OCVT - The Optometry Center for Vision Therapy

OCVT - The Optometry Center for Vision Therapy Welcome to OCVT. Our expert team is dedicated to providing the highest quality vision therapy servi

OCVT Locations:

OCVT Pecan Park
10601 Pecan Park Blvd, Suite 201
Austin, TX 78750
Phone: 512-401-0400

OCVT Westlake
6836 Bee Caves Road, Bldg. 1, Suite 100
Austin, TX 78746
Phone: 512-614-1640

OCVT San Antonio
255 E Sonterra Blvd, Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78258
Phone: 210-490-9900

Navigating life after a brain injury is hard — you don't have to do it alone. Join our OCVT Brain Injury Support Group o...
08/28/2026

Navigating life after a brain injury is hard — you don't have to do it alone. Join our OCVT Brain Injury Support Group on the first Tuesday of every month at 11:00 AM CST. It's a safe space to connect with others, share experiences, and explore the healing process together. RSVP today at ocvt.info/rsvp or call your nearest location to learn more. 🧠

Westlake | (512) 614-1640
Pecan Park | (512) 401-0400
San Antonio Stone Oak | (210) 490-9900

Celebrating Back to School Season with a little Ice Cream Sundae Party!! 🍦☀️📓What’s your go-to ice cream topping?
08/22/2026

Celebrating Back to School Season with a little Ice Cream Sundae Party!! 🍦☀️📓
What’s your go-to ice cream topping?

Why does emotional spiraling happen after a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)? 🧠💥 It’s not "all in your head"—a TBI directly ...
08/18/2026

Why does emotional spiraling happen after a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)? 🧠💥 It’s not "all in your head"—a TBI directly alters how the brain processes stress and regulates emotion.

Here’s what’s happening behind the scenes:

Frontal Lobe Vulnerability: Damage to frontal lobes makes it harder to keep small issues in context.

Disrupted Emotional Brakes: The connection between the amygdala (emotional hub) and prefrontal cortex (emotional brakes) can be cut or weakened, causing emotions to intensify fast.

Cognitive Fatigue: A tired brain has fewer mental resources left to buffer everyday stress.

Heightened Stress Sensitivity: The nervous system can get stuck in "fight or flight," overreacting to minor triggers.

Stuck Thoughts: Reduced cognitive flexibility leads to rumination and catastrophizing.

Neuro-optometric rehabilitation and vision therapy can help calm hyper-sensitive visual-neurological pathways to support complete brain recovery. 💙

🔗 Learn more & schedule an evaluation: ocvt.info

What if a child's brain forgets what their eyes just saw? 🧠👁️Visual memory is the ability to recall visual information—l...
08/14/2026

What if a child's brain forgets what their eyes just saw? 🧠👁️

Visual memory is the ability to recall visual information—like letters, words, shapes, or patterns—long enough to process and make sense of them. When visual memory is weak, learning can become a constant uphill battle.

Here is why it matters:

Reading & Spelling: Strong visual memory helps children instantly recognize sight words and retain letter sequences for spelling.

Math Recall: It allows students to visualize math problems, remember steps, and recall basic math facts quickly.

Signs of Difficulty: Children with weak visual memory may frequently re-read lines, mix up similar letters, or take much longer to complete homework.

The good news? Visual memory can be trained and strengthened! Activities like puzzles, memory-matching games, and targeted vision therapy exercises can retrain the brain to process and retain visual data efficiently.

If your child struggles with reading comprehension or memory recall, vision therapy could be the missing key. 💡

🔗 Schedule a free consultation today: ocvt.info

August is Vision & Learning Month, and here’s the truth: 20/20 eyesight isn't enough for the classroom. 📚A standard eye ...
08/11/2026

August is Vision & Learning Month, and here’s the truth: 20/20 eyesight isn't enough for the classroom. 📚

A standard eye exam only tests distance vision—it misses the 17 functional visual skills (like eye tracking and teaming) required for reading.

📊 25% of students have a vision deficiency glasses can't fix.

🧠 75% of kids with learning differences (like dyslexia/ADHD) have a visual skill deficit.

🚩 Red Flags: Skipping lines, closing one eye, post-homework headaches, or letter reversals.

If reading is a struggle, the issue might be visual—not behavioral! 💡

Swipe through to test your vision skills, and ensure your child is ready to thrive this school year.

🔗 Visit ocvt.info or call today for a complimentary consultation!

Did you know kids now spend an average of 6–8 hours a day in front of screens? 📱👀Between homework, gaming, and tablets, ...
08/07/2026

Did you know kids now spend an average of 6–8 hours a day in front of screens? 📱👀

Between homework, gaming, and tablets, that's nearly a full school day of device use! Extended screen time can significantly increase your child’s risk for digital eye strain, frequent headaches, and even myopia (nearsightedness).

Here are 3 easy tips to help protect your child’s vision:

Follow the 20-20-20 Rule: Every 20 minutes, have them look at an object 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds.

Get Outside: Encourage daily outdoor play to give their eyes a natural break and focus on distant views.

Keep Bedrooms Device-Free at Night: Removing screens before bed protects both their vision and essential sleep quality.

Protecting your child’s eyesight starts with proactive care! Schedule a comprehensive back-to-school eye exam to catch visual issues early and keep their eyes healthy all year long. 🎒✨

🔗 Learn more & schedule a visit: ocvt.info

08/04/2026

20/20 vision doesn't guarantee an effective visual system! August is Vision and Learning month and OCVT will be sharing information all month long to help spread awareness on "THE VISION AND LEARNING CONNECTION"! Check out the first video discussing 20/20 vision and the other visual efficiency skills needed for sucess in the classroom!
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Does your child struggle to sit still, lose their place while reading, or constantly fidget in class? 🪑 It might not be ...
08/04/2026

Does your child struggle to sit still, lose their place while reading, or constantly fidget in class? 🪑 It might not be a behavioral issue—it could be a retained Spinal Galant Reflex.

This natural infant reflex is meant to fade by 9 months. If it stays active, any touch or friction on the lower back triggers an involuntary urge to squirm.

This constant physical restlessness indirectly hurts vision and focus. When a child is always moving, their eyes struggle to smoothly fixate, track words, and sustain attention on a page—frequently leading to reading fatigue and behavior struggles.

The good news? Therapies like reflex integration and vision therapy help retrain these neurological building blocks so your child can sit comfortably and thrive!

👉 Swipe to learn the signs and visit ocvt.info to get started.

✨Team Member Spotlight✨OCVT’s very own vision therapist, Andrew, performed with his band this past weekend. He had a gro...
07/24/2026

✨Team Member Spotlight✨

OCVT’s very own vision therapist, Andrew, performed with his band this past weekend. He had a group of cheerleaders consisting of familiar faces Avery, Lexi, Lauren, Nevaeh, and Kristin! We love you Andrew!🎹

07/18/2026

Not all vision problems are visible. 👀

Did you know someone can have 20/20 eyesight and still struggle with a vision problem?

Vision is so much more than seeing clearly. It’s how your eyes work together, focus, track, and send information to your brain. When these skills aren’t working efficiently, they can impact reading, learning, sports, attention, and even confidence without anyone realizing vision is the cause.

Vision deficiencies often go undetected because children and adults assume everyone sees the world the same way they do.

✨ If something feels “off,” trust your instincts. A comprehensive vision evaluation can uncover what a routine eye exam may not.

🗣️DM us to schedule a complimentary consultation!!

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