The relationship between vision and hearing is stronger than many people know.

When a baby is born, they have all the neurological equipment they need to learn, to see and hear. However, their visual and auditory skills will take some time to develop. If development is compromised in any way, or if an individual suffers a concussion or brain injury, then it is likely that the integration of the visual and auditory systems will be affected.

At The Vision Development Team, we recognize the powerful neurological connection between the visual and auditory systems. These sensory systems share intricate neural pathways that enable the brain to process and organize information from our environment seamlessly.

Depth perception, balance, and sense of security all depend on precise integrated millisecond timing of visual and auditory cues. When these systems are not functioning in harmony, challenges such as poor depth perception, impaired balance, difficulty maintaining attention, learning, comprehension, social engagement, emotional regulation, and memory challenges can arise.

If these sensory systems are evaluated or treated in isolation, the solutions are often incomplete. Comprehensive therapy requires an understanding of how the body, eyes, and ears work together to process information.

Our optometrists evaluate the visual system with precision, while our referring audiologists assess the ear’s structure and function. For clients who need it, additional auditory processing therapy is seamlessly integrated into our vision therapy programs. This combined approach stimulates and engages neurons throughout the body, eyes, and ears, fostering optimal sensory integration. Only through this simultaneous stimulation can higher-level sensory processing and visual skills truly emerge.

Symptoms and Features Treated:

  • Coordination & Balance: Enhance spatial awareness and motor control through improved auditory-visual integration.
  • Attention & Focus: Strengthen the ability to sustain concentration by harmonizing sensory inputs.
  • Learning & Memory: Boost cognitive abilities by refining how the brain processes and retains information.
  • Reading & Auditory Processing: Address challenges in decoding language and understanding spoken or written words.
  • Auditory Sensitivities: Reduce discomfort or overwhelm caused by sound sensitivity.
  • Behavior Regulation: Support self-control and emotional responses through better sensory processing.
  • Speech & Expressive Language: Improve clarity and fluency in communication by enhancing sound discrimination and sequencing.
  •  Anxiety: Alleviate stress by creating a more balanced and organized sensory experience.

With our cutting-edge therapies, you can:

  • Enhance your depth perception and spatial awareness.
  • Synchronize your brain’s timing mechanisms for improved focus and coordination.
  • Filter background noise and distinguish similar sounds with ease.
  • Reduce sensory-related anxiety and experience calm and confidence in your daily life.

Discover the transformative power of integrated vision and auditory therapy. Feel balanced, focused, and ready to succeed at every level!