IlluminEar Tinnitus & Audiology Center, LLC is one of Austin’s only audiology practices specializing in tinnitus treatment. Our therapy is based on current Tinnitus Retraining Therapy protocols. The success rate exceeds 80% regardless of the cause of tinnitus.
“My unique approach to patient care blends personalized, compassionate service with the latest scientific breakthroughs. I listen very closely to patients’ concerns and design treatment strategies than can help improve their quality of life. Should you entrust me with your patients, rest assured they will receive exceptional care that will reflect positively on you.” – Kristen Keener, AuD
Benefits of Tinnitus Treatment
- Improved concentration and focus
- Healthier sleep patterns
- Reduced stress and tinnitus-related anxiety
- Decreased levels of associated physical discomforts
- Less intrusion of tinnitus in everyday activities
- Increased sense of control over the disorder
- Greater self-confidence
Tinnitus Management
IlluminEar Tinnitus & Audiology Center maintains the highest standards for tinnitus evaluation and evidence-based rehabilitative treatment and management. Here’s what you can expect from us when you refer a tinnitus patient to IlluminEar Audiology:
Initial Consultation
Reviewing the patient’s detailed medical history, providing directive counseling, and conducting initial screenings for overall hearing, tinnitus, misophonia and hyperacusis.
Diagnostic Testing
Administering full audiological testing and tinnitus assessment based on the initial consultation and review of test results from other medical professionals.
Tinnitus Treatment Plan Options
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Aural Rehabilitation
- Cognitive Behavioral Intervention
- Directive Counseling
- Hearing Aids
- Hyperacusis Retraining Therapy
- Integrated Tinnitus Therapy
- Tinnitus Retraining Therapy
Ongoing Evaluation
Monitoring the patient’s progress with periodic appointments and documenting changes using clinically validated scales
Coordinated Care
Supporting multiple disciplines when warranted by screening for anxiety, depression, PTSD, post-concussive syndrome, drug/alcohol abuse, insomnia, suicide risk, cognitive changes and vestibular disorders
Timely Communication
Providing the referring physician with comprehensive test results, treatment progress updates, and related information to maximize patient care.
