VISION THERAPY · CHESAPEAKE, VA · READING, TRACKING & FOCUS PROBLEMS
Your Child Is Smart. If They’re Still Struggling, Their Eyes May Be the Reason.
Vision therapy is a personalized program of eye exercises and activities that trains the brain and eyes to work together properly. At Navigation Eye Care, Dr. Teten uses vision therapy to help children who struggle with reading, tracking, focusing, and attention, so they can finally succeed in school. Most families see meaningful improvement within a few months.
When a Bright Child Struggles, It’s Heartbreaking and Confusing
You know your child is capable. But homework battles, reading avoidance, and teacher concerns make you feel helpless. The frustrating truth:
the eyes are often the hidden cause no one has checked.
Loses their place constantly while reading
Avoids reading or homework meltdownsWorry about long-term retinal and glaucoma risk
Headaches after school or screen time
Skipping words or re-reading sentences
ADHD-like symptoms medication hasn’t helped
Falling behind peers despite real effort
Dr. Teten Provides Customized Vision Therapy Programs for Chesapeake Children
Dr. Amber Teten, OD has helped children throughout Chesapeake, VA reclaim their confidence in the classroom through personalized vision therapy. Every program is designed around your child’s specific challenges, with parent updates after every session.
Vision therapy is one of the most impactful tools within Dr. Teten’s pediatric eye care approach, often making the difference between a child who struggles in school and one who thrives.
Custom
Program per child
Every
Visit: Parent update
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Most complete in several months
The Path to a Confident Reader
Step one is always a thorough visual skills evaluation, going far beyond a standard eye chart to assess how your child’s eyes track, focus, and work together as a team.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Undiagnosed Vision Problems Can Shape How a Child Sees Themselves as a Learner for Life
Children who struggle due to visual deficits often believe they’re “not smart.” Early intervention can reverse this, both academically and emotionally.
SUCCESS STORIES
When It Works, It Changes Everything
Picture your child reading chapter books independently, raising their
hand in class, and actually looking forward to school. Vision therapy at
Navigation Eye Care has made this a reality for dozens of Chesapeake
families.
As always, I had a wonderful appointment with Dr. Teten and the entire staff at Navigation Eye Care. You are treated as family and not just a patient. Highly recommend them for vision therapy as well since my son did a year of it with Mrs Mandy last year and had positive results. Our whole family goes here and we love it!!
– Melanie M
Frequently Asked Questions About Eye Exams
What is vision therapy and how can it help my child?
Vision therapy is a personalized, doctor-supervised program of therapeutic exercises and activities designed to train the brain and eyes to work together more efficiently. It addresses the underlying visual processing and coordination issues that cause children to struggle with reading, tracking, focusing, and sustained attention, issues that a standard eye exam and glasses prescription alone cannot fix. At Navigation Eye Care, Dr. Teten designs a custom program for each child based on a comprehensive visual skills evaluation, with weekly in-office sessions and home exercises.
What are the signs my child needs vision therapy, not a tutor?
Signs that vision, not learning ability, may be the issue include: losing their place or re-reading lines while reading; skipping or substituting words; headaches or eye strain after reading; covering one eye to see; avoiding near tasks like homework; poor reading comprehension despite obvious intelligence; letter or word reversals beyond age 7; and symptoms that look like ADHD (difficulty concentrating, short attention span) that haven’t responded to other interventions. A comprehensive visual skills evaluation, which goes far beyond a standard eye chart test, is the only way to know for sure.
How long does a vision therapy program take?
Most children complete their vision therapy program at Navigation Eye Care within 3 to 6 months, though complex cases may take longer. Each program is customized to your child’s specific visual deficits, so timelines vary. Dr. Teten will give you a realistic estimate after the initial visual skills evaluation. Progress is tracked at every session and parents receive updates after each appointment.
Does vision therapy work for kids with ADHD or dyslexia?
Vision therapy does not treat ADHD or dyslexia directly, but it can significantly help children who have both a learning challenge and an underlying vision problem. Research shows that many children diagnosed with ADHD have undetected vision processing issues that amplify their attention difficulties. Likewise, some children labeled as dyslexic are actually struggling with tracking or visual processing deficits that vision therapy can address. Dr. Teten works collaboratively with educational specialists and pediatricians when a child has co-occurring diagnoses.
Does insurance cover vision therapy in Virginia?
Coverage for vision therapy varies widely by insurance plan. Some medical insurance plans cover vision therapy when it is prescribed for a medically necessary condition such as convergence insufficiency, amblyopia, or strabismus. Vision-only plans typically do not cover it. Navigation Eye Care will check your benefits before your child’s evaluation and provide a clear breakdown of estimated costs. HSA and FSA funds are also accepted. Call (757) 529-6889 for help understanding your coverage.
How do I find a vision therapy provider near me in Chesapeake?
Navigation Eye Care offers vision therapy for children throughout the Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and Hampton Roads area. Dr. Amber Teten, OD provides customized vision therapy programs at our office located at 614 Battlefield Blvd S, Suite 104, Chesapeake, VA 23322. To get started, call or text (757) 529-6889 to request a visual skills evaluation, the first step in determining whether your child would benefit from vision therapy.
Some children in vision therapy also have progressive myopia — in those cases, Dr. Teten may recommend concurrent myopia management to address both the functional and structural sides of their vision.