Visual Skills Clinic @ ClearVue Eye Care

Vision Therapy is a highly effective process of re-wiring the brain in order to operate the visual system more effectively. We have a proven track-record of treating a wide variety of neuro/visual/developmental issues, including:


ADHD       Dyslexia       Visual Headaches       Reading Fatigue       Poor Academic Performance

Poor Attention in School       Stroke and Concussion Recovery       Poor Eye-Hand Coordination


For more info or questions about Vision Therapy or our Visual Skills Clinic, please email us at: visualskillsclinic@clearvue.org, or call us at 916-786-2212, option 5.

I've had enormous visual difficulties since my brain injury four years ago; balance, coordination, memory, planning, and organizational thinking, just to name a few.  Dr. Liddicoat and her team have helped me in ways several neuroscience departments in this state have not been able to; these other providers seemed to have no clue about how to help me.  I am thoroughly amazed at how insightful the team at ClearVue Eye Care has been.  I wish I'd met them years ago.

M.L. - real patient

Good Vision is way more than just 20/20

The American Optometric Association recognizes the following basic vision abilities required for school:

  • Distance Visual Acuity (ability to see 20/20 beyond arm’s length)
  • Near Visual Acuity (ability to see clearly and comfortably at 10-13 inches)
  • Eye Movement Control/Tracking (smooth and accurate movement of the eyes across the page)
  • Binocularity (ability to use the two eyes together as a team for single vision and stereo depth perception)
  • Focusing (ability to read for a period of time without fatigue and the ability to rapidly change focus from front board and back to paper)
  • Peripheral Awareness (ability to be aware of things on the side while looking straight ahead)
  • Eye/Hand Coordination

Is my child lazy?

The likely answer is a resounding "No".  Students who are labeled as "lazy" or "learning-disabled" often have vision-related learning issues or deficiencies in one or more areas that can be successfully addressed with vision therapy.  This is because vision therapy can strengthen and coordinate the eye/brain/muscle connections, to improve things like:

  • ABILITY TO TRACK OBJECTS AND WORDS
  • BINOCULAR VISION (both eyes working together), &
  • VISUAL PROCESSING (comprehension)

...all this makes it easier to read, and easier to learn.


Dr. Leanne Liddicoat is specially trained and certified in Developmental Optometry.  Together with our vision therapists, she provides help for children and adults alike, including those with Autism Spectrum disorders.


Vision therapy begins with a comprehensive eye evaluation, followed by an extensive Visual Skills Evaluation (VSE).  If recommended, we then tailor a custom vision therapy program to meet you or your child's individual needs.

Vision & Learning

ADHD?         Dyslexia?        Processing problems?


We have specific, standardized clinical tests to assess whether your child's visual skills are helping or hurting him/her in school.  Many parents have been surprised to learn that even if their child sees 20/20, he or she could still have one of several vision problems that significantly interferes with their learning processes.  Don't let your child be mistakenly labeled as lazy, disabled, or ADHD.  Things may be less dire than you've been led to believe, and there is help.


Common symptoms of visual-learning problems:

  • losing place or skipping small words
  • difficulty copying from the board to paper
  • avoidance or frustration when reading
  • eye fatigue, headaches, or performing below potential

STRABISMUS

       & AMBLYOPIA

Strabismus is commonly referred to as "turned eye".

Amblyopia is commonly referred to as "lazy eye".


Amblyopia can cause loss of vision due to improper development in the brain even if the eye itself is perfectlt healthy.  The brain is prevented from reading the input from the two eye equally, causing the visual performance of one eye to be less than the other.


The good news is that patching is no longer the standard of care for patients with either strabismus or amblyopia.  New research clearly indicates that vision therapy is the most effective and longest-lasting way to normalize the visual system for both strabismus and amblyopia.


While treatment is effective at any age, early identification is crucial.  Even infants and toddlers can be successfully assessed and treated with vision therapy.

Visual Rehabilitation

More than 50% of patients with developmental delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), or other neurologic conditions such as cerebral palsy have an undiagnosed visual system disorder.


While often dismissed or designated as "untreatable" by other healthcare specialties, we have had great success treating the following symptoms:

  • Eye fatigue
  • Headaches
  • Concentration difficulties
  • Spatial disorientation
  • Light sensitivity
  • Visual Memory issues

Sports Enhancement

Vision Therapy has been shown to directly improve an athlete's performance on the court or field through:

  • Faster eye/hand coordination
  • Improved spatial vision
  • Increased accuracy
  • Decreasing reaction time
  • Improving dynamic visual acuity
  • Enhancement of peripheral vision integration, tracking, and visualization

Spatial vision, i.e. where am I on the field or court, and where is it (the ball, the basket, a defender, etc) is impacted by how well your binocular vision system works, as well as how quickly and accurately your brain interprets binocular data.  We now understand that even people with "good eyes" can see significant increases in visual effectiveness and efficiency through specific sports vision training.  Pro Sports teams do it.  So does the military.

