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Healing Our Sight podcast opens a dialogue between patients where we share our experiences with improving our eyesight. Topics include but are not limited to amblyopia, strabismus, convergence insufficiency, traumatic brain injury, and ocular stroke. The podcast also includes discussions with doctors and other professionals where we talk candidly in layman's terms about the treatments available for creating our best vision.
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In this episode of Healing Our Sight, Denise reconnects with Melissa Daniels—vision therapist, educator, and former strabismus patient—to explore how stepping into the role of therapist changed the way she understands healing. Melissa shares what she wishes she had known earlier in her own journey, how her perspective shifted once she began working with patients, and why the mindset we bring to vision therapy can make such a big difference. You’ll hear them discuss: How becoming a...
Former Division I football player Brady Holt suffered a massive traumatic brain injury as a college freshman when he was ejected from the front window of his car going 75 mph on the freeway. He was initially not expected to live. After surviving, he was not expected to walk or function on his own. He beat all the odds and is now working, married and supporting his wife and daughter and once again able to drive. His story shows that with persistence, vision therapy can help restore visual abil...
Denise discusses hyperbaric oxygen therapy with former nine-year Team USA Olympic bobsledder, William Person. They discuss how William's career left him battling the devastating effects of CTE, Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, which is a progressive degenerative brain disease thought to be caused by repeated head trauma, including concussions and subconcussive hits. Symptoms include memory loss, mood and behavior changes, cognitive decline, and sometimes aggression or tremors, with severe ca...
In the first episode since returning from China, Denise discusses vision healing with Dr. Angela Peddle. Dr. Peddle's book, Becoming the Vision: The Transformational Power of Vision to Heal, Awaken, and Become Who You Were Meant to Be, was published just last month, on June 27, 2025. This is a must read! Although Dr. Peddle primarily teaches optometrists and vision therapists, the insights of her new framework are applicable to everyone. The invitation is to remember, and to reclaim our visio...
Marie Oswalt describes the process of recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) which she suffered when she was involved in a multi-vehicle accident in 2016. She was grateful to be referred to Pacific University's Vision Therapy program, where she worked with Dr. Hannu Laukkanen (see his podcast episode from January 29, 2025). If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. Click the link above to message me directly. It co...
In this important episode, Dr. Emily Aslakson and Mr. Philip Himebaugh discuss how optometrists and vision therapists can play a crucial role in suicide prevention. Learn how to recognize suicide risk factors, initiate life-saving conversations, and connect patients to the help they need. What You'll Learn: How optometrists can identify suicide risk in patientsReal-life examples of suicide risk in vision careTools for asking difficult but vital questionsThe importance of triage and timely ref...
What if success in strabismus treatment isn’t just straight eyes—but integrated sight? In this episode of Healing Our Sight, I’m joined by vision therapist and former patient Melissa Daniels for a transformative conversation on peripheral fusion and what it means to truly heal vision. Melissa shares insights from Dr. David Cook’s OVDRA (COVD) Conference presentation, including a fresh take on success that goes beyond appearance and focuses on function and connection. Melissa explains how Cook...
In this illuminating episode, I am joined by Dr. Carl Rothschild—founder of Trifecta Light Technologies and a pioneer in red light therapy—to explore the exciting intersection of light and wellness. With over 40 years in holistic health and decades of innovation in LED therapeutic technology, Dr. Rothschild shares how red and near-infrared light can reduce pain, improve sleep, support brain health, and potentially enhance visual and neurological function. We take a closer look at how red ligh...
In this insightful episode, Denise welcomes Claudia Muehlenweg, founder of the Naturally Clear Vision Institute and holistic vision coach. Claudia shares her personal vision journey—from childhood strabismus and glasses at age three to clear, natural eyesight—and how those experiences inspired her to help others improve their vision without glasses, contacts, or surgery. Together, Denise and Claudia dive deep into: Claudia’s early challenges with eyesight and how playing handball improved her...
In this episode, Dr. Pilar Vergara tells how she came to write the book Crossed and Lazy Eyes, Myths, Misconceptions and Truths. She shares that science backs up new ways to treat amblyopia and TBIs and how lives are changed as people receive appropriate treatement. Dr. Vergara is a true leader in behavioral optometry and vision development. Based in Albacete, Spain, she’s spent over 30 years helping people of all ages improve their visual function—from children struggling in school to ...
