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Patients Treated

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Vision Therapy & Rehabilitation

Experience

40+

Years

Kentucky’s Vision Expert

Revolutionizing Lives Through Integrated Vision Science

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Neuro-Visual Performance Training

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What is Functional Vision?

Functional vision is more than just seeing objects clearly. It encompasses the entire process by which your eyes and brain work together to interpret and respond to visual information. Because most of the sensory input reaching the brain is visual, the quality of this visual "teamwork" significantly shapes how we understand and engage with the world.

Understanding Visual Performance

Led By A Pioneer In Integrative Vision Science

Uncompromising in his mission to improve lives, Dr. Graebe stands at the forefront of applied integrative visual science — proving through thousands of patients that no single treatment can achieve what's possible with a truly integrated, comprehensive toolkit. Alongside him, Dr. Cook and our world class vision therapists carry that vision forward every day, delivering the ultimate in peak visual performance to every patient who walks through our doors.

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Mallory Cook, OD

Pediatric Vision Care, Developmental Vision

Dr. Cook works closely with children and families to uncover vision problems that often go undetected in standard screenings — issues that can affect reading, learning, and confidence in the classroom.

Rick Graebe, O.D., FOVDR

Neuro-Visual Performance Training, Vision Rehabilitation

With over 40 years of experience and one of only a handful of elite international OVDR designations in Kentucky, Dr. Graebe leads NVPI's integrated approach to vision care for patients of all ages — from children struggling in school to adults recovering from brain injuries.

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See How Neuro-Visual Performance Training Works

Unlock The Full Potential Of Your Vision

We help kids develop to their full capacity and empower every patient — at every age — to perform at their absolute peak. Using an integrated neuro-visual approach, we strengthen the brain-eye connection that drives learning, focus, reaction time, and everyday confidence, so you can reach a level of performance a standard eye exam can't uncover.

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The Miracle of Neuroplasticity

Ever wondered why we don't forget how to ride a bicycle? Riding a bike is an incredibly complex set of skills, combining sight, balance, touch, and muscle control all at once, much like the complex, multisensory processes we use in vision. The reason you never forget how to ride is the miracle of neuroplasticity.

Learn more about our It's Never Too Late program

Partnering for Improved Outcomes

I have been working with Dr. Graebe to co-manage patients for over 20 years. I know that when I send a patient for a vision therapy consultation, they will receive the most thorough evaluation and care possible.

Regina Callihan

O.D.

I am proud that Dr. Graebe is accessible to our community in Somerset. I have even referred my own family members to him because of the immense amount of trust and confidence I have in his professional practice.

Dr. Michael Coldiron

OTD, OTR/L, CAS

I am 100% confident that Dr. Graebe will always go above and beyond to ensure treatment plans are customized. I have been in awe of the progress my clients have made and will continue to refer them to his practice.

Dr. Brynn Dombroski

Ph.D., M.Ed., BCBA, LBA

I have spent time in Dr. Graebe’s clinic reviewing the advanced technology he uses. Every patient I have referred over the years has returned extremely satisfied with the quality of care and the high level of concern he shows.

Dr. Mark Miller

AADP Board Certified Holistic Doctor

An Integrated Approach That Creates Lasting Change

We don't just treat symptoms — we transform how your eyes, brain, body, and mind work together. Our signature programs target the root causes of performance struggles by strengthening the connections between visual and motor systems, building cognitive and physical coordination from the ground up. The result is permanent neuroplastic change: improvements that are built into your brain's structure, so you're not just getting better — you're becoming better, for life.

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Quick Eye Health Quiz

Is Your Child Struggling to Learn?

One in four school-aged children has a vision problem that affects learning. Many of these children pass a standard eye exam with flying colors because those tests only measure how clearly they see, not how well their eyes and brain work together. If your child struggles with reading, focus, or attention, the real cause could be a functional vision problem hiding in plain sight.

Take the Children's Vision Quiz

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Tired Eyes, Headaches, or Brain Fog That Won't Lift?

Vision is a brain process, not just an eye process. When the two stop teaming up smoothly, adults notice it as tired eyes, headaches, dizziness, brain fog, light sensitivity, and trouble focusing on screens or print. These signals can build slowly from years of close work, surface as you age and long-held coping habits give out, or appear after a concussion, whiplash, or stroke. Standard exams often miss the cause, because 20/20 sight is not the same as how well the eyes and brain work together.

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Every Treatment. Rooted in Research.

