Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Vision Therapy and Eye Care in Seattle
Kathleen M Kinney OD has been dedicated to providing comprehensive vision care since 1993. Our practice specializes in optometric services including vision therapy, eye examinations, and contact lens fittings for patients of all ages. We focus on addressing learning-related vision problems, binocular vision disorders, and stress-related visual issues through personalized treatment plans. Our team combines extensive clinical experience with a patient-centered approach to improve visual performance and overall quality of life. We serve communities across Seattle and surrounding areas, offering expert care in a professional and welcoming environment. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our specialized training in developmental optometry and our dedication to ongoing professional development.We utilize advanced diagnostic techniques to identify and treat vision conditions that affect reading, learning, and daily activities. Our practice emphasizes the importance of comprehensive eye exams beyond basic vision screenings to address underlying visual deficiencies. Through evidence-based vision therapy programs, we help patients achieve improved visual skills and binocular coordination. Our approach integrates the latest research in visual neuroscience to deliver effective, long-lasting solutions for both children and adults.
Services
Vision Therapy
Eye Examinations
Contact Lenses
Binocular Vision Treatment
Sports Vision Training
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer vision therapy programs developed by board-certified developmental optometrists
- Our practice provides comprehensive evaluations beyond standard eye exams
- We specialize in treating learning-related vision problems and binocular vision disorders
- Our team has over 30 years of experience in developmental optometry
- We serve multiple communities across the Seattle metropolitan area
Associations and certifications
- College of Optometrists in Vision Development
What people say
Improved depth perception
Better reading abilities
Reduced headaches
Successful treatment outcomes
Professional expertise
Services
Vision Therapy
Our vision therapy programs address learning-related vision problems, binocular vision disorders, and stress-related visual conditions through customized treatment plans. We use evidence-based techniques to improve eye coordination, focusing abilities, and visual processing skills. Our approach helps patients achieve better visual performance for reading, learning, and daily activities.
Eye Examinations
Comprehensive eye examinations assess visual acuity, eye health, and functional vision beyond standard 20/20 testing. We evaluate eye teaming, focusing, and tracking abilities to identify vision problems affecting learning and performance. Our exams include specialized testing for children and adults with visual stress or reading difficulties.
Contact Lenses
We provide fittings for various contact lens types including soft and rigid gas permeable lenses. Our approach ensures proper lens selection based on individual visual needs and eye health considerations. We offer guidance on lens care and troubleshooting for comfortable, effective vision correction.
Binocular Vision Treatment
Specialized treatment for binocular vision disorders like convergence insufficiency and amblyopia improves eye teaming and depth perception. Our therapy programs develop normal binocular coordination through targeted exercises and optical aids. This treatment benefits patients experiencing double vision or reading difficulties.
Sports Vision Training
Sports vision enhancement programs improve eye-hand coordination, peripheral awareness, and visual reaction time. We train athletes to develop better visual skills for sports performance through specialized exercises and equipment. This training benefits athletes of all ages and skill levels.
People
Dr. Kathleen M. Kinney
Optometric Physician
Dr. Kinney is a board-certified developmental optometrist with over 30 years of experience. She specializes in vision therapy and developmental vision care, serving as a Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. Her expertise includes treating learning-related vision problems and binocular vision disorders.
Peggy McAteer
Optometric Vision Therapist
Peggy is a certified optometric vision therapist with specialized training in vision development techniques. She combines her expertise in vision therapy with a background in massage therapy to help patients improve visual skills through personalized treatment sessions.
Questions
What vision therapy services do you offer?
We provide vision therapy for learning-related vision problems, binocular vision disorders, and stress-related visual conditions using personalized treatment programs.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting your insurance provider to verify coverage for optometric vision therapy and eye examinations.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our office at 206.624.0737 during business hours Monday through Thursday to schedule your appointment.
What areas do you serve?
We serve patients from Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, and surrounding communities in Washington state.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat conditions including convergence insufficiency, amblyopia, strabismus, reading difficulties, and visual stress from computer use.
Are comprehensive eye exams available?
Yes, we provide comprehensive eye exams that assess visual acuity, eye health, and functional vision beyond basic vision screenings.
Reviews (5)
Family Gholston
Dec 15, 2020
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We've been going to the Dr. Kinney for ten years, ever since our daughter needed eye therapy. The entire staff is consistently helpful and caring, making getting our eyes checked every year a pleasure.
Dorje B.
Oct 29, 2019
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Dr. Kinney is very experienced, kind, and supportive. Linde is also very knowledgeable and has great taste.
Nan C.
Sep 30, 2019
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My husband and I have come to see Dr. Kinney for a number of years. We appreciate her thoroughness and both her and her staff are very affable and knowledgable, making one feel very comfortable before and after glass fittings etc.
Catherine R. Williams
Jun 08, 2019
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I have been recovering from a TBI for several years but it wasn't until I started vision therapy that I feel like I'm finally getting my life back! I was really nervous that it would be too much for my head but it hasn't been like that. I've been eased into everything and haven't had any issues to speak of. I highly recommend vision therapy here!
Carolyn Young
Feb 04, 2015
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My husband and I have been patients for 10+ years. We find Dr. Kinney to be professional with knowledge of the newest technology. She and her office staff are the best: caring and yet professional. Appointments are always on time with no waiting in little rooms to "see the doctor". Great downtown location, near all sorts of great shops and restaurants and plenty of parking lots nearby.
