Functional Vision Integrative Body™ (FVIB)
A Professional Training for Naturopathic Physicians & Integrative Health Practitioners
Program Overview
Functional Vision Integrative Body™ (FVIB) is a unique professional training created by Dr. Sam Berne, a holistic optometrist and educator with over 40 years of clinical and teaching experience. FVIB provides practitioners with functional, non-invasive tools to evaluate and support the visual system while integrating whole-body health approaches.
The program is designed for non-eye doctors — including naturopathic physicians, chiropractors, occupational therapists, and holistic health professionals. It does not involve diagnosing or treating medical eye conditions; instead, FVIB empowers practitioners with education, assessment skills, and somatic practices to enhance patient outcomes.
Core Components
• Functional Vision Assessments – Reading eye, pupil, and sclera patterns; evaluating visual function.
• Somatic Education & Nervous System Reset – Primitive reflex integration, vagus nerve regulation, lymphatic activation.
• Color & Light Therapy – Evidence-informed approaches for mood, cognition, and visual balance.
• Iridology & Systemic Health Mapping – Understanding the eye-body connection for holistic care.
• Practical Therapeutics – Introduction to nutrition, aromatherapy, and herbal protocols that support vision.
Learning Objectives
• Recognize visual patterns linked to systemic and nervous system function.
• Apply somatic and sensory-motor exercises to improve vision and body integration.
• Incorporate light, color, and relaxation modalities into patient care.
• Integrate FVIB methods into naturopathic clinical practice to support learning, movement, and wellness.
Program Formats Available
• 26-Hour CE Workshop (CEU Eligible) – In-depth training with supervised practice.
• Expands the ND toolkit with cutting-edge, integrative vision practices.
• Aligns with naturopathic philosophy of treating the whole person.
• Provides a competitive edge by offering unique clinical training in vision and somatic health.
Instructor
Dr. Sam Berne, O.D.
Holistic Optometrist | Educator | Author | Founder of FVIB™
Email: sberne@myyahoo.com
Website: www.drsamberne.com
Functional Vision Integrative Body™ Practitioner Certification
Dr. Berne’s one-on-one mentoring program offers 26 hours of hybrid training to become a certified FVIB practitioner. The course is taught primarily on Zoom with one in-person visit to Santa Fe for direct mentorship. All taught by Dr. Berne
📧 Contact Dr. Berne: sberne@myyahoo.com to discuss your specialty and interest.
Functional Vision Integrative BodyTM
The Functional Vision Integrative BodyTM is a certification program that empowers practitioners to be able to educate clients on enhancing their functional vision through a holistic approach that integrates vision with vestibular, postural and body awareness, brain/learning processing, lymphatic stimulation practices, Dr. Berne’s bodywork method, Dr. Berne’s color therapy method, and Dr. Berne’s nutritional protocols.
In this level one, six-module training, participants will learn how to evaluate functional vision without diagnosing or treating eye conditions. Instead, the focus is on educating clients to improve their eyesight/vision and overall performance and wellness.
By the end of the certification course, participants will be able to create personalized programs that empower their clients to achieve enhanced vision and overall well-being, all while staying within the scope of educating rather than diagnosing or treating.
This program can be used by:
CEUs may be offered depending on your licensing board’s regulations For an application, contact Nicole: appointments@drsamberne.com. Costs, syllabus, and schedule are available when you request an application. Module 1 starts November 22nd, 2024 in Santa Fe, NM. All modules will be taught by Dr. Berne