Everything we do is backed by decades of peer-reviewed science — from the landmark Convergence Insufficiency Treatment Trial to over 50 years of research on optometric phototherapy, neuroplasticity, and multisensory integration. Our searchable research portal gives you direct access to the studies behind our innovative treatments and the full range of human visual function, so you can see exactly why our approach works.

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A Destination Practice for Complex Cases

Patients travel to us not just from the Greater Lexington area and across Kentucky, but from across the country and internationally. What brings them here is our holistic, fully customized approach. Every patient receives a program built specifically around their condition, their goals, and their life. For patients traveling in, we offer short intensive in-office programs paired with structured virtual at-home care, designed for maximum impact in a compressed timeframe. Even the most complex cases find real answers here, because we don't do just one thing. We tackle the problem from every angle until we get results.

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A Collaborative Practice, Here for You

Whether you found your way here searching for answers, or you were sent by someone on your team — a pediatrician, teacher, or school psychologist who noticed a child struggling to read or focus; a neurologist, physiatrist, or physical therapist helping you recover from a concussion, stroke, or brain injury; an athletic trainer, coach, or massage therapist who sees something off with your balance, tracking, or performance; or your family eye doctor who recognized that the issue goes beyond a standard prescription — you're welcome here. We don't replace the providers and professionals you already trust. We work alongside them, keeping your care team in the loop so that together we can help you see, function, and feel your best.

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Our Valued Patients

Learn how our personalized vision care has made a lasting difference in the lives of those we’ve helped.

I started at NVPI to improve my depth perception so I could become an Army Aviator. I came in with extremely poor depth perception, and now I am in flight school. The results of therapy changed my life.

Allison Ferguson

My son did therapy here. This is a team that truly cares about their patients. Dr. Graebe is so knowledgeable and our results were incredible. It has helped with school, sports, and everything in between. We are forever grateful.

Chris Wood

We saw huge improvement in reading comprehension, balance, and coordination. The anxiety and confidence issues our son had dealt with for years were directly tied to his vision struggles. So glad we found Dr. Graebe and his team.

Bryan Cox

I hadn't seen clearly in 23 years. My doctor tied it to a car wreck at age 19, since TBI symptoms can take time to surface. After 30 weeks at NVPI, I can read street signs and details I never thought I'd see again.

Cari Allen

After a snowboarding concussion, our daughter's life was turned upside down. Neurologists released her after 18 months with little hope. Vision therapy with Dr. Graebe completely changed her outcome. If you have a TBI, stroke, or reading difficulty, you can find help here.

Paula Davis

I started at NVPI to improve my depth perception so I could become an Army Aviator. I came in with extremely poor depth perception, and now I am in flight school. The results of therapy changed my life.

Allison Ferguson

My son did therapy here. This is a team that truly cares about their patients. Dr. Graebe is so knowledgeable and our results were incredible. It has helped with school, sports, and everything in between. We are forever grateful.

Chris Wood

We saw huge improvement in reading comprehension, balance, and coordination. The anxiety and confidence issues our son had dealt with for years were directly tied to his vision struggles. So glad we found Dr. Graebe and his team.

Bryan Cox

I hadn't seen clearly in 23 years. My doctor tied it to a car wreck at age 19, since TBI symptoms can take time to surface. After 30 weeks at NVPI, I can read street signs and details I never thought I'd see again.

Cari Allen

After a snowboarding concussion, our daughter's life was turned upside down. Neurologists released her after 18 months with little hope. Vision therapy with Dr. Graebe completely changed her outcome. If you have a TBI, stroke, or reading difficulty, you can find help here.

Paula Davis

I started at NVPI to improve my depth perception so I could become an Army Aviator. I came in with extremely poor depth perception, and now I am in flight school. The results of therapy changed my life.

Allison Ferguson

My son did therapy here. This is a team that truly cares about their patients. Dr. Graebe is so knowledgeable and our results were incredible. It has helped with school, sports, and everything in between. We are forever grateful.

Chris Wood

We saw huge improvement in reading comprehension, balance, and coordination. The anxiety and confidence issues our son had dealt with for years were directly tied to his vision struggles. So glad we found Dr. Graebe and his team.

Bryan Cox

I hadn't seen clearly in 23 years. My doctor tied it to a car wreck at age 19, since TBI symptoms can take time to surface. After 30 weeks at NVPI, I can read street signs and details I never thought I'd see again.

Cari Allen

After a snowboarding concussion, our daughter's life was turned upside down. Neurologists released her after 18 months with little hope. Vision therapy with Dr. Graebe completely changed her outcome. If you have a TBI, stroke, or reading difficulty, you can find help here.

Paula Davis

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