Are you Suffering from any of these symptoms as a result of Tinnitus? Call Today for a Consultation.

    Mild to severe anxiety
    Insomnia
    Triggered fight or flight

  Depression
  Negative thinking
  Crying spells

  Hopelessness
  Suicidal thoughts
  Ringing in the ears

Do you feel your family and friends don’t understand?
Are you growing more isolated?
Do you feel like life will never be the same?
Are you refraining from activities that you enjoy?
Are you fearful of losing your job?
Do you find that your thoughts tend to be negative?

If you answered yes to 3 or more of these questions or symptoms, then we can help.

You may be a candidate for Tinnitus Cognitive Retraining Therapy, or TCRT.  Stephen Geller Katz, LCSW-R, with over 20 years of clinical experience, a New York University graduate, developed Tinnitus Cognitive Retraining Therapy and founded Tinnitus Cognitive Center™ in response to the growing number of Tinnitus sufferers coming to his private practice. He discovered that by helping people to retrain and reinterpret the thoughts around their Tinnitus, anxiety and depression symptoms began to improve. But even more important so did the Tinnitus.

Call us at (646) 213-2321 for a consultation.

See our main site: www.tinnituscognitivecenter.com
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Monthly Archives: April 2014

Tinnitus, A Holistic Approach. Cognitive Retraining (Part II)

Over-the-counter supplements for the treatment of tinnitus?

BestTinnitusDoctorNYC1In recent years much discussion has surrounded micro-nutrients’ and the essential fatty acids’ role in reducing degenerative disease. Arguments can be made that foods with less processing and a more organic lifecycle may be richer in these. While the effect on chronic illness of the steroids, antibacterials and artificial feeds often found in factory farming is still unclear, choosing to avoid these can be a healthy precaution. Blood flow restriction and inflammation are common suspects in tinnitus and a number of vitamins and lifestyle recommendations address this. Avoiding vasoconstrictors (which make blood vessels contract) such as caffeine is common, as are supplements such as the bioflavinoids and ginko biloba which both have a vasodilating effect.

Free radicals and tinnitusBestTinnitusDoctorNYC3

Free radicals (reactive oxygen species or ROS) have also been implicated in damage to the sound producing hair cells of the inner ear, and use of radical scavengers such as Pycnogenol and other antioxidants may be beneficial. N-acetylcysteine has received quite a bit of attention for its protective capacity from sound induced hearing loss which can lead to tinnitus. Other anti-inflammatory nutrients under investigation include turmeric, ginger, dandelion, oregano, garlic and green tea.

Are vitamins helpful for tinnitus?

BestTinnitusDoctorNYC4In addition to the herbal supplements, vitamin deficiency may also potentially lead to tinnitus – with reduced B-vitamins being particularly suspect. B12 is critical for maintaining the nerve’s protective myelin sheath as well as for the production of Epinephrine, Creatine, Methylated Nucleotides and Phosphatidylcholine for cell walls. B12 is also a cog in the creation of Melatonin, which may improve tinnitus symptoms and provide better sleep. B6 is well known for its role in energy production, while the other B-vitamins are needed to assemble proteins and nucleic acids.

While vitamin supplementation is likely only valuable in cases of medically identifiable deficiencies, there is no evidence that an excess of B-vitamins have harmful effects and some argue the recommended levels may be too low. There is a rising body of research into the efficacy, and potential hazards, of supplementation for tinnitus. It’s important when beginning any regime of holistic medicine to do your research and investigate both the good and the bad. With this said, many non-traditional treatments are showing solid potential for relief of your ringing ears.

Tinnitus is not something you have to endure alone. Contact us, the top tinnitus treatment center in the New York area, for answers and treatment options to quiet the ringing.

Tinnitus, A Holistic Approach. Cognitive Retraining (Part I)

What causes tinnitus?

Tinnitus affects as many as 10% of the U.S. population and there is little agreement as to its causes or treatments. As with most idiopathic nerve problems, the cause of one person’s tinnitus may differ completely from another’s. For this reason therapy plans are usually dictated by the underlying medical condition leading to tinnitus – whether from injury, an inner ear disorder or any of dozens of other pathologies.

What can be done about tinnitus?

When an underlying medical cause cannot be found the approach of improving general ear health is usually taken, although “healthy” can become an area of debate as different researchers come to different conclusions. Some of the suspected causes of tinnitus include blood flow disorders, inflammation, mechanical disruptions (such as in the neck, jaw or ear), chemical contact and prolonged exposure to noise. Treatments directed at each of these causes can be found in traditional and holistic medicine – the benefits of which are subjective to the sufferer.

Do holistic therapies for tinnitus work?

There has been research into many supplements and non-traditional therapies for tinnitus, each showing varying levels of effectiveness. Some are anecdotal and others quite well supported. As an example (and to our great fortune) aspirin (salicylic acid) was discovered in the home remedy brews made from willow bark. Also fortunately, the benefits of blood-letting were found to be less effective.

