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Dr Benny Shao, OD - San Jose Vision Therapy

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Dr Benny Shao, OD - San Jose Vision Therapy

We are a clinic specializing in the treatment of binocular vision problems affecting reading performance, worsening eyesight, and lazy eye.

Welcome to San Jose Vision Therapy. Our doctor, Dr. Benny Shao, is a board certified developmental optometrist specializing in vision therapy and works at multiple locations in the San Jose Bay Area. His specialty is in treating binocular vision problems that impact visual changes and visual performance. These problems can impact the patient in many different ways, such as reading comprehension, depth perception, sports performance, visual memory, and eye hand coordination.

01/22/2026

The battle over screen time vs. reading time. 📱📖
Why can your child play video games for hours but screams after 10 minutes of reading? It’s not just because games are "fun." Video games stimulate peripheral vision and don't require the same intense, precise central focusing and tracking that a book does.
Refusing to read isn't always stubbornness; it’s often a sign that the visual skills needed for reading are underdeveloped. Let us help make reading as comfortable as gaming.
📞 (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/problems-we-treat/learning-difficulties/

01/20/2026

The Misdiagnosis Tax. 💸
The economic burden of misdiagnosing a vision problem as ADHD is significant. Between medication costs, behavioral therapy appointments, and lost parental work time, families can bleed resources for years without solving the core issue.
A Neuro-Optometric evaluation is a cost-effective first step in the differential diagnosis process. We encourage mental health professionals in San Jose to include vision screening in their intake protocols.
📞 (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/problems-we-treat/learning-difficulties/

01/17/2026

Reducing the burden on Special Education. 🏫
School districts face immense budget pressure. Many students classified with "Specific Learning Disabilities" actually suffer from undiagnosed Convergence Insufficiency or tracking deficits.
By screening for and treating these visual problems, we can potentially reduce the caseload for school psychologists and resource specialists, allowing funds to be directed where they are needed most. Dr. Shao is available to consult with school administrators and OTs.
📞 (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/

01/15/2026

Anxiety in new places? It could be their vision. 😰
When you walk into a new room, your peripheral vision instantly tells you where the walls, floor, and obstacles are. If a child’s peripheral processing is collapsed (tunnel vision), every new environment feels unsafe and unpredictable. This often manifests as clinginess, social anxiety, or refusal to participate.
Vision therapy expands that visual field, giving your child the security they need to explore the world with confidence.
📞 Contact us: (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/

01/13/2026

Sensory Meltdowns: Is it the noise, or is it the sight? ⚡
We often associate sensory processing disorders with loud noises or itchy tags. But for many children, visual overstimulation is a major trigger. If a busy grocery store or a crowded playground leads to a meltdown, their visual system might be unable to filter the chaos.
Our Optometric Multi-Sensory Training (OMST) is designed to help children regulate how they process sensory input. A calmer visual system leads to a calmer child.
📞 (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/problems-we-treat/omst/

01/10/2026

Tutoring vs. Treatment: The ROI of Vision Therapy. 📊
Parents often spend thousands on tutoring for reading comprehension, only to see minimal gains. If the child has an oculomotor dysfunction, tutoring is like painting a house with a cracked foundation. It covers the problem but doesn't fix it.
Vision therapy resolves the physiological barrier to learning. Once the visual system is efficient, the return on investment for subsequent tutoring or education skyrockets. Let’s refer patients for the right help at the right time.
📞 (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/problems-we-treat/learning-difficulties/

01/08/2026

The hidden cost of "wait and see." 📉
As professionals, we often see parents advised to wait for a child to "grow out of" learning difficulties. Financially and developmentally, this is expensive advice. The cost of years of private tutoring, special education resources, and the cumulative loss of self-esteem far outweighs the investment in early intervention Vision Therapy.
Dr. Benny Shao, O.D., FCOVD, partners with educators and pediatricians to identify visual barriers early. Treating the root cause is the most fiscally responsible choice for a family's future.
📞 Referral Line: (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/

01/06/2026

The "Class Clown" might actually be a struggling student. 🤡
Using humor to distract from an inability to read the board or follow along in a text is a common coping mechanism. It is better to be funny than to feel "dumb." If your child is constantly getting in trouble for disrupting class during reading time, it’s time to look deeper.
A functional vision exam can determine if your child is using behavior to mask a deficit in eye tracking or focusing. Dr. Benny Shao can help turn that class clown into a confident learner.
📞 Schedule an exam: (408) 837-7380 📍 San Jose, CA

01/03/2026

Is your child "acting out" or just "acting out of frustration"? 😫
When a child constantly refuses to do homework, throws books, or has meltdowns after school, it is easy to label it as a behavioral issue. But often, behavior is a form of communication. If using their eyes is painful or confusing, avoidance is a natural survival instinct.
At San Jose Vision Therapy, we often find that "bad behavior" during academic tasks is actually a sign of an untreated vision problem. Once we relieve the visual stress, the behavior often resolves itself. Let’s get to the root of the struggle.
📞 (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/problems-we-treat/learning-difficulties/

01/01/2026

What is your vision for the New Year? 🎉

As we welcome a fresh start, many of us are setting intentions for the year ahead. Whether your goal is to help your child finally find joy in reading, to improve your own efficiency at work without eye strain, or to finally address lingering visual symptoms from an old injury, we are here to support that journey.

Dr. Benny Shao, O.D., FCOVD, and our team are dedicated to helping you look forward with clarity and confidence. Don't let an undiagnosed functional vision problem be the barrier to your growth this year. Let’s work together to unlock your potential.

Cheers to new beginnings and a brighter future. Happy New Year from San Jose Vision Therapy!

📞 Start your journey: (408) 837-7380 🎆 sjvisiontherapy.com

12/30/2025

"The eyes lead the body." 👀

This is a core principle in both vision therapy and occupational therapy. For patients with vestibular dysfunction, the eyes often fail to provide a stable horizon, leading to dizziness and anxiety in complex environments (like grocery stores).

Dr. Benny Shao is one of the few Board Certified Fellows in Vision Development (FCOVD) in the Bay Area. His expertise in the vision-vestibular connection allows him to support your OT treatment plans effectively. Let's help our patients navigate their world with confidence again.

📞 (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/problems-we-treat/concussion-management/

12/27/2025

Visual Midline Shift Syndrome: A hidden barrier in rehabilitation. 🚧

Following a TBI or CVA, patients often experience a shift in their concept of "straight ahead." This Visual Midline Shift affects posture, balance, and gait—areas you are working hard to correct in OT/PT.

Dr. Benny Shao, O.D., FCOVD, utilizes yoked prisms and neuro-visual rehabilitation techniques to re-center the visual midline. This collaboration can accelerate your patient's functional recovery and reduce fall risks. We love partnering with dedicated therapists in San Jose!

📞 Discuss a case with us: (408) 837-7380 🔗 https://sjvisiontherapy.com/

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960 Saratoga Avenue, #213
San Jose, CA
95129

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	2pm - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9:30am - 5:30pm

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+14088377380

Website

http://www.sjvisiontherapy.com/contact-us/

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