Vision Development Center

Vision Development Center No referral needed! Dr. Joan Bauernfiend, a native of Huntingburg, IN, completed her undergraduate studies at Indiana University in Bloomington.

👩‍⚕️ Meet Dr. Joan Bauernfiend – Your Local Developmental Optometrist! 👓
📍Native of Jasper, IN

📞 Schedule an appointment today and experience the difference of developmental optometry and vision therapy! She then went on to the IU School of Optometry and graduated in May 2008. After graduation, Dr. Bauernfiend chose to complete a one year residency at Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, FL specializing in Pediatrics and Binocular Vision. Upon completion in July 2009, she has moved back to Southern Indiana and now practices as a Developmental/Behavioral Optometrist. Her experience in working with patients of all ages, including infants, has enabled her to utilize both objective and subjective examination techniques to ensure proper vision development in all of her patients.

04/07/2026

What we love about Vision Development Center…

Some answers are meaningful.
Some answers are… questionable 😂

Either way, we love being here.
Come experience it for yourself. Schedule your visit today.

04/06/2026

Details matter more than you think.

At Vision Development Center of Jasper, we look farther than 20/20 to how the eyes track, focus, and work together. Because small visual issues can lead to big struggles.

Fix the details, change the outcome. Call us today to get scheduled!

“Why can’t this just be done at home?”Because vision development isn’t just about doing activities, it’s about doing the...
04/03/2026

“Why can’t this just be done at home?”

Because vision development isn’t just about doing activities, it’s about doing the right activities the right way for each person.

At home, it’s easy to miss what’s really going on or practice something incorrectly. In our office, every exercise is customized, closely guided, and adjusted in real time to train how the eyes and brain work together.

That’s what leads to real, lasting change.

Swings aren’t just for fun. Moving closer and farther helps our patients practice focusing between near and far objects....
04/02/2026

Swings aren’t just for fun. Moving closer and farther helps our patients practice focusing between near and far objects. Simple movement, big vision results.

At Vision Development Center of Jasper, every activity has a purpose. Call us to learn more.

Something you’ll notice in our photos is the smiles.These aren’t staged moments or stock images. These are real patients...
04/01/2026

Something you’ll notice in our photos is the smiles.

These aren’t staged moments or stock images. These are real patients, during real sessions, making real progress.

At Vision Development Center, we believe therapy should be effective and engaging. When patients feel comfortable and confident, growth follows. That’s why we create an environment where progress is not only seen, but genuinely experienced.

If you’ve been searching for answers, this is your next step.

Schedule a consultation today and let’s start building stronger vision together.

“Is this just for kids?”No. Vision therapy is for anyone struggling with focus, eye strain, or how their eyes work toget...
03/31/2026

“Is this just for kids?”

No. Vision therapy is for anyone struggling with focus, eye strain, or how their eyes work together, kids and adults alike.

You don’t have to live with it. There is help.

Call today to get started.

We cover one eye to see how each eye works on its own.This helps us catch weaknesses, imbalances, or issues that both ey...
03/26/2026

We cover one eye to see how each eye works on its own.

This helps us catch weaknesses, imbalances, or issues that both eyes together can hide. It also shows how well your eyes work as a team.

If one eye isn’t doing its job, it can affect reading, focus, and overall comfort.

At Vision Development Center, we look deeper than just 20/20 vision.

👉 Schedule an evaluation today and get answers.

Ever wonder why we use this green glow? It’s a powerful combination of Syntonic Phototherapy and Photobiomodulation (PBM...
03/25/2026

Ever wonder why we use this green glow? It’s a powerful combination of Syntonic Phototherapy and Photobiomodulation (PBM) to help "retrain" the brain and eyes.

What it does:
• Syntonics: Uses specific light wavelengths to balance the nervous system, moving it from "stress mode" into a calm "learning mode."
• Photobiomodulation: Uses light energy to stimulate healing and cellular function, boosting blood flow and performance in the visual system.

The Result: Improved focus, better eye-teaming, and a more efficient connection between what you see and how your brain processes it!

03/24/2026

More than a vision center… this is a place where lives change ❤️

We’d love to be part of your journey. Message us or call today to learn how we can help!

03/20/2026

We absolutely love what we do. Helping develop and strengthen the visual system is at the heart of it all. But what matters even more to us is creating a space where people feel safe, encouraged, and excited to grow.

At Vision Development Centers, it’s more than just therapy. It’s laughter, confidence being built, small wins turning into big breakthroughs, and a community that truly cares.

We’re grateful every day to be part of that journey. 💙

Most people think vision is just about how clearly you can see.But clear eyesight is only one part of how vision works.Y...
03/18/2026

Most people think vision is just about how clearly you can see.

But clear eyesight is only one part of how vision works.

Your visual system is constantly helping you
• judge distance
• track moving objects
• shift focus from near to far
• stay visually aware of your surroundings

These skills are part of how we interact with the world every day. In our photos down below you see some of the way we target these areas.

Which one do you think you use the most?

Comment DISTANCE, TRACKING, FOCUS, or AWARENESS.

Most of us don’t think about how often we move our eyes during the day; from screens, reading, driving, or even watching...
03/17/2026

Most of us don’t think about how often we move our eyes during the day; from screens, reading, driving, or even watching TV.

Just like any muscle, the eyes need variety and rest to stay comfortable and sharp.

Simple habits, like looking up from your screen every 20 minutes or focusing on distant objects outside, can reduce eye strain and improve focus.

What’s one habit you have to give your eyes a break?

Comment below, we’d love to hear your tips!

Address

255 W 36th Street Ste 150
Jasper, IN
47546

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+18124821411

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