Eye health is often approached from a purely physical standpoint. Patients receive prescriptions for glasses or undergo surgeries to correct their vision. But what if we could also tap into the mind to heal visual issues? Dr. Vitu Ban’s groundbreaking work suggests that emotions and vision are deeply interconnected, and healing might involve more than just a physical fix.

The eyes are often referred to as the windows to the soul. Emotionally charged situations can affect how we see the world—literally. Stress, anxiety, and trauma can alter vision, leading to issues such as headaches, double vision, and discomfort. Dr. Ban has found that patients who have suffered physical injuries often carry emotional trauma that manifests in their visual system. Addressing these emotional layers has led to astonishing results in improving not just their vision but their overall well-being.

For instance, trauma survivors may hold tension in their bodies that disrupts their visual system. Emotional states like fear or distress can exacerbate or create conditions like strabismus (eye misalignment) or convergence insufficiency, making it difficult for individuals to focus on near objects or coordinate their eyes. These emotional and psychological barriers block traditional vision correction methods.

The V2 Method is a holistic vision therapy approach developed by Dr. Vi Tu Banh . It integrates prism lenses, neuroplasticity, and emotional healing to address vision issues caused by physical trauma or emotional stress. The “V” stands for Vision or Victory, symbolizing the goal of achieving optimal visual function and well-being, while the “2” represents the synergy between emotional and physical health.

This method helps patients achieve both physical and emotional grounding, leading to long-term vision improvement. As Dr. Bahn puts it, “The person directs the motion, which directs the brain to get to a different pathway. Once they renew, they don’t need [the prisms] anymore.”

One case that highlights the power of this method involved a woman who had walked with her head tilted for 15 years due to double vision, following a severe cheerleading accident. After traditional surgeries failed her, Dr. Ban introduced prism therapy, and the results were immediate. Not only did her vision improve, but her posture corrected itself as if her body had released years of pent-up tension.The prism lenses, however, are not meant to be a long-term solution. Instead, they serve as a temporary training tool to rewire the brain, using neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to adapt and form new connections. Patients eventually no longer need the prisms as their brains learn to process visual information correctly.