Louis Fontaine relates his success story of regaining 3D vision after years of constant double vision through means of vision therapy and surgery. Louis Fontaine is a Real Estate Broker-and Owner of Millenia Real Estate, with 29 years of Real Estate, Mortgage, & Title experience specializing in REO, Short Sales & Probate Sales. He has successfully closed over 2000 real estate transactions. You can contact him on Facebook by searching Louis Fontaine at Millenia Real Estate in Oxnard, C...
Denise discusses the healing modalities of Reiki, Sekhem healing, and Samadhi meditation with Edit B Kiss. She and her daughter improved their vision using these healing modalities, particularly meditation. The importance of raising your vibration and clearing energy to allow space for healing is discussed. Edit's website: https://editbkiss.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MagicalKarmaPriestess/videos https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUDMWsbjovv4C2Q5AvyoN0CqdX1D5its9&si=mRV2OG5YQo...
Caryn Rinaldini and I discuss how she chose her vision therapy office and when she knew it was time to change to a new doctor/therapist. Caryn moderates the Looking Ahead Adult Strabismus Support group on Facebook. Here's a link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436525109695223. If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. Click the link above to message me directly. It comes to me as FAN MAIL! How great is that? Just clic...
Jules Petteruto is a Certified Optometric Vision Therapist (COVT) with twenty years of experience and numerous awards for excellence. She has lectured and presented workshops around the world and moderates the Tuesday Think Tank, a weekly zoom meeting for vision therapists. Her techniques for using games in vision therapy is truly awe inspiring. NOTES: Regulation requires good posture, breathing, a good mood and your periphery. GAMES & ACTIVITIES mentioned: Spot It!, Tap-It, mini trampoli...
Denise talks with developmental optometrist, Dr. David Cook about his 45 years of experience in vision therapy and two of his books, When Your Child Struggles and The Shape of the Sky. You won't want to miss this one! Dr. Cook’s website: https://www.cookvisiontherapy.com/the-shape-of-the-sky/ Request your free ebook copy of When your Child Struggles: https://www.cookvisiontherapy.com/when-your-child-struggles/ To purchase The Shape of the Sky https://www.oepf.org/product/the-shape-of-the-sky/...
Today's episode includes a podcast update, including tools I'm using lately, a story from my vision therapy experience and a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT. RESOURCES: Chris Daniels YouTube channel entitled me vs meyeself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whjzZQ3P0r0&t=7s Melissa Daniels' Mastering Peripheral course: https://learn.strabismussolutions.com/ Elisa Beth Haransky-Beck Somatic Yoga and Enlivening Consciousness book https://www.enliveningconsciousness.com/yoga BOOK MENTIONED: The Healing Questi...
Dr. Hannu Laukkanen is Associate Graduate faculty and Professor Emeritus of Optometry at Pacific University. He has many decades of experience teaching and mentoring developmental optometrists, (including some of my past guests). He is an experienced researcher and published author who has presented countless lectures at conferences and in medical facilities and provided key testimony in many court cases. He is a master teacher with unique insight who provides in-depth answers to my questions...
Denise discusses vision therapy success principles with Chris Daniels, who created his own therapy studio in his basement. You can see a guided tour of his basement on his new YouTube channel, entitled "me vs meyeself." Chris also has a convergence music video included on his channel, which is a fun challenge. Basement tour link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whjzZQ3P0r0&t=2s Chris’ 3D video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fN2b4I2y8pk Chris’ YouTube music channel: www.youtube.com/@Cryl...
Jenni Veneruz shares how healing vestibular imbalances can make a huge difference when overcoming the effects of concussion and stroke as well as other vision issues like strabismus. She explains how your dizziness or vertigo may originate in your inner ear and there may be a simple fix. Don't miss this episode! Resources: Find Jenni: https://choicehealthcentre.com/our-team/vestibular-physiotherapists/jenni-veneruz/ Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA): https://vestibular.org/ ...
Denise discusses holistic healing and its implications for eye health with Dr. Har Hari Khalsa. Dr. Har Hari Khalsa is a highly experienced holistic chiropractor who has been assisting people on their healing journey since 1988. At Transformational Healing Universe in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Har Hari focuses on chiropractic, medical and yogic healing. He specializes in several techniques and fields of healing, including chiropractic adjustments using the Sigma Instrument (ProAdjust...
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