Where do I start with my treatment of tinnitus?

As with all chronic illness, improving a person’s overall health is always recommended. Weight loss, a more nutritious and balanced diet, and exercise will reduce inflammation, increase blood flow and improve overall functioning of the whole body. This is always positive for anyone suffering from an idiopathic disorder.

Tinnitus is not something you have to endure alone. Contact us, the top tinnitus treatment center in the New York area, for answers and treatment options to quiet the ringing.

Monthly Archives: April 2014

Tinnitus, A Holistic Approach. Cognitive Retraining (Part II)

Over-the-counter supplements for the treatment of tinnitus?

BestTinnitusDoctorNYC1In recent years much discussion has surrounded micro-nutrients’ and the essential fatty acids’ role in reducing degenerative disease. Arguments can be made that foods with less processing and a more organic lifecycle may be richer in these. While the effect on chronic illness of the steroids, antibacterials and artificial feeds often found in factory farming is still unclear, choosing to avoid these can be a healthy precaution. Blood flow restriction and inflammation are common suspects in tinnitus and a number of vitamins and lifestyle recommendations address this. Avoiding vasoconstrictors (which make blood vessels contract) such as caffeine is common, as are supplements such as the bioflavinoids and ginko biloba which both have a vasodilating effect.

Free radicals and tinnitusBestTinnitusDoctorNYC3

Free radicals (reactive oxygen species or ROS) have also been implicated in damage to the sound producing hair cells of the inner ear, and use of radical scavengers such as Pycnogenol and other antioxidants may be beneficial. N-acetylcysteine has received quite a bit of attention for its protective capacity from sound induced hearing loss which can lead to tinnitus. Other anti-inflammatory nutrients under investigation include turmeric, ginger, dandelion, oregano, garlic and green tea.

Are vitamins helpful for tinnitus?

BestTinnitusDoctorNYC4In addition to the herbal supplements, vitamin deficiency may also potentially lead to tinnitus – with reduced B-vitamins being particularly suspect. B12 is critical for maintaining the nerve’s protective myelin sheath as well as for the production of Epinephrine, Creatine, Methylated Nucleotides and Phosphatidylcholine for cell walls. B12 is also a cog in the creation of Melatonin, which may improve tinnitus symptoms and provide better sleep. B6 is well known for its role in energy production, while the other B-vitamins are needed to assemble proteins and nucleic acids.

While vitamin supplementation is likely only valuable in cases of medically identifiable deficiencies, there is no evidence that an excess of B-vitamins have harmful effects and some argue the recommended levels may be too low. There is a rising body of research into the efficacy, and potential hazards, of supplementation for tinnitus. It’s important when beginning any regime of holistic medicine to do your research and investigate both the good and the bad. With this said, many non-traditional treatments are showing solid potential for relief of your ringing ears.

Tinnitus is not something you have to endure alone. Contact us, the top tinnitus treatment center in the New York area, for answers and treatment options to quiet the ringing.

Tinnitus, A Holistic Approach. Cognitive Retraining (Part I)

What causes tinnitus?

Tinnitus affects as many as 10% of the U.S. population and there is little agreement as to its causes or treatments. As with most idiopathic nerve problems, the cause of one person’s tinnitus may differ completely from another’s. For this reason therapy plans are usually dictated by the underlying medical condition leading to tinnitus – whether from injury, an inner ear disorder or any of dozens of other pathologies.

What can be done about tinnitus?

When an underlying medical cause cannot be found the approach of improving general ear health is usually taken, although “healthy” can become an area of debate as different researchers come to different conclusions. Some of the suspected causes of tinnitus include blood flow disorders, inflammation, mechanical disruptions (such as in the neck, jaw or ear), chemical contact and prolonged exposure to noise. Treatments directed at each of these causes can be found in traditional and holistic medicine – the benefits of which are subjective to the sufferer.

Do holistic therapies for tinnitus work?

There has been research into many supplements and non-traditional therapies for tinnitus, each showing varying levels of effectiveness. Some are anecdotal and others quite well supported. As an example (and to our great fortune) aspirin (salicylic acid) was discovered in the home remedy brews made from willow bark. Also fortunately, the benefits of blood-letting were found to be less effective.

Where do I start with my treatment of tinnitus?

As with all chronic illness, improving a person’s overall health is always recommended. Weight loss, a more nutritious and balanced diet, and exercise will reduce inflammation, increase blood flow and improve overall functioning of the whole body. This is always positive for anyone suffering from an idiopathic disorder.

Tinnitus is not something you have to endure alone. Contact us, the top tinnitus treatment center in the New York area, for answers and treatment options to quiet the ringing.

Tinnitus Cognitive Center™

Stephen Geller Katz, LCSW-R
19 West 34th Street
Penthouse Floor
New York, NY 10001

Call today for a consultation
646-213-2321