Dr. Sarah Lane, O.D. – Founding Director, Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Specialist & Vision Therapy Advocate

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Dr. Sarah Lane is a highly regarded expert in neuro-optometric rehabilitation and vision therapy, bringing an innovative, whole-body approach to visual development and cognitive function. As a Founding Director of Spectrum Tech Trade School, Village, and Training Center, she plays a critical role in integrating visual processing support into vocational training, ensuring that neurodiverse individuals receive effective strategies to optimize their learning, development, and career success.

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Academic Excellence & Transformative Journey in Vision Therapy

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Dr. Lane graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Vermont, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science. She began her career in healthcare, working in the Clinical Chemistry Laboratory at Fletcher Allen Healthcare, where she gained valuable expertise in medical diagnostics and laboratory science. However, she soon discovered her passion for optometry and neurorehabilitation, inspiring her to return to school to pursue the field.

She earned her Doctorate of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO)—now part of Salus University—where she experienced a life-changing introduction to Optometric Vision Therapy, a discovery that shaped her clinical approach and professional mission. Recognizing the profound impact of vision therapy on cognition, motor coordination, and overall neurological function, Dr. Lane customized her externship experience to focus exclusively on Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation and Vision Therapy.

Seeking advanced training, she studied under leading doctors in California and New Jersey, mastering the complex art of developing visual skills and perception training. She later completed a Residency in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation at the State University of New York College of Optometry in Manhattan, deepening her expertise in sensory-motor integration and functional visual therapy.

 

Pursuit of Fellowship & Holistic Integration

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Dr. Lane is currently pursuing her Fellowship in Optometry, further specializing in advanced neuro-optometric techniques and vision therapy for complex neurological conditions. Alongside her fellowship training, she is also expanding her knowledge in Functional Medicine, integrating holistic health strategies into her vision therapy approach. Her multidisciplinary expertise allows her to address visual dysfunction, cognitive processing, and overall well-being from a comprehensive perspective, ensuring optimal outcomes for her patients.

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Innovator & Founder of Meaningful Moves®

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Dr. Lane is the owner of Focus Vision and Learning Center in Spring Lake, New Jersey, where she developed her own groundbreaking program, Meaningful Moves®—a movement-based program for babies and young children designed to optimize early learning and prevent developmental difficulties. Her work emphasizes the essential connection between vision, movement, and neurological development, helping children build strong sensory foundations, motor coordination, and cognitive processing skills.

Her research-based, holistic methodology is revolutionizing early intervention strategies, equipping families and educators with effective, non-invasive techniques to promote healthy neurological development from infancy through childhood.

 

Active Leadership & Professional Memberships

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Dr. Lane is a recognized leader in neuro-optometric rehabilitation and vision therapy, maintaining active professional membership in the following esteemed organizations:

• American Optometric Association (AOA)

• New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians (NJSOP)

• College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD)

• Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association (NORA)

• Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey (BIANJ)

• Optometric Extension Program Foundation (OEPF)

Her involvement in these organizations underscores her dedication to advancing the science of vision therapy, neurorehabilitation, and integrative healthcare.

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Leadership at Spectrum Tech

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As Founding Director at Spectrum Tech, Dr. Lane plays a key role in incorporating neuro-optometric principles into vocational education, ensuring that students with visual processing challenges receive tailored support to maximize their learning potential. She collaborates with educators, therapists, and industry professionals to develop curricula and intervention strategies that address visual perception, sensory integration, and cognitive processing difficulties.

Her expertise in vision therapy, neurological development, and functional rehabilitation makes her an essential force in creating innovative, multisensory learning strategies that align with Spectrum Tech’s mission to empower neurodiverse individuals.

 

A Visionary in Neuro-Optometry & Holistic Health

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Dr. Lane is a pioneering advocate for holistic neurorehabilitation, working to bridge the gap between visual health, neurological function, and integrative medicine. Through her specialized interventions, advanced educational initiatives, and leadership at Spectrum Tech, she continues to redefine early intervention strategies, visual therapy, and neurodevelopmental care.

Her ongoing pursuit of a Fellowship in Optometry, combined with her expertise in Functional Medicine, equips her with an unparalleled ability to blend holistic care with advanced visual therapy—offering comprehensive, individualized treatment strategies that support neurological growth, cognitive function, and long-term development.

Dr. Lane’s dedication, innovation, and forward-thinking approach make her an invaluable leader in neuro-optometric rehabilitation, shaping the future of visual therapy and integrative healthcare.

 For more information on Dr. Lane visit her website : https://www.focusvisioncenter.com/