BEHAVIOURAL OPTOMETRY
Specific process, function and task-related, behavioural optometry deals with a variety of processing disorders such as dyslexia and concentration issues.
Find Out MoreWHAT IS BEHAVIOURAL OPTOMETRY?
Specific process, function and task-related, behavioural optometry deals with a variety of processing disorders such as dyslexia and concentration issues.
ADHD and various forms of autism are also facilitated into a greater ease of visual consciousness that has positive effects on behaviour.
Changing spatial context and perspective using appropriate lens and prism can positively affect and change these conditions.
DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
- Retinoscopy
- Autorefraction
- Counselling – explaining the issue and looking at its treatment in new possibilities
- Lens and prism using balanced binocular integration
- Supporting the visual system with sequential lens and prism interaction and integration
- Periodical reviews – normally 6 months or stated otherwise
BEHAVIOURAL OPTOMETRY FAQS
While traditional optometry primarily addresses the clarity of sight and the health of the eyes, behavioural optometry considers the visual cognitive skills and the motor skills necessary for effective visual perception. It often includes therapy to improve visual processing abilities.
Individuals of all ages can benefit, especially those experiencing visual challenges that affect learning, such as children with learning difficulties, people with strabismus (crossed eyes) or amblyopia (lazy eye), or anyone suffering from visual stress or strain.
Behavioural optometry can help manage issues such as eye strain, headaches from visual tasks, learning disabilities related to vision, difficulties with eye movement and coordination, and problems associated with attention and concentration.
An assessment typically includes a comprehensive evaluation of visual acuity, eye health, and visual processing skills. It may involve tests to assess how eyes track, focus, and work together, as well as how effectively visual information is processed and integrated with other senses.
Yes, behavioural optometry can significantly enhance sports vision performance by improving skills such as eye-hand coordination, depth perception, and dynamic visual acuity, all of which are crucial for athletic activities.
Treatments may include tailored vision therapy exercises, the use of therapeutic lenses, prisms, and filters, and advice on visual habits. Therapy is customised to meet the specific needs of the patient and their unique visual challenges.
The duration of treatment varies depending on the individual’s needs and the specific issues being addressed. Some patients see improvements quickly, while others require ongoing therapy to achieve optimal results.
Coverage can vary by insurance provider and plan. Patients should consult their insurance to understand what services are covered under their specific policy.
The frequency of visits can depend on the specific treatment plan. Some patients may need weekly sessions, while others might visit less frequently. Regular assessments will help track progress and make adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.
Benefits of Behavioural Optometry:
Realign sensory, muscle and optics for easier reading and comprehension abilities in dyslexia
Help the brain in ADHD to help focus easier and aid concentration capacity
Facilitate localisation of sound in auditory processing disorders
Alleviate some autistic behaviours in learning
Facilitate attentiveness through easier focusing and thereby concentration
Support and redirect visual vagueness and brain function
Microprism Guarantee
We understand that exploring something new with your vision can feel unfamiliar.
Our role is to support you through the integration process with clarity, care, and ongoing guidance.
All QPS lenses include a 4-week integration support period from the date your lenses are fitted.
During this time, if something doesn’t feel right, we will bring you back in, reassess your prescription, and make any adjustments needed to improve comfort and function. This may include additional integration support, frame adjustments, or a remake of your lenses where clinically appropriate.
Most issues can be resolved with a short follow-up appointment, and these are included within the guarantee period.
QPS is not about locking in a prescription.
It’s about moving your system forward.
Because QPS works with your system as it adapts, changes in your prescription can sometimes reflect progress rather than a problem. Where further updates are needed beyond the initial period, we will guide you through the next steps and, where appropriate, provide reduced rates for updated lenses.
For full terms, conditions, and clinical details please read our full Follow Up Care and Warranty Policy
EXPERIENCE THE LATEST IN BEHAVIOURAL OPTOMETRY WITH MICROPRISM VISION
At Microprism Vision, we work at the cutting-edge of developments in behavioural optometry in Melbourne. Our Docklands clinic takes a holistic approach, making full use of the most current technologies for vision therapy for adults and children. We can prescribe glasses and a range of other therapies to help correct your eye condition. Call us today to book in for an eye exam on (03) 9606 0330. Read More
Holistic Behavioural Optometrist in Melbourne
Vision anomalies and disorders are commonly associated with biological causes, such as changes to the health and structure of the eyeball. However, they can also be caused and exacerbated by behavioural habits and conditions
At Microprism Vision, our team includes a qualified behavioural optometrist in Melbourne who can assess patients in Melbourne of all ages who have vision problems requiring correction. We apply quantum physics (biological application) to optometry and deliver solutions that are tailored to your needs. The opticians at our Docklands clinic are well qualified to assist in frame, lens selection and optical appliance dispensing with special Integrative activities that complement the optometric consultation and prescribing.
