04/02/2026
“My Success Story!”
Before Vision Therapy: After my Traumatic Brain Injury, there was a time when reading a simple page felt impossible. The moment my eyes tried to focus a migraine would hit-sharp, immediate, and overwhelming. I had no stamina. Even short periods of visual effort left me exhausted, forcing me to take hour plus naps daily just to attempt to recover. Balance was a constant struggle. I felt unsteady, disoriented, and unsafe in my environment. I’ve had multiple falls and driving was very difficult. Everyday environments felt overwhelming and my world was so much smaller because of it. Daily headaches were my baseline, and weekly migraines disrupted any sense of normal life. It felt like my brain and eyes couldn’t work together.
After Vision Therapy: With the support of Amy and Dr. Rolfstad, time, and work, things began to change. With prism lenses in my glasses and Vision Therapy, reading became more tolerable. Not perfect, but possible. I can read longer without immediate pain. My attention to detail has improved. My spatial awareness has improved. I started noticing things in my environment I used to miss. The constant dizziness and nausea began to fade. Most importantly, I regained stability. I haven’t fallen in a long time. That alone is a victory. Headaches are no longer constant, with the combination of prism glasses, finishing VT and Botox injections, migraines are less frequent and more manageable. I also don’t need the same amount of recovery. The long naps and extended rest periods are no longer a daily necessity. I have more energy, endurance, and confidence. I’m not 100%, but I am miles from where I started. And for the first time, I feel like I’m moving forward instead of trying to just cope. Thank You Amy and Dr. Rolfstad!
Age: Old! 38