Certified Optometric Vision Therapist (COVT)
It is with great excitement and pride that our team announces that our very own Loreta Dahl has now completed her International Vision Therapist certification and earned the designation of…
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Practical Vision Therapy Accreditation Program (PVTAP)
Within nearly every profession, there exists a variety of training and certification programs that are designed to educate, evaluate and better prepare professionals for the types of challenges and situations they are likely to be presented with in the future. These programs are meant to establish a baseline foundation of knowledge upon which one can further expand and grow. Under the umbrella of the Canadian Optometrists in Vision Therapy & Rehabilitation (COVT&R), the program that exists for Vision Therapy and Vision Therapists is known as the Practical Vision Therapy Accreditation Program (PVTAP).
Classroom Suggestions for Vision Related Learning Difficulty
Many students that present to us and are diagnosed with vision-related learning difficulties that can be greatly supported by minor classroom accommodations while enrolled in Vision Therapy. Below is our top…
Is Vision Therapy Covered by Insurance?
This is a question that is very much top of mind for many pursuing Vision Therapy, and is met with an unfortunately ambiguous answer – it depends. Okanagan Vision Therapy…
Reflecting on Okanagan Vision Therapy’s Last 5 Years
Why Are We here? Reflecting on Okanagan Vision Therapy’s Last 5 Years The past 5 years for Okanagan Vision Therapy have truly been a remarkable journey for all of us here…
Dizziness while Driving? Solutions with Vision Therapy
This month’s blog was inspired by a recent client of ours who expressed some challenges he had while trying to search for our services online. We work very hard to…
Vision Therapy: COVT&R and COVD Canada
For many of those who walk through our doors, my assessment is the first time they’ve really heard about Vision Therapy. We’re not on every street corner, we’re not typically…
Okanagan Vision Therapy Team Continues Education
Continuing Education Staying on top of the burgeoning science and advancements that continue to build in the area of Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation is a large and persistent undertaking. With…
Inside the Therapy Room: Kelowna Vision Therapist’s Perspective
In this month’s guest blog, Vision Therapist Loreta shares with us just how varied and fulfilling a day in the therapy room can be! This coming year will be my…
Vision Related Learning Difficulties: How Do I Know the Impact?
As a teacher, how do I know the impact of a Vision Related Difficulty on learning? When providing talks or informational seminars at schools or learning institutions, it is one…