Syntonics Light Therapy


Syntonic Light Therapy operates by stimulating photoreceptor cells in the retina, which absorb light and convert it into electrical signals for visual processing. By using specific wavelengths of light, this therapy alters the function of these cells, influencing how the brain processes visual information. The goal is to bring the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems of the autonomic nervous system into balance. This effectively addresses various visual symptoms, including double vision, blurred vision, light sensitivity, peripheral vision difficulties, visual skills related to reading and writing, dizziness, headaches, and visual stress. Improvements have also been seen in the areas of hyper-sensitivity and body regulation. 


Optometrists specializing in neuro-rehabilitation are uniquely qualified to prescribe optometric phototherapy in cases of amblyopia, strabismus, vision-related learning conditions, ADHD/SPD, traumatic brain injury, stroke, and metabolic/toxic chronic health conditions.  Research suggests that syntonic light therapy can help repair damaged neural networks associated with concussions and head trauma by enhancing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and improving neural connectivity. This neurological recovery leads to better visual clarity, performance, and reduced fatigue, all while being safe and well-tolerated. 

Where do I start?

STEP 1:  An Eye Exam - You must have had a comprehensive eye examination within the last 12 months.  If performed by another doctor, we will need a copy of your records to review.  If you've not had a recent exam, contact us to schedule one.  This exam may be partially covered by your vision or medical insurance.


STEP 2:  Visual Skills Evaluation (VSE) - This evaluation involves both a doctor and a therapist.  These appointments generally last 2.5 hours.  Both parents (or guardians) must be present for at least the last portion of this visit.


STEP 3:  Therapy Plan - The exact duration of therapy required will vary.  Typical treatment plans are 30-40 weeks.  Some of challenging situations may require more time.  Therapy consists of weekly 50-minute sessions that take place in-office with our therapists.  This is accompanied with customized home support exercises.  Between your visits, the therapist and the doctor review your progress and make weekly adjustments to your course based on your results.


STEP 4:  Progress Checks - About every 10 weeks of your planned therapy course, you'll check in with Dr. Liddicoat again to assess progress, repeat testing, and make adjustments.


STEP 5:  Final Progress Check and Graduation - Final testing will be repeated and recommendations made as to how the results of therapy can be maintained and continued at home.  In some cases, additional treatment is necessary.

Visual Skills Clinic Team

We don't like to brag, but we will.  You'll be hard pressed to find a better team of people committed to visual therapeutic rehabilitation, training, and skill building then our team of professionals listed below.  They also train and instruct others in their industry.  For further information please email them at  visualskillsclinic@clearvue.org or call 916-786-2212 (option 5)

  • Dr. Leanne Liddicoat, O.D., F.C.O.V.D.

    Dr. Liddicoat has a passion for Neuro-Developmental Optometry, and regularly holds seminars for both patients and professionals on the topic.  Her commitment and dedication to this fascinating field shines forth most in the results and outcomes of the patients, both children and adults, that she's had the joy to assist over the years.  Dr. Liddicoat is published in the field and helps educate and mentor other optometrists in her areas of specialty.

  • Lindsey Gonzales, C.O.V.T. - Visual Skills Clinic Team Lead

    Lindsey brings her background in professional teaching to her many years of therapy.  This makes her a true pro when dealing with kids, and yet she does a tremendous job with our more mature patients as well.  Lindsey's been with our Visual Skills Clinic since the very beginning and has played a tremendous role in making it what it is today.  Kids love her and parents appreciate her attention to detail.  Lindsey serves as the Team Lead for our therapy department, providing training, coaching, and support to our other therapists.

  • Tammy Van Soldt - Vision Therapist

    Tammy has extensive experience working with children of all ages and with a wide range of unique backgrounds - from attachment related challenges, learning difficulties, and those with special needs.  She seeks to engage each person as an individual, helping them make the most of their own inherent skills and abilities, and celebrating their successes as they work together for positive lasting change. 

  • Mackenna Burger - Vision Therapist


  • Gwen Devereux - Vision Therapist


Vision Therapy Video Resources

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Helpful Vision Therapy Resources & Articles

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  • Vision and Learning

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  • A Missing piece to the Autism Puzzle

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    Reading & Vision

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  • Sports Vision Training

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  • Choosing a Vision Therapist & Doctor

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  • Is Your Child Smart in Everything, but School?

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  • Vision Therapy Infographic

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  • The Vision & Learning Connection

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