Maureen Loftus
Owner & Director
Center Story – Tysons
During the long journey of raising a special needs daughter I often said to my husband, “If I can figure out McKenna, I am going to start a business based on the solution because I will be able to help so many families”. After experiencing the life-changing impact LearningRx had on McKenna, I knew I discovered the next business I was going to apply my decades of business experience to leading.
McKenna does not have a diagnosis that explains the countless challenges that she faces including delays in every category of development, cognitive delays, numerous medical issues, and more. I was told she would never learn anything academic and would be challenged to feed/dress herself. But I never gave up and researched every potential intervention/treatment possible and tried many of them. The one intervention that made a significant difference is LearningRx brain training.
I knew that I wanted to open my first center in Vienna where my children grew up and attended school. Our children have since completed high school attending Wolftrap ES, Kilmer MS and James Madison High School. As a result, we personally know many of the families that we serve which makes the impact mean so much more.
Over the last decade, we have worked with thousands of families from the Vienna, McLean, Arlington, Dunn Loring, Oakton and surrounding areas. I am active in the community serving as a board director of non-profits, spearheading school-based programs, and more.
Board Positions:
- NoVA-DC CHADD Board Member
- Tysons Chamber of Commerce – Board Member and Chair, Youth and Education
- Annual Chamber Stars Award Banquet (include picture)
- Annual Job Shadow Program (include picture)
- Washington Regional Board of Directors for Washington University of St. Louis
Actively involved in:
- WISER DC
- ADHD Resource Group
- Vienna Business Association
Speaker on topics to help families navigate the complex, competitive academic landscape of Northern Virginia include:
- Executive Function Skills
- Active Study Methods
- What’s the Big Deal about Cognitive Skills?
- The Amazing Changing Brain
- Brain Training at Home
- The 7 Cognitive Profiles of ADHD
- The Aging Brain: How to Keep our Brains Sharp
Maureen frequently shares her cognitive training expertise on local television news shows including:
- Fox5 DC: Good Day DC
- WJLA7 (ABC) Good Morning Washington
- WUSA9 (CBS) Great Day Washington
- Local DMV
Prior to opening her first LearningRx brain training center, Maureen lead several companies in the life sciences and financial technology industries. Prior to leading companies, Maureen provided management consulting services for over 10 years. Today, Maureen continues to consult for leading technology companies and provide contract-CFO services to smaller businesses to keep her brain sharp.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mloftus/
Tysons Awards:
Customer Service Awards (2014 through 2024)
Pace Setter Award – 2011 and 2021
Community Impact Award – 2012, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024
Education Elevator Award – 2018 (from the Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce)
Student of the Year Award – 2013, 2023
Student of the Year Runner-Up – 2014 and 2024
Nicholle
Assistant director
CERTIFIED BRAIN TRAINER
Nicholle began her cognitive communications journey as a brain trainer in 2018. She loves brain training because “I get this natural high when I see my students go through this incredible transformation as we play games to enhance their brain function.” Before becoming a certified brain trainer, the Minneapolis native spent several years working as a journalist for ABC, CBS, NBC, and NPR affiliate stations around the country. Nicholle has a Master’s degree in Broadcast Communications and completed a fellowship at the Senate Radio-TV Gallery. She recently worked as an on-air host for C-SPAN Radio. Her hobbies include: singing karaoke, sewing baby quilts, and pretending to be a stand-up comedian. Her favorite LearningRx brain game is Reasoning Brain Cards.
Adam
CERTIFIED BRAIN TRAINER
Adam hails from McLean, Virginia. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from High Point University in North Carolina. His friends describe him as determined, friendly, and helpful. In his spare time, Adam enjoys playing video games, lacrosse, and basketball. He’s also a certified lifeguard. A couple of fun facts about Adam are he likes to travel and has lived in five states. One of his favorite brain training games is Reasoning Braincards. Adam enjoys brain training because “it challenges everyone.”
Andres
CERTIFIED BRAIN TRAINER
Andres is a native of Fairfax, Virginia. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from George Mason University. His friends say that he is an enthusiastic person who is honest and detail-oriented. Andres likes brain training “because the help that we give to students was not something that was available to me when I had difficulties learning in the classroom. It is also a fun challenge as a trainer!” One of Andres’s favorite quotes comes from
1 Thessalonians 5:18 “Give thanks in all circumstances.”
Christen
CERTIFIED BRAIN TRAINER
Christen Dixon is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. She received a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences from Morehouse School of Medicine and her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Her goals are to become a neuroscientist and an advocate for disadvantaged youth. Christen says, “I love LearningRx because it allows me to push others to be the best version of themselves!”
Neha
CERTIFIED BRAIN TRAINER
Neha is a Ph.D. student at George Mason University, studying Human Factors and Applied Cognition. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, specializing in Forensic Psychology from George Mason University. The Fairfax, Virginia native enjoys singing, collecting rocks, and volunteering. Neha is patient, kind, and goofy. Her favorite LearningRx game is Reasoning BrainCards, especially when she can compete against her students. When she isn’t brain training, you can find Neha studying or conducting research for graduate students at George Mason.
Salina
CERTIFIED BRAIN TRAINER
Salina is a Master’s student, working to get a degree in School Psychology at Lewis and Clark College. The Silver Spring, Maryland native received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Salina’s hobbies include reading, swimming, playing board games, and listening to podcasts. Her favorite brain training activity is Reasoning Brain Cards. Salina’s favorite book is The Power by Naomi Alderman and her favorite movies are Identity and Momento.
Tully
CERTIFIED BRAIN TRAINER
Tully majored in Psychology and minored in Japanese at Virginia Tech. He lives in Arlington, Virginia. His hobbies include physical fitness training, gaming, and writing. His favorite brain training activity is Reasoning Brain Cards. Tully enjoys helping children, especially the “underdog”. A couple of books he read recently are The Reason for Truth and 12 Rules of Life.