The Correlation Between Vision & the Brain
Behavioural optometry focuses on vision as opposed to eyesight. While eyesight refers to seeing what is in front of a person, vision refers to the ability to focus, aim and move eyes. Vision is connected to the brain’s sensory systems that control movement, balance and the ability to do simple tasks like walking and reading.
While the foundation of behavioural optometry is built on traditional optometry, the emphasis is more on functional dynamics:
- The focusing, aiming and movement of the eyes
- Processing of visual information
- How vision can affect movement, balance and everyday tasks
Diagnosis & Assessment
A behavioural optometry assessment looks at more than just eye function, providing a more holistic snapshot of all elements of vision that can also impact on other areas of a person’s life, as well as conditions that can impact on vision.
Once this assessment is complete, the optometrist will write a report describing the state of the patient’s visual perceptual skills and a diagnosis on their condition. If any problems are identified, a behavioural optometrist may recommend ophthalmic aids and/or behaviourally directed vision exercises to rectify them. This includes having the patient undergo vision therapy that will include prescribed activities designed to train the affected eye with eye movement skills.
Conditions Behavioural Optometrist Can Treat
This type of optometry can treat various conditions, including:
- Lazy eyes
- Eye motor control issues
- Developmental delays
- Reading difficulties
- Acquired brain injuries
How Behavioural Optometry Can Help Children
Children who struggle with learning to read and write or concentrate at school might have a problem with their vision. Our optometrist can assist children by assessing their visual capabilities and planning a vision therapy program that is suited to their individual requirements and age group.
During therapy, we take note of their visual skills, including eye tracking, eye teaming, eye focusing and visual perception. We will help your child to develop their vision skills, allowing them to reach their full potential at school and with extracurricular activities.
Behavioural Optometry for Adults
Many adults experience blurred or double vision due to accidents and illnesses. Our optometrist can provide a comprehensive vision assessment that will determine what type of treatment a patient will need. Such treatment can include a vision therapy plan, vision exercises and lenses that will help to improve the patient’s quality of life and their ability to carry out everyday tasks.
How We Can Help You
Whether you need a behavioural optometrist for children or adults, Microprism Vision can provide solutions to change and alleviate your specific conditions.
People are often surprised when our behavioural optometrist tells them that dyslexia, autism, learning disabilities, brain injury, visual processing issues and concentration disorders like ADHD can be connected to vision. When you think about it, however, these conditions all affect the way people process the world around them, and much of that is filtered through the eyes. Our Melbourne’s optometrist aims to address this and improve vision accordingly.
Treatment Methods
Our experienced team can conduct a behavioural eye test and behavioural optometry assessment in order to formulate a treatment plan that may include behavioural optometry exercises, including Vivid Vision therapy. We can also provide prism glasses and lenses that are tailored to your specific needs. These can alter spatial context and perspective, allowing wearers to process the world with more focus and clarity.
Our treatments adhere to the latest developments surrounding neuroplasticity and muscle memory, facilitating a greater ease of visual consciousness.
Make a Booking Today
If you’re looking for behavioural optometry in Melbourne, Australia, make an appointment with Microprism Vision optometrist in Melbourne today. Call us now on (03) 9606 0330 to learn more and make a booking at our clinic in Docklands. Alternatively, you can message us online and we’ll get back to you shortly. Read Less
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HERE’S HOW IT WORKS…
Begin With A Quansultation
If you’re ready to explore Quantum Photo-Somatics, the first step is booking a comprehensive Quansultation.
This process is designed to explore your visual experience, perceptual patterns, environmental sensitivities, and the relationship between vision, movement, posture, and spatial awareness.
If you’re unsure whether the methodology is right for you, our team is always happy to guide you through the process.
Explore Your Visual Experience
During your session, we observe how your visual and perceptual systems interact with the broader human experience.
This may include exploring elements relating to visual comfort, environmental processing, posture, movement, balance, spatial awareness, sensory load, and nervous system regulation.
From there, carefully calibrated optical and perceptual inputs may be introduced as part of the Quantum Photo-Somatics methodology.
Experience Subtle Optical Calibration
One of the defining characteristics of the Microprism approach is the extraordinary level of subtlety involved.
Using carefully calibrated lenses, prisms, light, and perceptual integration processes, the methodology explores how even small changes in visual input may influence comfort, awareness, grounding, and environmental interaction over time.
Many people describe the experience as “like a gym for the visual system” — not through force or strain, but through ongoing interaction with everyday life and visual environments.
Observe & Refine Over Time
Quantum Photo-Somatics is an exploratory and highly individualised process.
As your experience evolves, optical and perceptual calibrations may also evolve alongside it.
Many clients return periodically to continue exploring changes in visual processing, environmental comfort, spatial awareness, and overall coherence over time.
