Brain Vision Institute - South Barrington

Brain Vision Institute - South Barrington Helping patients of all ages heal and optimize brain and visual function through neurovision care. See the difference expertise can make.

Vision therapy, neuro-optometric rehabilitation, sports vision myopia management, and more. Welcome to Brain Vision Institute — where science meets compassion to transform lives through vision. Led by Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana, a Neuro-Developmental Pediatric Vision Specialist, our South Barrington clinic delivers advanced eye care and life-changing therapies for patients of all ages. Whether you’re se

eking vision therapy for a struggling reader, neuro-optometric rehab after a brain injury, or myopia control for your child, our team provides personalized, evidence-based care in a supportive, high-tech setting.

09/03/2026

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SNEAK PEEK INSIDE THE BOOK“Time doesn’t heal; it REVEALS.”What if some of the challenges we experience today are connect...
09/03/2026

SNEAK PEEK INSIDE THE BOOK

“Time doesn’t heal; it REVEALS.”

What if some of the challenges we experience today are connected to something that happened long ago?

In "When Sight Heals the Brain", Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana takes readers through a deeply personal journey of brain injury, vision, healing, and discovery.

Her story invites us to look beyond the obvious—to understand how the visual system can influence the way we learn, move, think, feel, and experience the world around us.

Sometimes, healing begins when we finally understand what our brain has been trying to tell us.

"When Sight Heals the Brain" is more than a memoir. It is a journey of understanding, resilience, and hope.

"What might your story reveal?"

09/03/2026

What if anxiety isn’t the whole story?

Anxiety in children and teens is real, and it deserves support. But when struggles with learning, attention, reading, or school performance continue, there may be another piece of the puzzle that’s being missed.

Could the visual system be playing a role?

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll explore the overlooked connection between vision, stress, anxiety, and teen performance—and why understanding how the brain and visual system work together can change the way we look at these challenges.

Learn more and reserve your spot:
https://webinars.brain-vision.org/teen-anxiety-webinar

See you there!

Collaboration:
Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana
https://www.brain-vision.org

Dr. Ronald Gall
https://oakvillecentreforvision.com/foundations-for-learning-centre/

Homework shouldn’t feel like a three-hour battle every night.But for some students, reading and schoolwork require an en...
09/02/2026

Homework shouldn’t feel like a three-hour battle every night.

But for some students, reading and schoolwork require an enormous amount of effort—not because they don’t understand the material, but because their visual system may be working inefficiently.

Think about what happens during reading.

Your eyes must work together. They must maintain focus. They must move accurately across lines of text. Your brain must interpret the information and connect it to what you already know.

If any part of that process becomes inefficient, the cognitive demand can increase dramatically.

The result may look like:

• Constant rereading
• Losing their place
• Headaches or eye strain
• Avoiding reading
• Irritability during homework
• Difficulty maintaining attention
• Exhaustion after school

Over time, the student may begin to believe they are “bad at school.”

They may not be.

They may simply be working much harder than their classmates to accomplish the same visual task.

If homework consistently becomes exhausting, consider asking whether functional vision has been thoroughly evaluated.

Sometimes the missing piece isn’t more effort. It’s understanding what is making the task so difficult.

Reserve your spot today through the link below.
https://webinars.brain-vision.org/teen-anxiety-webinar

See you there!

Collaboration:
Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana
https://www.brain-vision.org

Dr. Ronald Gall
https://oakvillecentreforvision.com/foundations-for-learning-centre/

09/01/2026

The Daydreamer

Did anyone ever tell you…

“You’re not paying attention.”
“Focus.”
“Stop daydreaming.”

I heard those words more times than I can count.
Looking back…

I wasn’t choosing to drift away.
I was trying to keep up.

Sometimes the child staring out the window isn’t distracted.
Sometimes they’re overwhelmed.
Sometimes they’re working harder than anyone realizes.

Looking back…

What if we asked a different question?
Tomorrow the journey continues.

📚 When Sight Heals the Brain
https://www.dringryd.com/

09/01/2026

Is It Anxiety… or Is Something Being Missed?

Maya appeared to be struggling with stress and anxiety despite doing well academically. But what looked like an emotional or behavioral issue may have been connected to an underlying vision-related problem.

When the visual system is working harder than it should, it can affect concentration, comfort, confidence, and performance—especially at school. A child may appear distracted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or anxious when they are actually struggling to process visual information efficiently.

Sometimes, the signs are subtle. Difficulty reading, avoiding schoolwork, losing focus, experiencing headaches, or becoming easily frustrated can all be reasons to look beyond the obvious.

