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Vision Development Center

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Vision Development Center

No referral needed! Dr. Joan Bauernfiend, a native of Huntingburg, IN, completed her undergraduate studies at Indiana University in Bloomington.

👩‍⚕️ Meet Dr. Joan Bauernfiend OD, FOVDR – Your Local Developmental Optometrist! 👓
📍Native of Jasper, IN

📞 Schedule an appointment today and experience the difference of developmental optometry and vision therapy! She then went on to the IU School of Optometry and graduated in May 2008. After graduation, Dr. Bauernfiend chose to complete a one year residency at Nova Southeastern University in Ft.

Lauderdale, FL specializing in Pediatrics and Binocular Vision. Upon completion in July 2009, she has moved back to Southern Indiana and now practices as a Developmental/Behavioral Optometrist. Her experience in working with patients of all ages, including infants, has enabled her to utilize both objective and subjective examination techniques to ensure proper vision development in all of her patients.

09/02/2026

Meet Dr. Joan Bauernfiend at Vision Development Center in Jasper, IN, where she works with patients of all ages to strengthen their vision and improve everyday life. Taking a thorough approach, she learns about your health, lifestyle, and vision challenges before putting together a custom treatment plan.

Why See a Developmental Optometrist?
- Binocular dysfunctions: Trouble getting both eyes to work together smoothly as a team.
- Visual motor and perception disorders: Difficulty making sense of what you see and using your eyes to guide your hands and body.
- Ocular motor dysfunctions: Problems with eye movements, tracking, or jumping smoothly from one word to the next.
- Amblyopia: Commonly known as a lazy eye, where one eye doesn't develop normal visual acuity.
- Strabismus: An eye turn where the eyes aren't properly aligned with each other.

Through advanced testing and vision therapy, Dr. Joan helps patients build stronger brain-eye connections for more comfortable vision.

Ready to take the next step?
Call us today at (812) 482-1411 to schedule your comprehensive vision evaluation at Vision Development Center. No referral needed, and we are accepting new patients.

08/31/2026

Small wins change everything.

During vision therapy sessions, we use photobiomodulation, often referred to as green light therapy, to help stimulate and support neurological pathways. But the real reward isn't the tech, it's what happens when the body starts unlocking new movement patterns.

For a long time, turning her head meant her arms would completely collapse under her. Look at this session: holding a stable, strong base on hands and knees while freely turning her head to look around without losing her form.

Progress like this takes consistency, focus, and a lot of hard work. If you or someone you know is struggling with visual processing, coordination, or developmental vision challenges, reach out to us today to schedule a consultation and learn how personalized vision therapy can help unlock your full potential.

08/27/2026

Adults, let’s be candid. How much longer are you willing to live with daily vision struggles?
Constant eye strain, headaches, motion discomfort, or losing your place on a page aren't just "things you have to live with." Vision development issues don't have an expiration date, and neither does your ability to fix them. Your brain can adapt, retrain, and build stronger visual pathways at 35, 50, or 70 just like it does in childhood. You don't have to settle for just pushing through the day.

Ready to see how vision therapy can help you? Give us a call to schedule an evaluation!

08/25/2026

You know that heavy sigh at the kitchen table when homework starts? Or that quiet feeling at the end of a long workday when your eyes just feel completely burned out?

We hear you. And we want you to know that you aren't failing, and neither is your child.

Routine eye exams are so important for keeping our eyes healthy, but sometimes clear vision is only part of the puzzle. When your eyes and brain have to work overtime just to track a line of text, make sense of a whiteboard, or get through a spreadsheet, it exhausts the whole body. It shows up as frustration, headaches, avoidance, and feeling completely drained before the day is even half over.

You deserve to not have to work twice as hard just to keep up.

If you've been wondering why things feel harder than they should, let’s talk. Give us a call, we'd love to help you find some relief.

08/20/2026

MEET THE TEAM: KIRSTIE LANKSTON!

Since August 2023, Kirstie has been a welcoming face as our Office Admin! 📋✨

More than just the voice on the phone! Kirstie loves taking the stress out of insurance and benefits so families can focus on care. "Insurance can often feel complicated, and I love being able to provide guidance and be a helping hand when families need it most," Kirstie says. "What brings me the greatest fulfillment is knowing that I play a small part in helping children and adults gain or regain the visual skills they are capable of achieving." she says.

When she isn't supporting our VDC families, you’ll find Kirstie planting flowers, watching TV documentaries, and cheering loudly on the sidelines of her kids' sports games!

Drop a comment below to say hi to Kirstie! 👇

08/17/2026

Imagine living in a world where everyday tasks take twice as much effort as they should. Reading, focusing, or coordinating your body can feel like an uphill battle against constant fatigue.

This is the pure excitement of breaking through that exhaustion and building strength.

If you or your child are working harder than you should just to keep up, call our office today to schedule a consultation.

08/10/2026

MEET THE TEAM: EMILY SPINNER! 🌿

Emily has been a Vision Therapist at VDP for 3 incredible years, and she loves celebrating every breakthrough with her patients!

"My favorite moment is watching someone realize they can do something they thought they couldn't, or having something they have been trying finally click," she says.

Off the clock, Emily jokingly admits she loves "old lady hobbies" like crocheting, working on color-by-numbers, tending her plants, solving puzzles, and spending quality time with family. 🧶🪴🧩

We’re so grateful for Emily’s heart and dedication over these past 3 years! Drop a comment below to tell her how awesome she is! 👇✨

08/09/2026

On a scale of 1 to 10, how intense is this concentration?

We see this kind of grit in the clinic every single day, and honestly, it never stops inspiring us.

08/05/2026

Does it ever seem like simple things, like catching a throw, staying steady on a bike, or tying laces, take way too much effort?

When depth perception or balance feels a little off, it’s easy to blame bad luck or clumsiness. But a lot of the time, it’s just a visual coordination issue. When we teach the eyes and body to communicate better, everything from sports to simple daily tasks gets a whole lot easier.

Reach out today to set up a consultation and get some real answers!

07/29/2026

Big progress starts with tiny micro adjustments.

Balance isn't about being rigid; it's about staying adaptable, trusting your foundation, and having fun through every wobble along the way!
Watching this rockstar focus and master the balance board made our whole day.

Drop a 👏 in the comments to show her you’re proud of her progress!

Address

255 W 36th Street Ste 150
Jasper, IN
47546

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 6pm
Tuesday	7am - 6pm
Wednesday	7am - 6pm
Thursday	7am - 6pm

Telephone

+18124821411

Website

http://eyesontherapy.com/

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