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Behavioural Optometry

What Is Behavioural Optometry?


Behavioural Optometry is an expansion of the practice of traditional optometry, which has it's cornerstone in optical correction and detection of eye disease.

This expansion delves further into the science of visual information processing and involves a holistic approach to the identification and management of visual disorders. This requires additional education in neurological development, vestibular and proprioception processes and how they interact with vision.

Behavioural optometry includes visual therapy and collaboration with other allied health services such as psychology, physio, occupational and speech therapy.

Visual Development, Processing & Tracking

Frequently Asked Questions

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   WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A BEHAVIOURAL AND A STANDARD EXAMINATION?

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Our Behavioural Optometrists provide a thorough vision and eye health examination, followed by additional tests to investigate important aspects of vision such as focusing, convergence, eye coordination, and tracking eye movements.

 

Our goal is to assess the efficiency of vision and its impact on learning and other functions. Our Behavioural Optometrists also evaluate a child's visual information processing skills, which are crucial for the learning process. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive assessment a child's development of visual information processing abilities.

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   WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM IT?

 

Behavioural Optometry is for everyone young or old who wants to look after all aspects of their vision.

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Areas of focus can include;

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   WHAT TYPES OF TREATMENTS MAY BE OFFERED?

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  • Vision Therapy​

  • Prescription lenses​

  • Vision occlusion for management of specific conditions

  • Developmental Support, such as activities for visual-motor integration: Vision Therapy that combines physical movement with visual tasks to enhance coordination and spatial awareness, important for sports and everyday activities.

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   CAN I HAVE A REPORT OF THE FINDINGS?

 

Upon request, a report will be provided. As all reporting is compiled outside of business hours, you may need to allow a week to receive this. The cost of reports varies depending on the complexity and the time required to produce each report. *Please advise at the time of booking or during the consultation if you would like to request a report.

 

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   IS BEHAVIOURAL OPTOMETRY COVERED BY MEDICARE OR PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE?


Most initial consultation fees *fall under the scope of Medicare. More specific services and Vision Therapy may or may not.  It is essential to discuss this with your Behavioural Optometrist prior to commencing any program.

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*this means if you hold a valid Medicare card, you may be eligible for a rebate after services are completed

 

derived from the Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists, with thanks.

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