Family Vision Care and Vision Therapy

05/14/2026

👀✨ Ever notice how your head, neck, and jaw feel tight after reading or screen time?

That might not just be posture… your visual system could be working overtime.

Enter 👉 Bi-nasal occlusion

This simple vision therapy tool helps reduce visual crowding by gently limiting the inner visual fields—so your brain isn’t constantly “over-processing” everything at once.

💡 What patients often notice:
• Less head & neck tension
• Reduced jaw clenching
• More relaxed focus during near work
• Improved comfort with reading/screens

👁️ It’s not about seeing less—it’s about helping your visual system work smarter, not harder.

👇 Let’s make it interactive:
When you’re reading or on screens, where do YOU feel tension most?
A) Jaw 😬
B) Neck 💆‍♀️
C) Head 🤯
D) All of the above 🙃

Drop your answer below ⬇️

05/03/2026

🎙️ Excited to share Dr. Hong’s first podcast feature on Empowering Exceptional Minds! ✨

Vision is often the “missing link,” even if the student has 20/20 eyesight. Share with a parent or educator of a bright student who is struggling, as this episode could make all the difference!

Dr. Hong takes a deep dive into:
🧠 Neurodiversity & undetected vision problems
⚽ Vision in Sports & Concussion Recovery
👓 Modern Eye Health Strategies for myopia and dry eye prevention and management
👁️ What to ask for at your eye exam to get the right evaluation
💻Find more info or a doctor near you: www.ovdra.com www.visionhelp.com

Listen now, share and let us know what you think!

Link to Podcast in bio. Listen on Spotify, Apple, or YouTube.

04/30/2026

We’re back from an inspiring week at the OVDRA Annual Neuro-Optometry Meeting in Kentucky!
Surrounded by leaders in the field, we explored the latest advances in neuro-optometry and deepened our commitment to vision therapy as a powerful tool for brain-based visual rehabilitation. From clinical insights to collaborative breakthroughs, the message was clear: when we treat vision as a neurological function, we change lives.
Grateful to learn, grow, and bring new energy back to our patients and community.

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04/04/2026

We had an incredible time tabling at the Myasthenia Gravis Community Health Fair! 💜
It was such a meaningful experience connecting with individuals, families, and fellow healthcare professionals while sharing how neuro-optometry and vision therapy can support those navigating neurological conditions.
From discussing visual fatigue and double vision to highlighting how the brain and eyes work together, we loved bringing awareness to the role vision plays in overall function and quality of life.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table, asked questions, and shared your stories—we’re honored to be part of such a strong and inspiring community. 💫
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03/21/2026

Blurry at night? Headaches after screen time? It might not just be “bad eyesight” — astigmatism could be the reason 👀
Astigmatism happens when the eye’s shape causes light to focus unevenly, leading to distorted or strained vision. Glasses and contacts can help, but they don’t always address the root of how your eyes work together.
That’s where vision therapy comes in ✨
It’s like physical therapy for your eyes — helping improve coordination, focus, and visual comfort over time.
Clear vision isn’t just about seeing 20/20 — it’s about how your eyes work together every day.

03/20/2026

With March being Save Your Vision Month, it was the perfect time to dive into how visual skills act as the foundation for learning and physical performance.

Check out our amazing Dr. Carole Hong, where she was a guest on the Empowering Exceptional Minds podcast
In this episode. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2WtDfsc6jU

They explored:
• 🧠 Neurodiversity: Why vision is often the "missing link" in reading, learning and attention.
• ⚽ Sports & Recovery: The role of vision in athletic performance and concussion/TBI recovery.
• 👓 Eye Health: Modern strategies for myopia management and Dry Eyes.

If you are a parent or educator working with a bright student who "hates" reading, can’t concentrate or just isn’t reaching their potential, the answer might be in their visual system, not their motivation.

Do you know a bright, capable student who still struggles with reading, attention, or learning—even after passing a school vision screening or getting glasse...

03/12/2026

✨ Ever notice lights at night looking like streaks, starbursts, or smears? That can happen with astigmatism.

Astigmatism occurs when the eye’s shape causes light to focus unevenly on the retina. The result? Blurry vision, glare, and those annoying light streaks—especially when driving at night. 🚗💡

Glasses or contacts can help sharpen the image, but sometimes the visual system also needs to learn how to process and coordinate vision more efficiently. That’s where vision therapy comes in. 👁️

Vision therapy uses guided exercises to improve how the eyes work together and how the brain interprets visual information—helping reduce strain and improve overall visual performance.

If night lights look more like fireworks than headlights, it might be time for a comprehensive vision evaluation.

02/23/2026

We love hearing about the success of patients in vision therapy and wanted to share....

Joshua's Success Story!

02/20/2026

🍷✨ Wine Down Wednesday at Family Vision Care & Vision Therapy ✨🍷

What an incredible evening of connection, collaboration, and community!
Wine Down Wednesday brought together vision therapists and occupational therapists for a meaningful networking event focused on building bridges right here in our community. 🤝💙
When Vision Therapy and OT collaborate, amazing things happen. From supporting visual-motor integration and sensory processing to strengthening attention, coordination, and academic success — our shared goal is helping patients thrive in every environment.

This event was all about:
👓 Strengthening interdisciplinary partnerships
🧠 Sharing knowledge and clinical insight
🌉 Creating stronger referral relationships
💬 Opening conversations that lead to better outcomes

We believe that when professionals connect, families benefit. Thank you to everyone who joined us to make this evening so impactful. Here’s to continued collaboration and community growth! 🥂

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02/02/2026

A baby should have their first eye exam between 6-12 mos of age. Through the InfantSEE® program it's at No Cost. Find out more at Infantsee.org. Call us to schedule today and ensure your child's bright future includes healthy eyes and proper visual skills needed for development! 650-593-1661.

01/23/2026

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) doesn’t always look like what people expect—but healing can happen. 🧠✨
Vision-based treatments and the brain’s natural ability to adapt play a powerful role in recovery. Here’s how:

• Vision Therapy
Helps retrain how the eyes and brain communicate. After a TBI, visual processing (focus, tracking, depth perception) can be disrupted—vision therapy rebuilds those neural pathways.

• Specialized Lenses
Reduce visual stress and sensory overload. These lenses support balance, clarity, and nervous system regulation by correcting subtle visual distortions caused by brain injury.

• Neuroplasticity
The brain’s ability to rewire itself. With targeted, repetitive input, the brain can form new connections and compensate for injured areas over time.

Healing isn’t linear—but the brain is adaptable. 💪