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"If a child can't hear instructions properly or process what they see, how can we expect them to succeed academically? Awareness and early intervention are crucial."
Today, we dive into the critical topic of visual processing disorders and their impact on learning and development. We are joined by two distinguished guests, Sue Mann and Michelle Kotler.
Sue is the founder of Bright Minds Processing. She's an advocate for children’s rights to comprehensive eye exams, especially those with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) and Visual Processing Disorder (VPD). "Our mission is to educate as many parents about children with APD and VPD. Together we can lobby schools to implement solutions. Our collaboration of professionals will empower parents and families so they can work with us to implement our APD and VPD programs into their schools."Michelle has 30 years of experience in special education, providing consultation and advocacy for families seeking to help their children receive an appropriate public education. Michelle's background as a teacher, school administrator, and attorney gives her a unique perspective on the intersection of legal and educational challenges in addressing visual impairments.
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Our discussion covers the importance of proper eye exams, the challenges in the current educational system, and the profound implications of visual and auditory processing disorders.
Discover how you can contribute to raising awareness and supporting the necessary reforms to help every child succeed.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:50) Sue's Journey with Visual and Auditory Processing Disorders
(02:07) Michelle's Advocacy in Special Education
(03:15) Challenges in Identifying Visual Impairments in Schools
(07:38) Sue and Michelle's Collaborative Efforts
(11:20) Understanding APDs, Raising Awareness, and Educating Teachers
(21:19) Challenges in Pediatric Healthcare and Nonprofit Efforts
(22:30) School Screenings and Behavioral Concerns
(24:53) Parental Challenges and Financial Barriers
(27:05) 4D Built to Read Digital Program
(30:10) Advocacy and Celebrity Influence
(31:50) Misdiagnosis and the Need for Better Screenings
(43:42) Call to Action and Resources for Parents
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"Summertime should be relaxing and fun, but that doesn’t mean learning has to stop. Let’s turn reading into an adventure instead of a chore!"
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Welcome back! In today's episode, we sit down with veteran educator and certified 4D Built to Read professional, Angela Eddy, to discuss the pervasive issue of the "summer slide" and how it affects children's learning.
"With over 27 years of teaching experience in both public schools and private tutoring, Angela's commitment to helping individuals of all ages master reading is truly exceptional. Angela has also pursued further training in the specialized field of Vision Therapy. This unique expertise allows her to provide a holistic approach to reading improvement, addressing the crucial connection between vision and learning."
We explore the importance of maintaining a reading habit during the summer months to prevent academic regression. Angela shares practical tips and engaging strategies for parents to encourage their children to read, ensuring that learning remains fun and interactive.
Whether your child has vision needs or simply needs to stay academically active during the break, this episode provides valuable insights for every parent.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:34) Meet Our Angela Eddy
(01:03) Understanding the Summer Slide and Combating It with Vision Therapy
(03:29) Creative Reading Challenges for Kids
(06:29) Reading Levels. Family Reading Time and Its Benefits
(10:20) 4d Built to Read Digital Program
(11:11) Addressing the Summer Slide in Math and Critical Thinking. Benchmarks Change
(14:33) What to Do Over the Summer Before the New School YearInterested in booking a consult with us, starting a program or booking an exam? Start HERE
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Check out our Digital ProgramsFollow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!
If you enjoyed this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate your support!
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"No matter what people say to you, no matter what they tell you, you always got to keep going and do what you believe that you can do."
Today, we sit down with Noah, a passionate aviator who overcame significant visual challenges to pursue his dream of becoming a pilot.
Noah’s passion for aviation began in childhood but was hindered by visual impairments following an eye surgery. Despite these challenges, he pursued his dream, undergoing vision therapy that significantly improved his eye alignment and depth perception.
With the support of his mother and 4D Vision, Noah overcame these obstacles and recently qualified for his first-class medical certificate, allowing him to pursue a career as a commercial pilot.
Listen how vision therapy played a crucial role in his journey and learn about the determination and support that helped him achieve his goals.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:35) Noah's Journey: From Dream to Reality
(04:50) 4d Built to Read Digital Program
(05:40) Overcoming Vision Challenges and Finding 4D
(10:05) Noah's Vision Therapy Success
(13:34) Pursuing Your Dream Even When They Tell You Otherwise
(15:12) Unexpected Changes
(16:46) An Invitation to Consider Vision Therapy
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In today's episode, we explore the critical differences between various types of eye exams and why the traditional ones often miss issues affecting children's learning and development.
