Behavioural Optometrist On The Central Coast
Great vision is part of achieving success at work, home, sport and life!
Kids’ Vision & Beyond Seeing More Than 20/20
Good vision isn’t just about being able to see letters on a chart. For children (and adults), healthy vision means the eyes and brain work together to process information clearly and efficiently. Behavioural optometry looks beyond “20/20” eyesight, assessing how well your visual system supports learning, reading, concentration, and everyday life.
At Eyes by Design, we provide behavioural optometry services that help children reach their full potential, in the classroom and beyond.
Adults with ongoing vision challenges, eye strain, or binocular vision problems can also benefit from this approach.
Why Vision Matters for Learning & Development
It’s estimated that up to 80% of learning in school is visual. If your child’s visual system isn’t working as it should, they may struggle with:
- Reading fluency and comprehension
- Copying from the board
- Concentration and focus
- Confidence in their schoolwork
Without support, these difficulties can lead to frustration, fatigue, or lower self-esteem. A behavioural approach helps uncover the “hidden” visual issues that traditional eye tests may miss.
Signs Your Child May Need a Behavioural Optometry Assessment
Every child is different, but common signs of vision-related learning difficulties include:
Adults may notice similar symptoms, especially after long screen use or visually demanding work.
The Benefits of Behavioural Optometry
By addressing hidden visual issues, behavioural optometry can lead to:
Book a Behavioural Optometry Appointment
If your child is struggling with reading, concentration, or confidence, or if you’re an adult experiencing ongoing eye strain or binocular vision issues, it may be time for a behavioural optometry assessment.
Related Services:
- Digital Eye Strain – relief for tired eyes and screen fatigue
- Kids Optometry – comprehensive care for children
- Vision Therapy
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Common Conditions Assessed & Managed
Behavioural optometrists look for visual skill difficulties and eye coordination problems that may hold children and adults back.
- Amblyopia (Lazy Eye): reduced vision in one eye caused by the brain favouring the other eye.
- Strabismus (Crossed Eyes): eyes not aligning properly, leading to double vision or reduced depth perception
- Binocular Vision Disorders: poor teamwork between the eyes, causing eyestrain, double vision, or headaches
- Visual Processing Difficulties: challenges with memory, discrimination, or comprehension of what is seen
- Tracking & Focusing Issues: difficulty moving smoothly across text, sustaining attention to near work or switching focus from near to far
Our Approach to Behavioural Optometry
We take a holistic, individualised approach that may include:
- Behavioural eye assessments: assessing more than sight, but also functional skills like eye teaming, tracking, focusing, and processing
- Vision therapy: activities to improve visual control
- Tailored lens solutions: therapeutic lenses to support visual function
- Collaboration with other professionals: working with teachers, medical and allied health care professionals to unlock your child’s potential
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Step 1
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If you’re a new client, welcome to Eyes By Design. Please complete our form to find out a little more about you, your health and your vision concerns.
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Servicing the Central Coast for over 25 years. Convenient Kincumber Location.
