!
For fun, I enjoy yoga, hiking, doing anything outdoors, and traveling. I have been to an ice cave in Iceland, scuba diving in the Galapagos Islands, and a yoga retreat in Columbia. I love nature and learning about other cultures and languages!
Jaden Powers
certified Brain Trainer
Undergraduate – University of Wisconsin Stevens Point: Psychology
Current Graduate – Brenau University: Masters in Clinical Counseling Psychology
I enjoy working with people – teaching, training, tutoring, counseling. I like making a difference and seeing improvement. Brain training is just fun!
For fun: I like to do 2D art, drawing, painting, playing video games, anything dance related, watching YouTube, playing D&D, playing specific card games (3 dragon ante, killer bunnies, etc.)
Amanda Alford
certified Brain Trainer
Randolph College, B.A in History
I am very happy to be here and help encourage and guide students to realize their potential. The unique exercises are challenging and fun, making the sessions exciting and intense. I love seeing students feel confident and capable.
When I’m not brain training, I enjoy exploring the North GA mountains with my dog. I also love to read and am learning to cross stitch.
Manali Sunkara
certified Brain Trainer
Manali graduated from Texas State University. She likes being a brain trainer because it brings her so much joy to see students make progress and gain confidence in themselves!
Fun fact: She is also an actor! She earned a degree in acting and is now working out of Atlanta.
Tara Swift
master Brain Trainer
Tara Swift is a master trainer and has been with LearningRx since 2015. Originally from the sunny state of Florida, she has lived all over the U.S. and spent a lot of time in Southeast Asia. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Florida Gulf Coast University and looks to pursue graduate school in counseling. “LearningRx was exactly what I needed when I found it, and it continues to feel like home. My goal is always to instill in my students a confident ambition to try new things without giving in to the fear of failure. When we let go of being right, the right answer shows up.”