A key question in today's discussion is, why do children rarely report visual problems? We often assume their vision is normal, but the implications this has for diagnosis and treatment are very important.
The significance of behavioral optometry in detecting and addressing subtle yet impactful vision disorders early on is crucial.
We try to shed a light on common compensations for vision issues, the importance of foundational visual skills, and the profound impact that comprehensive vision care can have on a child's academic performance and confidence.
Remember that our 4D Built to Read program is designed to empower parents as junior vision therapists for their children.In this episode you’ll hear about:
00:00 Intro
00:40 Understanding Eye Exams and Why Children's Vision Issues Go Unnoticed
02:34 The Role of Behavioral Optometrists in Eye Health
05:00 "Tablets are Blurry, but at Least it's Kind of Fun"
06:40 Flexibility to Look from Up Close to Far Away and Back Again
09:00 4d Built to Read Digital Program
09:50 Exploring Commonly Missed Issues in Routine Eye Exams
13:41 The Importance of Early Vision Checks
15:02 Preventing Vision Issues: Tips and Programs
20:16 Empowering Parents and Changing Lives with Built to Read
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Today, we shine a spotlight on Teacher Appreciation Month and to celebrate it, we have several activities planned, so make sure to follow us on social media and stay tuned around here to learn more.
As for today's episode, we have a heartfelt and candid interview with Zoe, a girl who previously struggled with focusing in school and suffered from daily headaches. She's joined by Kaitlyn, her mom, who's also a teacher.
They share their transformative journey with vision therapy at 4D Vision Gym, noting significant improvements in Zoe's academic focus, the cessation of her headaches, and her receiving an award for the most improved student.
Their story serves as a testament to the potential impacts of vision therapy on children's lives, as well as on their parents'.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:34) Teacher Appreciation Month
(02:15) Who we’re talking to today
(04:21) 4d Built to Read Digital Program
(05:11) Kaitlyn and Zoe share how they met 4D
(06:05) The first exam and experiencing changes
(08:29) Hopes for what’s happening next after going through half of the program
(09:48) Zoe makes a great invitation to other kids
(10:42) Kaitlyn’s perspective as a mom and as an educator as well
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"We are more capable and we're enough when we are present in our life and connected to our soul, and what it is that we need. When we are, we can connect to our kids, we can teach them that and help them navigate".
Today we have an inspiring episode which is a must-listen for every mom feeling engulfed in the everyday chaos of parenting and self-doubt.
We host Jennifer Wren Toro, who's a mom, a teacher, a nurse, a personal trainer, an author, and so much more. Our discussion takes a deep dive into the struggles and triumphs of motherhood. She shares her journey of overcoming life's tumultuous challenges and sheds light on the significance of self-care, setting healthy boundaries, and learning to prioritize oneself amidst the multifaceted demands of motherhood.
Jennifer offers actionable and valuable advice on stress management, balancing the nervous system, and the power of mindfulness and presence. Striking a chord with the realities of parenthood, this episode is a blend of inspiration, practical strategies, and a message of empowerment for mothers everywhere, encouraging them to reclaim their peace and power in the beautiful chaos of mothering.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00 Intro)
(00:34) A preview to our conversation with our guest Jennifer Wren Tolo
(07:36) Jennifer’s second child’s birth teaches her a life-changing lesson
(10:54) Dealing with high-risk leukemia and learning the power of understanding who you are and aren’t. Resetting your nervous system
(14:11) The “I can do everything” cape and the consequences of “running on fumes”
(17:33) “Do it all, be it all”: the unhealthy societal pressure on women. Redefining success
(24:01) No time for 911: when mom learns to prioritize herself
(34:48) The super powers of voice and choice
(37:58) ABCs to regain equilibrium. Giving yourself permission to pause
Visit her website jenniferwrentolo.com Follow her on IG @jenwrentolo Schedule a Free Clarity call “Power of You” Ebook Free “Simple Shift Guide” to shift mindset Get her book Family Fuel: A Busy Mom's Guide to Healthy Living
Contact Jennifer
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"The healthcare system is really complicated, and there aren't any guidelines currently on how to care and manage TBIs. It takes multiple providers, therapists, and specialists to help pull the pieces of the puzzle together of your recovery."
