Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Vision Therapy Services in Chesapeake, VA
Developmental Vision Care has been dedicated to transforming lives through specialized vision therapy since 1985. Our practice focuses on addressing complex visual challenges, including learning-related vision problems, traumatic brain injuries, and developmental delays, using evidence-based techniques. With over 35 years of combined experience, our team employs advanced diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans to improve visual skills like eye teaming, focusing, and tracking.We serve patients of all ages, from children struggling with reading to adults recovering from concussions, emphasizing thorough evaluations and patient education. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures we stay at the forefront of optometric advancements while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Services
Vision Therapy
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation
Learning-Related Vision Treatment
Sports Vision Training
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized experience in developmental optometry
- Our team uses evidence-based vision therapy techniques proven by clinical research
- We provide personalized treatment plans for complex visual processing disorders
- Our practice specializes in neuro-optometric rehabilitation for brain injury patients
- We maintain active memberships in leading optometric professional associations
What people say
Huge improvement in academic performance
Staff very friendly and helpful
Expertise in traumatic brain injury
Therapy sessions making learning fun
Effective treatment for eye coordination
Services
Vision Therapy
Our customized vision therapy programs address visual skill deficiencies impacting learning and daily function. Through specialized exercises and equipment, we improve eye coordination, focusing abilities, and visual processing speed. Patients experience reduced symptoms like headaches and blurred vision while enhancing academic and athletic performance.
Comprehensive Eye Exams
We conduct thorough eye exams beyond standard 20/20 testing, evaluating critical visual skills like eye teaming and tracking. Our exams detect vision problems affecting reading, learning, and computer use while monitoring overall eye health for early disease detection.
Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation
This specialized treatment addresses vision problems resulting from concussions or traumatic brain injuries. Our therapy improves symptoms like double vision and visual confusion through targeted exercises that strengthen eye-brain coordination and restore functional visual abilities.
Learning-Related Vision Treatment
We treat visual skill deficiencies impacting academic performance, including eye movement control and visual perception issues. Our programs help patients with ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities develop essential visual skills for reading, writing, and classroom success.
Sports Vision Training
Our sports vision programs enhance visual skills crucial for athletic performance, including eye-hand coordination and peripheral awareness. Athletes experience improved reaction times, better depth perception, and enhanced visual tracking abilities for competitive advantage in various sports.
People
Kenneth R. Westcott
Doctor of Optometry
Dr. Westcott has specialized in developmental optometry for over 35 years. He earned his Doctorate from Ohio State University and completed post-doctoral studies with leading vision development organizations. He focuses on vision therapy for learning-related problems and neuro-optometric rehabilitation.
Questions
What vision therapy services do you offer?
We provide customized vision therapy programs for learning-related vision problems, traumatic brain injuries, sports performance enhancement, and developmental visual deficiencies using evidence-based techniques.
Do you treat children with reading difficulties?
Yes, we specialize in treating visual skill deficiencies affecting reading ability, including eye teaming and tracking problems that contribute to learning challenges like dyslexia.
Can vision therapy help after a concussion?
Our neuro-optometric rehabilitation programs effectively treat post-concussion vision problems like double vision, headaches, and visual confusion through targeted therapeutic exercises.
What insurance options are available?
We accept major vision and medical insurance plans. Contact our office for specific coverage verification and payment options for your vision therapy treatment.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our Chesapeake office at (757) 410-3005 during business hours or complete our online contact form to schedule a comprehensive vision evaluation.
Are your services covered by Medicare?
Medicare covers certain diagnostic eye exams and treatment for specific conditions. Our staff can help determine coverage eligibility for your particular vision therapy needs.
Reviews (6)
H. Widner
Dec 12, 2021
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I have a "lazy eye that I have always been very self consious about. I saved every extra cent I had so I could complete a course of Vision Therapy. My insurance does not cover vision therapy so it ended up costing me over $4000.00. I attended weekly vision therapy sessions until my savings ran out. My vision therapist "Denise" said to me once "I can't believe your husband let's you spend all this money on vision therapy." But it was my money and I was determined.
Unfortunately vision therapy did not help, as I still have the lazy eye. In hindsight it would have been cheaper if I had just bought a pair of dark glasses to hide my lazy eye. I finished vision therapy feeling extremely disappointed.
Unfortunately vision therapy did not help, as I still have the lazy eye. In hindsight it would have been cheaper if I had just bought a pair of dark glasses to hide my lazy eye. I finished vision therapy feeling extremely disappointed.
Brendan Byrnes
May 17, 2021
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Every time I go into DVC, the whole office staff greets me with a friendly waive and a heart-warming smile. After the short wait to go see Dr. Westcott, my experience can only be described as remarkable. The care, patience, and wisdom that he shares with his patients is unmatched by any doctor I have ever seen. Dr. Westcott and his staff can only be described as family at this point. 100 percent worth the wait!
Craig Sappington
Apr 29, 2021
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I wish I could give this business 1,000 stars! Dr. Westcott developed a Vision Therapy Treatment Plan for me that resolved my lifelong struggle with double vision resulting in greatly improved reading efficiency (jumped up 6 levels!) and largely minimized headaches, fatigue, and eyestrain. Vision Therapists Denise and Katherine were incredibly skilled in helping me learn, implement, and practice my weekly home assignments. I am thankful beyond words for the comprehensive expertise that Dr. Westcott provided throughout the whole process and highly recommend Developmental Vision Care!
Lori Barros
Feb 02, 2021
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We just graduated from Vision Therapy with Dr. Wescott and our therapist Katherine. I am amazed in the difference in my child. Not only have the vision issues been addressed but we have a confident and happy child. I never knew how differently he saw the world. Highly recommend this office.
Katie Daley
Nov 24, 2019
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I wish Dr Wescott was cloned. We drive 3 hours round trip every Friday for therapy. Long story very short it was by the grace of God our paths crossed through referrals and I don't want to imagine where my son would be without him. He's intuitive. Extremely patient. And feel like he really cares about my son getting better. He's honest even if the answer isn't something he can help with (referrals to OT or other needs).
Thank you to all the friendly staff and caring therapists too! For those with insurance concerns: Insurance can sometimes be an issue but with a little research and some phone calls I was able to figure out how insurance can cover most of it.
Thank you to all the friendly staff and caring therapists too! For those with insurance concerns: Insurance can sometimes be an issue but with a little research and some phone calls I was able to figure out how insurance can cover most of it.
Helen Corbett
Jun 21, 2019
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I cannot say enough good things about Developmental Vision Care. Dr. Wescott and his staff (We especially loved Ms. Julie and Ms. Annemarie) changed my child's life. All along we knew that our daughter was bright - but there were big issues in reading and writing. A school psychologist had heard Dr. W speak and suggested I looked into vision therapy. Dr. W gave my daughter a very thorough examination and recommended eye therapy.
We don't live in Chesapeake - we live in the Outer Banks - but we drove up weekly for a year and a half - completely worth it. My daughter is reading on grade level and doing well in school. Dr W. and Julie taught my daughter to take ownership of her learning and her vision correction. As a teacher, watching this process was fascinating and I hope the practice of eye therapy becomes mainstream, because it truly was a game changer for my daughter - and our family!
We don't live in Chesapeake - we live in the Outer Banks - but we drove up weekly for a year and a half - completely worth it. My daughter is reading on grade level and doing well in school. Dr W. and Julie taught my daughter to take ownership of her learning and her vision correction. As a teacher, watching this process was fascinating and I hope the practice of eye therapy becomes mainstream, because it truly was a game changer for my daughter - and our family!
