VisionLink Behavioural Optometry

17/03/2026

Irlen Screening available now at Visionlink 💚

02/03/2026

Positive self observation from a recent patient.

It’s so rewarding for us when we see your hard work translate into real world gains!

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23/02/2026

One of our goals at Vision Therapy is to help children be “the boss of their eyes” so this testimonial means a lot to us! 😊

11/02/2026

Our Optometric Vision Therapy structure is 11 weeks of intensive learning. In that time we really get to know children and their families as they learn and grow together.
The farewell this morning was bittersweet.
So proud of this child 💛 and thank you for the beautiful flower!

09/02/2026

Shared from Irlen International. Our brains are so amazing!

Irlen lenses aren’t meant to change the color of the world. They’re designed to filter out specific wavelengths of light that can overstimulate or confuse the visual system.
Your eyes take in light, but it’s your brain that decides what you’re seeing. When certain wavelengths cause visual stress, the brain has a harder time making sense of the image. That’s when things like glare, words moving on the page, blurriness, or washed-out colors can show up.
Irlen lenses reduce those problem wavelengths, which makes it easier for the brain to do its job. And here’s the interesting part-once that stress is gone, the brain naturally recalibrates. Objects still look like the colors they’re supposed to be.
So even though Irlen lenses are custom-colored, you don’t see a “purple world” or a
“yellow world.” WHY?….because the brain adapts, color constancy kicks in, and the lenses are removing visual noise, not changing reality.

It’s why so so many of our clients say:
“Everything looks normal-just clearer, calmer, and more stable.”

02/02/2026

📚 Struggling with Reading? Discover the Power of the Cellfield Intervention!
Does your child (or someone you know) find reading frustrating, tiring, or slow? Cellfield Intervention is a groundbreaking, neuroscience-based program designed to rewire the brain's reading networks—helping children overcome challenges like dyslexia, poor reading comprehension, and weak working memory.
✅ Noticeable results in just 2 weeks
✅ Improves reading fluency, focus, and confidence
✅ Suitable for ages 6+
The program combines vision, sound, and movement to activate the brain in powerful new ways. It’s more than tutoring—it's brain training for reading success.
To find our more visit Visionlink.co.nz

26/01/2026

🧠✨ What Is Interactive Metronome? ✨🧠
Have you heard of the Interactive Metronome (IM)? It’s a cutting-edge training tool used in therapy, education, and even sports to boost focus, coordination, and timing!
With headphones and motion sensors, users perform exercises in sync with a beat—improving how the brain and body work together. And the results?
✅ Better attention & focus
✅ Stronger memory & processing speed
✅ Improved coordination & balance
✅ Real-time feedback and measurable progress
IM is used to support individuals with:
ADHD
Autism
Brain injuries (like stroke or TBI)
Learning & developmental challenges
And even athletes looking to up their game! ⚽🏋️‍♀️
Interactive Metronome is helping people reach their full potential.
Check out our website for more information!

visionlink.co.nz

23/01/2026

👀 Is Your Child Struggling to Read or Focus? It Could Be Their Eyes – But Not in the Way You Think.
At VisionLink, we go beyond basic eye exams. With RightEye Therapy, we assess how your eyes and brain work together — tracking, focusing, and processing movement in real time.
RightEye is a cutting-edge tool that can help with:
✅ Reading and learning difficulties
✅ Visual tracking and coordination
📍 Book an assessment in Hastings
🌐 Learn more: www.visionlink.co.nz

08/01/2026

Our amazing team of Optoms!
It’s been a very busy week so far 👍

👀 Is your child’s vision ready for the school year? 🎒

Did you know that 80% of learning is visual — whether it’s reading, writing, or seeing the whiteboard? Even if your child can see the board clearly, they might still struggle with other visual skills like focusing, eye coordination, or comfortable near-vision tasks that are essential for learning and development.

👓 Bring your child in for a comprehensive eye examination with our experienced optometrists. A thorough eye exam can:
✨ Detect vision problems early
✨ Improve reading and learning comfort
✨ Identify issues not caught by basic school vision screenings
✨ Support your child’s confidence and success in the classroom!

📍 Book an appointment today —
Call us on 06 876 3777 for Hastings or 06 858 9117 for Waipukurau
Your child’s vision matters! 💙

05/01/2026

Welcome to 2026!

We hope you have been enjoying your favourite places with your favourite people over the break!

The VisionLink team are now back in the office ready for an exciting and productive year!

With the new school year just around the corner, this is the perfect time to ensure your child is ready to reach their full potential. Check out our website, or call in for a free info pack.
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22/11/2025

Acquired Brain Injury can cause many disruptions to vision and binocular eye control.

Behavioural Optometrists specialize in treating the symptoms. Optometric Vision Therapy and Irlen lenses can help many of these symptoms and speed recovery.

Book an appointment with Mark Eagle in Hastings to investigate this further.
Phone 06 8763777

08/11/2025

A recent study indicates a significant overlap between Irlen Syndrome and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In one study, approximately 50% of participants diagnosed with both Irlen Syndrome and ADHD no longer met the diagnostic criteria for an attention deficit disorder after beginning to use Irlen Spectral Filters. Addressing the underlying visual processing difficulties associated with Irlen Syndrome effectively resolved the attention-related symptoms previously attributed to ADHD, suggesting a potential pattern of misdiagnosis in cases where visual processing deficits are present (BarNir, Shaked, Elad, & Tosta, 2023).

Additionally, a separate study found that 64% of individuals diagnosed with ADHD reported visual sensory sensitivities, including discomfort with lighting, reading difficulties, atypical visual perceptions, and challenges processing visually complex environments (Wada, Hayashi, Seino, Ishii, Nawa, & Nishimaki, 2023). These findings underscore the importance of assessing visual processing factors when evaluating attentional and sensory regulation difficulties.