In today's episode, we had Kelly Tuttle, FNP-BC, MSN, a TBI survivor, nurse practitioner, and author, who shared her enlightening recovery journey and offered advice for others on a similar path. Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) can turn lives upside down, not just for survivors but also for their families. Recovery is a challenging, uncertain process, requiring immense resilience.Kelly's post-injury process included coping with cognitive fatigue, headaches, neck pain, and dizziness. A compelling aspect of her story is her transition from a cardiology nurse practitioner to specializing in neurology after her injury. This career pivot signifies her resilience and desire to empathize with and aid others with brain injuries.
From a TBI survivor to an advocate and author, Kelly is a beacon of hope and invaluable guidance for those on a similar path of recovery.In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:34) Kelly Tuttle and her story
(02:57) Have you heard of Invisible Disabilities?
(06:34) Bringing your closed ones to your medical appointments
(10:15) Join us in our Free Concussion Workshop to learn how to recover from a concussion
(10:46) Creating After The Crash: How to Keep Your Job, Stay in School, and Live Life After a Brain Injury
(12:56) Managing your (TBI) and finding the right support
(14:58) Nurse life: from cardiology to neurology
(17:04) Going back to work after your TBI. The Checkoff list.
(21:08) Energy management, cognitive fatigue and the old/new car analogy
(25:17) Helping your inner circles understand what your TBI means
(28:35) The Medical Leave Act and the American Disabilities Act
(29:47) Surprises along the recovery process
(32:23) Kelly’s suggestions for someone with a recent TBI
(33:18) What is the Most Important Thing I Can Do to Cure My Concussion?
(34:30) Nutrition and brain health
(37:14) The inflammatory response
(40:22) How TBI affected Kelly’s vision and the solutions she found
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Today we discuss the importance of quality sleep for maintaining good eye health. We share some advice on establishing a bedtime routine and maintaining consistent sleep schedules.
We also discuss the effects of blue light exposure from electronic devices on melatonin production and sleep quality. The focus further extends to the impact of overhead fluorescent lighting on eye strain and the benefits of mindfulness, meditation, and visualization for unwinding and relaxing a body, a brain, and eyes before sleep.
Have you heard of the 'Clock Stretch' and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) tapping for mind-body connection? Listen to find out and benefit from multiple tips that will help your eyes feel more rest and improve your overall health.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:49) The risks of not getting enough sleep. Yes, your eyes suffer too
(01:21) Creating a healthy bed-time routine
(03:14) Blue light: is it really that bad?
(05:52) Incandescent or warm LED lights for bed-time stories
(06:54) Are you getting enough sleep?
(08:14) Built to Read Program
(09:05) Stimulants before sleep and relaxation techniques
(10:54) The Clock Stretch
(12:39) Emotional Freedom Technique
(13:26) The Tapping Solution
(14:17) Recap
Read the episode transcript here
The influence of blue light on sleep Blue wavelength light exposure on sleep and recovery of brain structure
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Today we have a special guest on the show. Charlene is a fantastic mom who followed her maternal instinct and brought her kid to 4D Vision Gym. Although he was passing all of his screeners at school and his motor functions were ok, there were clear signs to her that something wasn't properly working.
Her "mom gut" was right and actions were taken.
It's been a wonderful ride and the results are tangible.
Listen to her story and how their experience at 4D Vision Gym has been.
You'll surely be inspired by Charlene and take the next step to improve your kid's vision health.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:34) Why my child isn’t paying attention: Charlene and her son’s 4D Vision Gym journey
(04:01) 4D Built to Read
(04:53) Meet Charlene and how she got to know us
(05:52) First impressions
(06:55) “The momma gut” that made Charlene take action for her kid
(08:33) The experience of starting therapy and practicing at home
(10:19) School Improvements
(11:10) Vision Therapy in Charlene’s own words
(12:28) The biggest change thanks to vision therapy
(13:41) Expectations for the upcoming years
(14:53) An invitation to improve your child’s vision
Read the episode transcript here
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Today we have a "minisode" to celebrate the beginning of 2024. The new year already brings a new and exciting program: 4D Built to Learn.
