Healing Our Sight

Denise Allen
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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.

  1. 21h ago

    Vision Reflections #2: When you can't see what's ahead

    I almost didn't post this, but it's a real, in-the-moment reflection on where I am right now. If you've ever felt discouraged because your vision isn't improving as quickly as you hoped—or because life isn't going the way you expected—I hope this episode encourages you. I share some of my own recent struggles, why a message from a listener changed my perspective, and a few of the practices that help me stay hopeful and keep moving forward. Where are you in your journey, and what would you like to hear more of? Connect with Denise Allen: Website: https://healingmysight.com Healing our Sight Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063570817348 If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    8 min

  2. Jun 8

    The Nervous System, the Vagus Nerve, and What It Means to Feel Safe in Your Body with Hannah Walton Morris

    In this episode, I’m joined by vision therapist and nervous system advocate Hannah Walton Morris for a conversation that goes beyond eye exercises and into the deeper layers of healing. We talk about how vision, the nervous system, and emotional well-being are all connected—and why feeling safe in your body is such an important part of the process. Hannah shares her perspective on why some people struggle in vision therapy, how the vagus nerve plays a role in regulation, and simple ways to support your body through breath and awareness. This conversation is a reminder that healing isn’t just about doing more—it’s about creating the conditions where your body can actually respond. Connect with Hannah Her book, Untamed Self-Love : https://books.by/wild-wordkeeper Website: https://wildwellnesswithhannah.com/ Connect with Denise Allen: Website: https://healingmysight.com Healing our Sight Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063570817348 If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    1h 4m

  3. Apr 23

    Vision Reflections #1: Are Your Vision Goals “Unrealistic”?

    Denise shares a personal reflection on her vision improvement journey—from early skepticism to real change later in life. After being told her expectations were “unrealistic,” she began to question who really decides what’s possible for your vision. Listen for the story behind why she doesn’t need reading glasses at age 63. Connect with Denise Allen: Website: https://healingmysight.com Healing Our Sight Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063570817348 If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    10 min

  4. Mar 30

    What Makes Vision Therapy Work? with Vision Therapist Thomas Headline

    In this episode of Healing Our Sight, Denise talks with vision therapist Thomas Headline about what really helps people make progress in vision therapy—and why that process looks different for each person. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience, Tom shares practical insight into how therapy works, what patients need to succeed, and how therapists adapt along the way. They also explore how the field has evolved, why individualized goals matter, and what both patients and parents should understand before starting the journey. In this episode, we discuss: What makes vision therapy effectiveWhy patient awareness and follow-through matterHow therapists adjust for different needs and challengesMore complex cases, including anomalous correspondence, and how therapists approach these challenges in practice.What can slow progress or lead to plateausHow vision therapy is changing over timeConnect with Thomas Headline: https://headlinevisionenterprises.com/faq.html Connect with Denise Allen: Website: https://healingmysight.com Healing our Sight Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063570817348 If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    1h 3m

  5. Mar 20

    What Your Symptoms Are Telling You About Your Vision — with Dr. Benjamin Winters

    In this episode of Healing Our Sight, Denise speaks with Dr. Benjamin Winters about how symptom awareness can help uncover hidden vision problems and guide the recovery process. Dr. Winters explains how symptoms like headaches, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and visual discomfort are often connected to how the visual system is functioning—even when standard eye exams appear normal. He shares how tools like symptom surveys can help patients and practitioners identify patterns, track progress, and better understand what’s really going on. The conversation also explores Dr. Winters’ broader work, including his Emergent approach, the tools and training he provides, and how these support both patients and practitioners in achieving more effective outcomes. Denise and Dr. Winters discuss the importance of awareness, listening to your own experience, and using practical tools to support the vision therapy journey. This episode is especially helpful for individuals navigating vision therapy, parents seeking answers for their children, and anyone experiencing unexplained visual symptoms. Resources & Links: Symptom Surveys: Convergence Insufficiency Symptom Survey: https://www.hopecliniconline.com/online-vision-screening Quality of Life Survey: https://www.covd.org/page/QOLSurvey YouTube Video Mentioned: https://youtu.be/EDRfCfnZFNo?si=FjJNcwlMQYjh41-u Website:  https://hopecliniconline.com Connect with Denise Allen: Website: https://healingmysight.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healingoursight If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    44 min

  6. Mar 14

    Why Vision Problems Are Often Missed and How to Build Vision Skills at Home with Dr. Juanita Collier

    What if the problem isn’t “just reading,” “just behavior,” or “just getting older”? What if it’s your eyes? In this episode, Denise talks with Dr. Juanita Collier, founder of 4D Vision Gym and host of the It Could Be Your Eyes podcast. Dr. Collier shares her own story of growing up with an undiagnosed eye turn and explains why so many visual problems are still missed today, even when someone has “20/20” vision. They discuss how hidden vision issues can affect reading, attention, confidence, behavior, concussion recovery, stroke rehabilitation, and even relationships. Dr. Collier also explains how carefully designed at-home digital programs can help rebuild the visual system when in-office care is hard to access. If you or someone you love has been told everything is “fine,” but you know something is not right, this episode is for you. Dr. Collier's website: https://www.4dvisiongym.com/index.html If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    46 min

  7. Mar 5

    Applied Neurology, Concussion Recovery, and the Power of Vision Training with Mike Ochsner

    Mike Ochsner joins Denise Allen to share how repeated concussions led him into applied neurology—and why simple vision and balance drills can create big shifts in recovery and performance. They discuss why so many people are told “this is as good as it gets,” how the brainstem and vestibular system affect reading, driving, pain, and coordination, and a few listener-friendly drills you can safely experiment with to explore what your brain can do. Resources mentioned: Peak Brain Reboot (free experiential workshop): https://peakbrainreboot.com Book – Unleash ADHD As Your Six Million Dollar Superpower: https://adhdadvantage.com Also available on Amazon. If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    1h 4m

  8. Feb 23

    Intermittent Esotropia in Toddlers: A Parent’s Vision Therapy Success Story with Vance Basilio

    When Vance Basilio noticed his toddler son’s eye suddenly turning inward, what began as intermittent esotropia gradually became a diagnosis of partially accommodative strabismus. After early reassurance from providers who focused only on eye health, Vance continued searching for answers and eventually found a developmental optometrist who evaluated Luca’s visual function more comprehensively. In this episode, Vance shares their two-year journey of glasses, vision therapy, and intensive daily home practice. He discusses suppression, accommodative vs. non-accommodative components, measurable progress over time, and why their family chose a functional, long-term approach rather than surgery. If you’re navigating a new strabismus diagnosis in your child, this honest parent perspective offers clarity, encouragement, hope, and practical insight. Connect with Denise Allen: Website: https://healingmysight.com Healing our Sight Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063570817348 If you liked this episode, click here to send me a message. I also appreciate guest and topic suggestions. I'd love to hear from you! Click the "If you liked this episode, CLICK HERE" link above to send me a message. Your comments, questions, guest suggestions, and topic ideas come directly to me as Fan Mail, and I read every message.

    1h 4m
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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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  • Creator
    Denise Allen
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Healing Our Sight
  • Show Website
    Healing Our Sight

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