This video highlights why it is important to consider the connection between vision, the brain, and behavior. Understanding how a child processes visual information may provide valuable insight into challenges that are often misunderstood as simply stress, anxiety, or lack of motivation.

When we take the time to understand the whole picture, we may uncover what has been missed and help children feel more confident, comfortable, and successful in school and everyday life.

Register for the webinar:
webinars.brain-vision.org/teen-anxiety-webinar

Collaboration:
Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana
https://www.brain-vision.org

Dr. Ronald Gall
https://oakvillecentreforvision.com/foundations-for-learning-centre/

09/01/2026

Is It Anxiety… or Is Something Being Missed?

Maya appeared to be struggling with stress and anxiety despite doing well academically. But what looked like an emotional or behavioral issue may have been connected to an underlying vision-related problem.

When the visual system is working harder than it should, it can affect concentration, comfort, confidence, and performance—especially at school. A child may appear distracted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or anxious when they are actually struggling to process visual information efficiently.

Sometimes, the signs are subtle. Difficulty reading, avoiding schoolwork, losing focus, experiencing headaches, or becoming easily frustrated can all be reasons to look beyond the obvious.

This video highlights why it is important to consider the connection between vision, the brain, and behavior. Understanding how a child processes visual information may provide valuable insight into challenges that are often misunderstood as simply stress, anxiety, or lack of motivation.

When we take the time to understand the whole picture, we may uncover what has been missed and help children feel more confident, comfortable, and successful in school and everyday life.

Collaboration:
Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana
https://www.brain-vision.org

Dr. Ronald Gall
https://oakvillecentreforvision.com/foundations-for-learning-centre/

Redflag #4 BEHAVIOR SHIFTA sudden change in a child’s personality or behavior can be easy to dismiss. Maybe they seem le...
08/31/2026

Redflag #4 BEHAVIOR SHIFT

A sudden change in a child’s personality or behavior can be easy to dismiss. Maybe they seem less responsible, more distracted, unmotivated, or unlike their usual selves.

A child who was once organized and dependable may suddenly struggle to keep up with schoolwork, forget instructions, avoid reading, or become frustrated by tasks that once seemed manageable.

These changes are sometimes mistaken for laziness, ADHD, dyslexia, or simply “bad behavior.” But what if the real issue is that their visual system is working harder than it should?

As Dr. Ingryd explains in *When Sight Heals the Brain*, vision is more than seeing clearly. The brain must process, interpret, and coordinate visual information efficiently. When this system is struggling, it can affect attention, learning, behavior, confidence, and overall performance.

**Behavior is communication.** A sudden shift may be a sign that a child is struggling—not unwilling.

Looking deeper at the visual system may reveal an important piece of the puzzle.

Not every child’s myopia progresses at the same rate. Factors such as age, prescription changes, family history, time sp...
08/31/2026

Not every child’s myopia progresses at the same rate. Factors such as age, prescription changes, family history, time spent outdoors, and patterns of eye growth can help an eye care professional determine whether myopia management may be appropriate.

Myopia control is not a one-size-fits-all approach. A comprehensive eye examination can help assess a child’s vision, monitor changes over time, and identify risk factors for progression. Based on these findings, an eye care professional can discuss available management options and create a plan tailored to the child’s needs.

Early assessment and regular monitoring are important because myopia often progresses during childhood and adolescence. Taking action early may provide valuable opportunities to help slow progression and support long-term eye health.

If your child’s prescription has been changing frequently, consider discussing myopia management with an eye care professional.

Register for the webinar:
https://dringryd.com/webinar-registration

Learn more here:
Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana, OD, FAAO, FOVDRA, CBHP
https://www.brain-vision.org

"For decades, myopia care focused mainly on correcting blurry vision with stronger glasses or contact lenses. Today, the...
08/30/2026

"For decades, myopia care focused mainly on correcting blurry vision with stronger glasses or contact lenses. Today, the approach is evolving. Instead of simply correcting the prescription, eye care professionals can also focus on managing myopia progression and monitoring how the eyes grow over time.

Advances in research have improved our understanding of the factors involved in myopia progression and have led to evidence-based strategies designed to help slow eye growth. These may include specialized contact lenses, optical treatments, low-dose atropine, and lifestyle recommendations such as spending more time outdoors.

This shift represents an important development in pediatric eye care. The goal is not simply to help children see clearly today, but to support healthier visual development and long-term eye health.

Early detection, regular monitoring, and personalized care can help families make informed decisions about their child’s visual future.

Register for the webinar:
https://dringryd.com/webinar-registration

Learn more here:
Dr. Ingryd Lorenzana, OD, FAAO, FOVDRA, CBHP
https://www.brain-vision.org

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