It was developed to make vision training accessible to families all over the world. By enjoying the exciting exercises and games on a regular basis, you'll notice improved reading stamina and comprehension, reduced headaches and car-sickness, and better sports performance for your child.
4D Built to Learn works by strengthening the neural pathways related to vision. This not only improves visual skills but also enhances cognitive functions such as attention, memory, and problem-solving.If you've noticed that your bright child is struggling more than necessary for mediocre grades, it could be related to their eyes! Things you may notice include:
Poor reading comprehension Frequent reversals of numbers, letters, or words when reading and writing Headaches Car or motion sickness Blurry vision up close or far away Words or pictures appear to "swim" on the page. Poor sports performance Difficulty paying attention to one task for more than 15 minutes. Clumsiness or frequent bumping into objects or peopleIn this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(01:38) What is 4D Built to Learn and who's it for?
(03:08) How the program works
(04:49) www.4dvisiontherapyathome.com
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"We love OTs working on visual perception, and they can even do some free space depth perception and focusing flexibility exercises. However, anything farther than that? You're going to want to consult your friendly local neighborhood behavioral optometrist, and especially if they happen to have a certified optometric vision therapist working on staff with them, as myself".
Today, Jessica Liedke discusses the differences between occupational therapy and vision therapy.
While occupational therapy aims to help individuals live independently by retraining everyday skills, concentration, memory, among other things, vision therapists specialize in visual outcomes and causes for developmental delays.
Although occupational therapists have some training in visual skills, they lack the licensures to use optometric tools like lenses and prisms that vision therapists rely on.
Collaboration between OT's and VT's is definitely important for comprehensive treatment.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(01:08) What is Occupational Therapy?
(05:02) Some of the things that OT’s don’t do
(09:25) Can OT’s do Vision Therapy?
Occupational Therapy or Vision Therapy?Read the episode transcript here
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“Health is holistic. You are a whole person. Your eyes and your brain have so much to do with so much of your life. And this is a lot of what it means to say vision therapy doesn't work.”
Summary of Research on Vision Therapy: https://www.covd.org/page/Research Success stories from real Vision Therapy patients: https://www.optometrists.org/vision-therapy/guide-vision-and-learning-difficulties/vision-therapy-for-reading-improvement-success-stories/ Stories from our own 4D members: https://www.facebook.com/4dVisionGym/reviews
In this solo episode, Jessica Liedke discusses why vision therapy doesn't work.
She addresses the misconceptions and criticisms surrounding vision therapy and emphasizes the significant benefits it can provide.
Jessica highlights the various success stories and research studies that support the effectiveness of vision therapy in improving reading stamina, comprehension, visual acuity, sports performance, and overall quality of life. She also explains the importance of setting specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely (SMART) goals in vision therapy and the need for active participation and commitment from patients.
The psychological aspect of vision therapy and how fear or resistance to change can impact progress is a crucial matter.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(01:33) Evidence and research shows vision therapy WORKS, but there’s still some stigma around it.
(05:55) What is a successful Vison Therapy?
(08:47) Setting Smart Goals.
(13:29) Why Vision Therapy won’t work.
(17:47) Your suffering is understandable but we can provide solutions to reverse it. Your health is holistic.Read the episode transcript here
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Today we discuss strabismus, an eye turn condition. We explain the various treatment options, including patching, penalization, surgery, and vision therapy and highlight the importance of developing binocular vision.
The mental, social and academic impactDriving IssuesAmblyopia
We also cover the social and psychological impact of strabismus, the goals of treatment, and the considerations parents should make when deciding between surgery and vision therapy for their kids.
There's a great need for the two eyes to work together when treating strabismus and there are various aspects of visual function that should be considered, such as tracking skills, focusing power, depth perception, and processing abilities. The role of vision therapy in addressing these areas and improving overall visual performance is crucial.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:52) What is strabismus and what are the treatments.
(02:01) Patching or Occlusion Therapy.
(03:46) Penalization.
(05:06) Why is it important to treat strabismus?(09:48) Goals to aim for as a parent when treating their kids’ strabismus.
Treating the Trinity of Infantile Vision Development: Infantile Esotropia, Amblyopia, AnisometropiaA binocular approach to treating amblyopia: antisuppression therapyImproving the performance of the amblyopic visual systemComplications of Strabismus surgeryThe Outcomes of Horizontal Strabismus Surgery and Influencing Factors of the Surgical Success
(16:07) Asking the right questions to know if surgery is the right choice.
