I had a binocular exam and Vision Processing Evaluation (three visits total) with InDepth this…read moreyear. I wish I had known more about the full experience beforehand, so I'm sharing details that aren't reflected on the website to explain my two-star rating. I ultimately chose another provider for vision therapy locally, and in hindsight, starting there would have been easier.
First, I want to acknowledge what went well. I trust the expertise of Dr. O and Jackie (VT). The exams themselves were thorough and high quality. While the narrative report could have been more detailed, Dr. O allowed me to take photos of three standardized test results, which provided enough data for me and my neurologist.
They also showed flexibility in two situations: I was accidentally two hours late to my consultation after writing down the wrong time, and they still saw me. They also allowed me to call in my credit card number since my physical card hadn't arrived.
My concerns are primarily about business and administrative practices. Clients must pay for the VPE and consultation at the end of the binocular exam. Vision therapy requires a minimum 20-week commitment, plus an equipment fee and mid-treatment progress testing fee -- all due on the first day of therapy. When I compared costs with other providers, the total was essentially the same. However, other offices offered significantly stronger customer service, more modern administrative systems, and a more contemporary structure overall.
InDepth uses paper charts. While this system clearly works for them, clients do not receive electronic records or emailed files. I was given a printed copy of my report at my consultation and about 10 minutes to review it in the lobby before meeting with Dr. O. I sought care because I struggle with reading, so this format made it difficult to fully understand my results.
When I emailed the office, Jane would call instead of replying electronically. Because their hours are limited, this often resulted in phone tag. Appointments felt efficient but rushed, with little opportunity to ask questions. As an adult paying out-of-pocket for learning-related services (which are not covered by insurance), I've previously worked with providers who offered ample counseling alongside testing and allowed direct email access. I assumed that level of communication was standard, but it was not my experience here. I found myself needing to advocate for basic information more than expected.
My final interaction confirmed my decision to seek another provider. After my consultation, I requested that my test results and chart materials be scanned and emailed so I could review them fully. As I'm entering medical rehabilitation, I wanted access to the raw data and assessments in addition to the narrative report. Dr. O told me during the consultation that Jane could provide this.
I emailed Jane and received a voicemail saying she was following up. After waiting several days without receiving documents, I called. She explained they did not have the ability to scan paper charts into electronic files. She also said she would need to ask Dr. O whether she could release my chart contents, though she later said she could mail my cover sheet without asking. When I clarified whether all of my paperwork would be mailed, the answer was vague. The interaction felt tense; responses were curt, I was interrupted, and my requests seemed misconstrued, though she repeatedly said, "I would love to do that for you."
The overall tone felt unsupportive and, at times, gatekeeping. As an adult seeking care for vision issues that have impacted my academic and professional life, this was particularly discouraging. I was surprised that it seemed unclear why I would want access to my own health information -- similar to how someone would want to review graded exams or lab results.
I respect that InDepth operates in ways that work best for their business and that they are not obligated to provide services beyond their model. I am grateful they exist, as I would have pursued therapy there if no other options were available. However, there are other providers in the community offering comparable services with more transparent communication and modern systems. If I had known these differences earlier, I would have made a different choice from the beginning.
II would have preferred to share my feedback directly with Dr. O, but communication goes exclusively through Jane who declined to share Dr. O's email to me in the past.
