Vision Therapy Institute

05/05/2026

05/01/2026

Happy 3-year anniversary to our amazing Lead Optician, Ariel! 🎉

Your dedication, expertise, and care for our patients make such a difference every single day. We’re so grateful to have you leading the way and being such an important part of our team. Here’s to all you’ve accomplished and many more years ahead! 👓✨

05/01/2026

May is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month!

This is a cause that is both professional and deeply personal to our Office Manager Shannon.

“I live with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, along with related conditions including Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), orthostatic intolerance, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Like many people with EDS, I’ve had multiple orthopedic surgeries and expect more in the future—but today, I want to focus on something that’s often overlooked: VISION.

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome affects connective tissue throughout the body, including the eyes. Across all 13 known subtypes, patients may experience a wide range of visual and ocular challenges.

These can include:
- Blurry or fluctuating vision due to unstable focusing
- Myopia
- Astigmatism
- Strabismus
- Binocular vision dysfunction
- Poor convergence and tracking difficulties
- Light sensitivity and visual fatigue
- Dry eye syndrome
- Fragility of ocular tissues, including the sclera and cornea
- Increased risk of keratoconus (corneal thinning)
- Vitreous floaters and early vitreous changes
- Difficulty with depth perception and spatial awareness

What’s important to understand is that many of these issues are not always obvious in a standard eye exam—but they can significantly impact daily life, learning, and quality of life.

That’s where what we do here truly matters.

At the Vision Therapy Institute, we have the opportunity to recognize these patterns, support functional vision, and help patients—many of whom may not yet have answers, may not feel seen, understood, or cared for.

So, this month, I encourage all of us to keep Ehlers-Danlos syndrome in mind when evaluating visual complaints, to listen closely to our patients, family members and friends, and to continue being advocates for comprehensive, compassionate care.

Thank you for taking a moment to recognize this important awareness month with me.

04/30/2026

👀 Your vision is not just about seeing clearly—it’s about how you move, think, feel, and function every single day. 🧠

When the eyes aren’t working together as a team, it can quietly impact nearly every activity of daily living. Reading becomes exhausting. Driving feels stressful. Balance and coordination may be off. Even things like walking through a grocery store, focusing on a screen, or maintaining eye contact in conversation can become overwhelming.

Many people don’t realize that symptoms like headaches, dizziness, anxiety, poor depth perception, or difficulty concentrating may be rooted in how their visual system is functioning—not just their eyesight.

Binocular vision dysfunction can affect:
• Learning and reading efficiency
• Work performance and screen tolerance
• Balance, posture, and coordination
• Driving confidence and safety
• Social interaction and eye contact
• Overall energy, comfort, and quality of life

The visual system is deeply connected to the brain and body. When it’s not functioning optimally, the ripple effects can show up everywhere.

The good news: these issues are often treatable once properly identified.

If these symptoms sound familiar for you or someone you care about, a deeper look at how the eyes work together could be life-changing.

04/27/2026

Are you looking for some encouragement and motivation to be proactive in your wellness? Want more energy and practical solutions for reducing inflammation and supporting your gut and brain so you can feel great?!

Join us at The River Center at Saluda Shoals to hear from local integrative doctor, Dr. Patrice High, about natural prevention and healing with a simple, food first approach. We’ll enjoy a healthy brunch, hear from two amazing friends, and experience the empowerment and fun of our life-giving and impactful community!

Please register here to save your spot for Proactive Wellness on Saturday, May 2 from 10am-noon.
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04/22/2026

We are so proud to congratulate Brittney on earning her Certified Optometric Vision Therapist (COVT) credential.

This certification represents an incredible level of commitment to patient care and clinical excellence. It is earned through an extensive process that includes written case papers, multiple-choice examinations, and a rigorous oral interview conducted at the annual Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association meeting.

Our community already knows how exceptional Brittney is as a therapist—her ability to connect, guide, and support patients through their vision therapy journey is something we see every day. This achievement reflects not only her knowledge, but her dedication to continually growing and providing the highest level of care.

We are grateful to have her on our team and excited for all the lives she will continue to impact with this next level of expertise.

04/17/2026

Help us give a warm welcome to the newest (and tiniest!) member of the VTI family 💕👶

We are so excited to celebrate one of our amazing team members and their beautiful new baby! Wishing your growing family all the love, joy, and sweet snuggles during this special time.

04/16/2026

A beautiful opportunity for mothers in the community!

04/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out today! We had such a great time with you all—nothing better than trying on some hot new frames and having fun doing it. We truly appreciate the support and loved seeing everyone’s style shine! 👓✨

04/13/2026

✨ GIVEAWAY ALERT ✨

We’re turning up the excitement for our upcoming Maui Jim Frame Show on Wednesday 😎🌴

Get ready for your chance to WIN some amazing prizes while checking out the newest, most stylish frames of the season! From bold looks to everyday favorites, there’s something for everyone—and yes, we’re making it even more fun with exclusive giveaways you won’t want to miss 👀

🎁 Prizes
🕶️ Stunning Maui Jim styles
✨ Surprise goodies
💥 And MORE!

The only way to win? Show up, try on your favorite frames, and join in on the fun!

Mark your calendars, bring a friend, and get ready for an event full of style, sunshine, and surprises ☀️ April 15th 9a-5p

04/13/2026

☀️🕶️Almost time!!!🌴😎

Join us this Wednesday for our Frame Show!! 😎

🧀 Enjoy refreshments, light snacks, and plenty of style inspiration.

🎟️ Raffles — 🎵 Music — 🕶️ Sunglasses & Glasses 🤓😎 Join us for some fun! 🌴

📍 Vision Therapy Institute
📅 April 15, 2026
🕘 9am- 5pm