(21:18) How to access the research and integral information about strabismus.(23:02) Why 4d Vision Gym is your best choice for vision therapy.
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In this episode, we discuss several questions we received on a live Q&A session we did with our Built to Read community.
We provide tips for parents on how to motivate their children during exercises, how to make activities easier when they become challenging, and the importance of acknowledging and addressing concerns about vision changes in children.
We also address the question of whether Built to Read activities can be incorporated into occupational therapy sessions and explain why it's important to continue doing the built to read program at home.
Overall, this episode will help you understand the dynamics of the program, what kids and parents can gain from it, and how to properly navigate through it to get the best possible outcomes.
Visit 4d Built to Read Digital Program to sign up, and feel free to contact us if you have any questions. We're here to help!In this episode you’ll hear about:
(01:53) Tips to help your kids stay on track with their exercises.
(03:34) How to approach activities that seem hard for you and/or your kids.
(08:09) The Built to Read program helps parents become more aware of possible issues with their kids’ vision. Pay attention to the signs and act on them.
(12:49) Is it OK to bring Built to Read activities to my kid’s OT or support staff?
(16:18) Keep or postpone your three-month checkup when objectives haven’t been met yet?
(19:56) Is Built to Read for kids only?
(22:10) Built for Life program, designed for adults.
Follow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!
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To honor National Vision and Learning Month, we're discussing the importance of getting a comprehensive eye exam for children before the start of the school year, like the one we offer, which targets many areas and skills that your family eye doctor usually does not cover. These are necessary for academic and sports success, including depth perception, coordination of both eyes, and visual processing skills.
We also discuss the impact of screen time on visual development and offer tips for parents to help improve their child's visual skills.
Don't forget to schedule an eye exam with us before school starts to ensure your kids are prepared for the new school year.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(01:49) The uniqueness of our eye exam: child’s academic and sports development on sight.
(04:45) If kids eyes aren’t flexible and strong enough, why can they look at a screen for such a long time?
(07:18) The Processing Piece: making sense of the visual information. Dyslexia isn’t always the answer.
(11:38) Advanced Tracking Exercises.
- "80% of learning is vision" https://www.covd.org/page/learning
- "Dyslexia is a temporal lobe processing difficulty" https://search.iczhiku.com/paper/TZdxGJUnUDlVygHr.pdf
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“We wanted our patients to feel like nothing was wrong with them. From day one we didn’t call them patients, they were members. Over the next 10 years, I see vision therapy being the household name and Built to Read being what people know.”
Today we’re celebrating our 10th anniversary, and as part of it, we are reflecting on all that has happened throughout this time, and how our vision of what vision therapy could be has evolved over time.
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We discuss how we came up with the idea for our unique approach to vision therapy, centered around empowering members to transform their own perception of the world and how they interact with it.
We also talk about the importance of educating parents on the foundational skills necessary for reading, which we believe has been a key component of our success.
It's interesting how our perspective has shifted over time, from feeling like we had to be the ones to make all the changes in the world, to empowering others to facilitate change themselves with the tools to become self-sufficient and confident.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(01:36) Our definition of vision got us to where we are now.
(04:27) The mission statement we played over and over and the evolution it brought.
(10:43) Empowering the parents and caring as one of them.
(18:52) The biggest takeaways from the past 10 years.
(25:56) The plans for the next 10 years.
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"17 to 34% of what was learned last school year is expected to be lost between May and September."
Today we're talking about "The Summer Slide", a term that refers to the documented decrease in reading ability over the summer months, when kids are not being made to read or do homework.
To combat this, we've prepared a couple of summer reading programs, to strengthen their visual skills: The 4D Built to Read program is recommended to address foundational visual skills necessary for reading, and the 4D Summer Boot Camp is recommended for those who have already completed vision therapy.
The importance of maintaining visual skills to prevent decline and ensure children are ready for the next school year, is crucial...and that's why we're here for.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(01:15) The tools we can provide.
(06:20) How the 4D Built to Read Program can help kids retain their reading progress.(12:01) Discovering the global Digital 4D Summer Boot Camp.We recommend giving this paper a read: School's Out: The Role of Summers in Understanding Achievement Disparities
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Check out our Digital ProgramsFollow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!
