On the Coast – Families Issue 97 I December/January 2019 | Page 38

Eyes & Ears for Learning
Improving pathways
from the eyes and ears to the brain
For most children, learning comes easily,
but for those who struggle, it can be the
pathways and/or processing that aren’t
working. Therapies are provided at Eyes
and Ears for Learning at Tuggerah, based
on improving pathways from the eyes and
ears to the brain.
The Eyes. (Visual)
While your child’s sight was diagnosed as
normal by an Optometrist, but your gut
tells you something still isn’t right, they
may still be having trouble maintaining
focus and tracking. This results in broken
concentration, and ultimately, poor
language and reading skills. The child falls
behind in their schoolwork, and may be
seen as lazy, inattentive and disruptive. The
Alison Lawson Program at Eyes and Ears
for Learning offers a simple and safe
treatment that is non-invasive and requires
no medication. Ten (10) one-hour sessions
are conducted one-on-one with a trained
therapist, and are supported by a series of
home exercises.
This treatment is designed to train
the eyes and brain to work together, so
that visual messages are received and
processed correctly.
The Ears. (Auditory)
The Listening Program, developed by
Advanced Brain Technologies in 1998,
has been used successfully worldwide for
children and adults. It has been developed
according to how sound affects the
nervous system.
It helps to improve listening, learning
and communication abilities, it aids in
processing skills, sensory processing, and
better memory skills, as well as
stimulating the system to take in, think
about, and organise information for a
better output.
Where information was once
fragmented (think of trying to make sense
of a conversation breaking up on a mobile),
The Listening Program fine tunes and acts
as a regulator. It helps to maximise brain
performance and improve brain health,
and allows people to better self-regulate
and manage their lives to ultimately realise
their greatest potential.
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The Listening Program is a music
listening method, personalised to improve
brain fitness at any age, level, or ability. A
trained provider will tailor a plan for each
individual.
People who often benefit from our
programs include those diagnosed with
Dyslexia, Amblyopia (lazy eye), ADHD,
Autism, Dysgraphia, Anxiety, and many
others. Testimonials hold glowing reports,
such as:
“Improved fluency in reading…letters are
static on page. Thank you, your personality
and approach with L. has also helped to
build his confidence. (I) couldn’t be happier
with the result of following the program. It
was a lot of work for L., but worth it! He
still has a way to go, but he now is able to
progress. This hasn’t really happened since
1st grade – so thank you.” Adele B.
“I think this is a wonderful program
for children (and parents) who find school
a struggle. A beacon of help! Our eldest
daughter who completed the program
two years ago, now loves school and is
thriving, so we are hoping for a similar
outcome for Evie.” Rebecca P.
“More open to doing homework,
not such a battle. Improving with
her vocabulary. More fluency. More
confidence” Johanna C.
We cannot cure any of these conditions,
but we are here to help with reading,
learning, concentration, comprehension,
and memory skills. Along with these come
self-worth, confidence, and self esteem.
Try the self assessment checklist on our website at:
www.eyesandears4learning.com.au
If either of these programs would suit you or your child, contact:
Eyes and Ears for Learning on 4353 9255
If your child comes within the auspices of the NDIS (National Disability Insurance
Scheme), please speak to Tanya. The right treatment can result in your child’s
true potential being given every opportunity to shine.