
Vision Therapy as Awareness Training
When most people think of vision therapy, they picture exercises for the eyes. What I’ve come to learn is that vision therapy is really awareness training.
When most people think of vision therapy, they picture exercises for the eyes. What I’ve come to learn is that vision therapy is really awareness training.
In functional optometry and vision therapy, lenses are more than tools for clarity. They can shift how the brain organizes information, how the body feels, and how we connect to what we see.
I still remember the moment my vision “popped.” What once looked flat suddenly came alive with depth and color. That experience taught me something powerful which is vision isn’t just about seeing, it’s about how our brain and body experience the world together.
Do your eyes ever feel gritty, tired, or like you just can’t get enough relief from drops?
You’re not alone. Dry, irritated eyes are one of the most common struggles people face today thanks to long hours on screens, allergies, aging, and the dry New Mexico climate.
We’ve helped countless keratoconus patients in Albuquerque who once believed they had “no hope.” With personalized scleral lenses, clear and comfortable vision isn’t just possible it’s within reach.
Myopia (nearsightedness) is on the rise, showing up in children at younger ages and progressing faster than ever before. Stronger prescriptions may help your child see today, but they don’t stop the underlying problem.