If you enjoyed this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate your support!
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"There's going to be times when you come across something that just seems mentally or physically impossible. You can say 'this sucks' and take defeat, or take a step back and say, 'OK, I'm not so good at this, but I can do this." - Coach Ben on not letting your Visual Therapy exercises bring you down.
Today, Jess takes the host seat and talks to our very own Coach Ben. He's a board-certified Optometric Vision Therapist, working behind the scenes, providing feedback to the 4D Vision Therapy team on what activities could be performed to improve patients' results.
He also has a long history with filmmaking, storytelling, and editing, which he has been able to incorporate into his work and the way he sees therapy.
We're focusing on adults and how we approach their vision therapy, highlighting the importance of setting clear goals, even when things seem too easy or too difficult.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(04:32) Setting vision therapy goals for adults. The Simpsons teach us a valuable lesson.
(08:47) When therapy seems “too easy”, Coach Ben tells us how we deal with it.
(14:42) The mindset role when starting a therapeutic experience.
(20:02) A hero’s journey: a filmmaking angle on vision therapy.
(23:18) Who’s the “ideal” adult to take Vision Therapy?
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Check out our Digital ProgramsFollow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!
If you enjoyed this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate your support!
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"We wanna make sure those kids are getting their chance because often they're misdiagnosed. We want to give parents and teachers the tools to help children overcome these difficulties and reach their full potential."
Today we have the pleasure to be joined by Angela, Lindsey, and Sheila, three amazing and highly professional teachers, who all together add more than 50 years of experience in the public school system.
We must say that thanks to their motivation, initiative, and caring support for the children, we are very happy to announce our new Built to Read Professional Certification Program, specially designed for teachers who want to help their kids develop their visual systems.
Angela, Lindsey, and Sheila shed light on the often overlooked issue of children facing visual processing challenges, which are commonly misinterpreted as attention or behavioral problems.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(06:38) Our guests' backgrounds and understanding what Irlen Syndrome is.
(08:38) The missing link, something beyond dyslexia, and a thing called “Vision Therapy”.
(18:03) Experiencing the new Built to Read PCP from a teacher’s perspective and the plans to put it into practice in their daily life.
(31:21) Advocating for Visual-Motor Integration.
(33:52) Tips and suggestions to other teachers on the importance of Visual Therapy.
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Check out our Digital ProgramsFollow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!
If you enjoyed this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate your support!
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"When as a parent you're going through these therapeutic experiences, you can learn a lot just about how your kid functions..we pride ourselves here at 4D, we try to explain to the parents what's happening so they learn to look at their world a little bit differently" - Jessica Liedke
Today we're talking about the importance of equipping parents with the tools needed to ensure our children's success in sports, and how building muscle tone and developing essential visual skills for athletic pursuits is crucial.
We should understand that every child develops at their own pace, and some children may face physiological challenges in certain activities. In this episode we provide examples of children struggling with biking, soccer, or swimming due to coordination issues, depth perception difficulties, or trouble processing their surroundings and how to deal with them and find proper solutions.
Our advice to parents: stay attuned to your child's personality, interests, and provide ample opportunities for them to explore their passions. The role of vision in a child's development is vital. Contact us when your child faces activity-related struggles to make sure their visual system is working properly.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:55) Does my kid really dislike sports or is it something else?
(03:16) When the fear of riding a bike gets too strong, look out for these signs.
(05:48) Making sure our kids have the right tools and skills before performing certain activities.
(07:49) Giving soccer an opportunity.
(13:51) Is your kid struggling with swimming? It could be his visual system. Listen how we’ve dealt with this.
(16:45) A Lacrosse realization and how our program Built to Read helped.
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Check out our Digital ProgramsFollow us at 4D Vision Gym on Facebook and Instagram @4dvisiongymvt for the latest news and updates. DM us if you have any Vision Therapy related questions - you may hear the answer in a future episode!
If you enjoyed this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. We really appreciate your support!
Send us a screenshot of your review and receive 10% off any one of our 4D Vision Gym products or services. And if your friends or family are experiencing inexplicable challenges, refer them to this podcast and tell them, “It Could Be Your Eyes.” - Montre plus
