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Transforming Lives. Every Single Day.

Why Vision Therapy?

1 in 4 children
goes undiagnosed
with vision problems every year

Of these, 73%
are being
misdiagnosed with behavioral disorders

Baseball players saw 10% improvement in all batting parameters

9 out of 10
post-concussion
patients had improved balance

Take Vision Therapy Assessment SYMPTOMS CHECKLIST
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The Center for Vision Development—Since 2004 Specialized Vision Therapy In Austin

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Visual deficits affect all aspects of life, including learning and confidence. We know they can be debilitating, so we are passionate about changing that trajectory. We also know how frustrating it is to go from doctor to doctor without getting answers or seeing results. Our team has experience with visual problems that other doctors consider unsolvable.

And our services are not just for children—we help adults and athletes too! Whether your child is experiencing learning difficulties or you are struggling after a head injury, we can provide solutions where previously there were none.

We help kids excel in learning, adults thrive at work, and athletes perform at their peak.


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The Center for Vision Development—Austin, TX On KXAN

Center for Vision Development Austin in KXAN
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Trusted Solutions in Vision Therapy—In Austin, TX Why Families Trust Us—Personalized Vision Care

  1. Experience matters—As Austin, Texas’s longest-running vision therapy clinic, we have continued to perfect our services over the last 20+ years. And we’re not stopping any time soon!
  2. Our approach is simple, personal, and customized—never cookie-cutter. We make precise diagnoses and design programs to meet each patient’s needs. Your treatment plan is based on one thing: you.
  3. We are exclusively dedicated to diagnosing and treating functional vision problems, whereas other practices may include vision therapy for children and adults as part of their primary eye care services.
  4. More than a vision clinic, our family-oriented team is with you every step of the way.
  5. We love what we do—even the hard stuff!
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pediatric vision therapy in “Austin & Waco, Texas.”
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Life-Changing Vision Therapy Results—When Nothing Else Works See Better. Be Better. Learn Better. Live Better.

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Children with reading and learning difficulties, such as dyslexia or ADHD, may have underlying visual problems, such as poor eye tracking, that are affecting their academics.

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Correcting strabismus and amblyopia can improve your vision, depth perception, and overall eye health, helping you see clearly and enhancing your quality of life.

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Vision therapy can help reduce dizziness and vertigo by improving eye coordination and balance, leading to better stability, reduced symptoms, and enhanced daily life functioning.

Child with concussion affected her eyesight

Distance should never be a barrier to recovery. Whether you are managing a busy family schedule or living outside the Austin area, our Remote Vision Therapy program brings our specialized expertise directly to your living room.

TBI traumatic brain injury vision therapy for recovery

Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI)—including those caused by stroke, brain tumors, long COVID, Lyme disease, and mold toxicity—can significantly impact vision. We offer a powerful path to recovery, helping individuals regain visual function and improve quality of life.

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Addressing the Impact of Computers on Vision

Computer fatigue, caused by prolonged screen time, leads to eye strain, headaches, and blurred vision. We address these issues by enhancing visual efficiency, improving focus, and reducing discomfort for long-term relief.

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Sports vision helps athletes recover from head injuries, improves visual flexibility, and enhances performance through targeted exercises, reducing injury risk and optimizing vision for peak performance.

Child with concussion affected her eyesight

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) occurs from a blow to the head, affects brain function, and thus can affect vision. Early intervention can improve cognitive recovery, prevent complications, and enhance long-term quality of life.


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Challenging Vision Cases—Striving To Make a Tangible Difference Founder—Dr. Denise Smith—An Eye Care Expert

Learn about:
Dr. Smith who also had a vision impairment

View our: vlogs Dr.Smith
regularly creates on key VT issues for you

Meet the Visionaries:
Drs. Smith & Browne

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The Eye Care Patients That Have Become Part of the Family Our Testimonials Say It Best

Dr. Brown and Dr. Smith are both great with small kids! My daughter has been going to VT for her amblyopia for the last year. Thankfully we caught it when she was 5 and we’ve seen significant improvement since coming to The Center for Vision Development. She barely had any depth perception and her peripheral vision was terrible when we first started. It’s been incredible to see the progress she’s made since coming here. Her VT, Sophie, is the best! Couldn’t recommend this place more.
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- Erin P.
I can not say enough about how incredible The Center for Vision Development has been for my daughter! Our whole family has learned that there is much more more to vision and the eyes than just being able to see 20/20. One day I noticed our daughter's eye turning inwards around the age of 4 and that was how our journey to finding The CVD began. Through therapy and consistent progress checks it has significantly helped her eye teaming and focusing.
3 weeks ago
- Melinda N.
One of my daughter’s biggest challenges has been eye tracking and keeping her eyes from wandering while reading and completing assignments. Although she’s still in the middle of her vision therapy program, I was amazed when, during an unrelated evaluation, her Language Arts evaluator questioned why those concerns had been documented in her previous evaluation since she didn’t see any signs of those symptoms. It was such a powerful reminder of how much progress Luisa has made. She loves her vision therapy sessions, is much more confident, and we’re seeing wonderful improvements in her reading skills.
3 weeks ago
- Caterina L.

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Empowering You With Knowledge—Since 2004 Want to Know More?

Watch Our Vlogs

Josh Nottingham & Dr. Olivia Browne Explaining How Vision Therapy Works

Josh Nottingham & Dr. Olivia Browne Explaining How Vision Therapy Works

What Is Sports Vision Therapy

What Is Sports Vision Therapy

Year End Review - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 7

Year End Review - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 7

Pre School Children - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 6

Pre School Children - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 6

Meet The Visionaries - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 5

Meet The Visionaries - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 5

Happy New Year - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 4

Happy New Year - The Center For Vision Development VLOG Episode 4

Read Our Blogs

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More Than an Eye Exam

As we settle into our new home in the Austin area, our mission remains the same: providing transformative developmental eye...

Back-to-School Vision Prep: Setting Your Child Up for Academic Success

By actively training visual skills like depth perception, saccades, and visual memory, we equip your child with a highly efficient...
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Homeschooling and Vision Therapy: Unlocking Your Child’s Learning Potential

Often, parents blame themselves or the curriculum. In reality, the root cause is frequently a hidden functional vision problem.
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Occupational vs Vision Therapy: What Parents Should Know

Children can continue struggling with reading, coordination, and schoolwork even after occupational therapy when an underlying visual issue remains untreated....

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