Center For Visual Learning

At Brier Creek Vision Care & The Center for Visual Learning & Rehabilitative Therapy, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate vision care to individuals of all ages. We go beyond a standard eye exam focused solely on visual acuity; we strive to understand the unique needs of each patient and address any underlying vision problems that may be impacting their overall well-being. Our team of highly qualified optometrists, Dr. Susan Durham and Dr. Esther Nakagawara, are both Board Certified in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation (FCOVD) and possess extensive experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of vision conditions. As a developmental behavioral neuro optometric practice, we are uniquely equipped to identify subtle visual challenges that can affect learning, behavior, and daily life.

We believe that optimal vision is essential for success in all areas, from academic achievement to athletic performance to simply enjoying everyday activities. Our practice is designed to provide a nurturing and supportive environment where patients can feel comfortable discussing their concerns and exploring the full potential of their vision. We take a personalized approach to care, utilizing the latest technology and evidence-based treatment techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Eye Health Services for Every Stage of Life

Our comprehensive eye health services cater to the diverse needs of children, adolescents, and adults. We offer standard eye exams for individuals at all ages, ensuring that their vision is accurately measured and any potential issues are identified. For children, we provide developmental eye exams, which evaluate vision function in relation to their cognitive and developmental milestones. These exams are crucial for detecting any vision problems that may be hindering a child's learning and development.

We also specialize in vision screenings and assessments for children and adults with special needs, such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries. Through specialized testing and observation, our doctors can pinpoint specific vision-related challenges that may be contributing to these conditions.

Vision Therapy: A Pathway to Enhanced Vision Function

Our team is proud to offer comprehensive vision therapy programs designed to improve visual skills and address specific vision disorders. Vision therapy involves a series of targeted eye exercises and activities that strengthen eye muscles, improve coordination, and enhance visual processing abilities. These programs are highly effective for a wide range of conditions, including:

• ADHD & Attention: Vision therapy can significantly improve focus, attention span, and concentration in individuals with ADHD.
• Autism Spectrum Disorders: Vision therapy can help individuals with autism overcome visual learning challenges, improve eye tracking skills, and reduce sensory overload.
• Concussion Recovery: We specialize in vision rehabilitation services for individuals recovering from concussions. Our program targets cognitive and visual issues that may arise after a head injury, helping patients regain their full visual potential.
• Convergence Insufficiency: This condition involves difficulty focusing on nearby objects. Vision therapy exercises can strengthen eye muscles and improve convergence, reducing eye strain and discomfort.
• Double Vision: We offer vision therapy to address eye muscle imbalances that cause double vision, aiming to improve visual clarity and reduce the perception of two images.
• Eye Tracking & Teaming: Vision therapy can enhance eye coordination, improving the ability to smoothly track moving objects and integrate information from both eyes.

For children with amblyopia ("lazy eye"), strabismus (crossed eyes), or other eye alignment issues, our vision therapy program provides non-surgical treatment options that can effectively improve binocular vision and eye coordination. We utilize a variety of specialized lenses and techniques to address these conditions, helping children develop clear and comfortable vision.

Sports Vision Performance

We also offer sports vision performance training for athletes of all levels. Our program helps athletes improve hand-eye coordination, reaction time, depth perception, and focus, enhancing their overall performance on the field or court.