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    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.

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Monthly Archives: May 2018

How to Overcome Tinnitus

Overcome tinnitusWhen you have tinnitus, existing environmental noises become more muddling – the ringing noises can be unbearable at times. This critical condition causes spontaneous and unusual sounds, produced in the eardrums. Doctors and audiologists have done many studies on such cases to determine the cause of tinnitus, but have not yet identified the principal cause of this health condition. So, it’s become more difficult for people to live with this situation. This is especially true since we are surrounded by different types of environmental noises all around. The debilitating ear disorder is also related to specific infectious conditions and abnormal ear functionality, which is why it is highly recommended that you see a doctor immediately to fix any underlying conditions and cope with the problem.

There are specific approaches and measure that help you to overcome stressful tinnitus:

Self-treatment

De-stressing yourself is an efficient way to combat the effects of tinnitus. It is essential to understand that anxiety and stress can amplify your symptoms and can lead you to a depressive condition, which can, in turn, lead to hypertension and other disorders. Massaging and meditation is the best option to enjoy a soothing and relaxing effect. Exercise will also help you to find the way toward recovery. You can also listen to some soft and calming music to cover the inner sounds you hear all the time. Take a break from your routine and opt for camping or a hiking trip.

Acoustic evaluation

Overcome tinnitusTo overcome this hearing disorder you have to take a preemptive approach by seeing an auditory specialist. As they just don’t treat your underlying symptoms, but can prescribe methodologies to help you combat your situation. To evaluate your hearing ability, they check your auditory system with specific sound matching and masking level techniques to examine the threshold of sound in the ears. The tool and techniques used will help the doctor design specific strategies you can implement to steer clear of repetitive noises and focus more on your work or activity.

Certain foods to avoid

Over-consumption of caffeine and other nicotine containing products can lead to various health issues including tinnitus. Moreover, try to reduce the amount of sodium (salt) while preparing your favorite dishes. Add fruits, veggies and whole grain more in your regular diet to avoid underlying tinnitus exposure.

Hypnotherapeutic treatment

Overcome tinnitusThere are several modes of techniques that can calm your mind and fight tinnitus. Hypnotherapy can help you control the nature and volume of sound that occurs in your ear. This method is very much useful in case of overwhelming tinnitus as it gives you a way to change and alter the direction and tone of the sound.

Bottom line

Other than the tips above you have a lot of options to overcome tinnitus. But following daily jog routine and aerobic seems a cost-effective remedy in case of frequent episodes of tinnitus. These techniques not only unwind your tinnitus by diverting your mind but also give you relief from other chronic disorders. Or you could Book an appointment with the closest LCSW-R in New York City to get a convenient examination and treatment.

Call today for a free 15 min phone consultation 646-213-2321

The Leading Cause of Tinnitus

Tinnitus is a complex and unbearable neurological condition. Several factors can lead to the development of this debilitating disease; a lot of them are physical while some are caused because of morbidity syndrome. There is plenty of research going on to determine the prevalence of tinnitus in specific age-groups, but the cited documentation does not indicate any particular age-groups for this stressful condition. This chronic disease has taken over many people in its grip – most cannot bear the persistent sound while others have to wear something over their ears. People affected with tinnitus find it challenging to live in this constraint. Continuous ringing in your ears can reduce your quality of life by adversely affecting your cognitive ability and sometimes causes insomnia due to constant buzzing and whizzing.

This overview explains you the leading cause of tinnitus via listed circumstances:

Ear infections

causes of tinnitusPeople with preoperative otosclerosis can experience episodes of tinnitus ranging from high pitched to low pitched sounds. However, another auditory disease like otitis media can also be the leading cause of tinnitus. However, you need to keep in mind that even after you recover, tinnitus doesn’t completely vanish without a trace. You will still hear certain types of noises and sounds from time to time. It is essential that you have the condition treated as soon as possible as neglecting the symptoms may lead to permanent hearing disability.

Damaged vestibular system

A vestibular disorder is the leading cause of tinnitus as it causes imbalances between the inner ear and your brain. You will lose your mind-ear coordination due to Meniere’s disease as over secretion of fluid can impact the overall functionality of the ear which results in symptoms of tinnitus.

Loud environmental noises

causes of tinnitusFactory workers are also at high risk of developing tinnitus. The annoying sound emitted in the workplace can adversely affect the hearing ability of workers. Frequent exposure to loud noise can cause serious injury to the nerve endings that accounts for the visible symptoms of tinnitus.

Presbycusis disorder

The appearance of tinnitus also concerns with an age-related hearing impairment that often called as presbycusis. The older person at high risk to experience this condition because their inner ear core degrades with the passage of time and that makes it highly vulnerable to develop the irreversible effect of tinnitus. This leading factor affects almost 30% of people who come in the ages between 60 to 75.

Nicotine consumption

causes of tinnitusSmoking is a nasty habit among adolescent and in various age – but what is surprising is that it also contributes to tinnitus. A chain smoker should be aware of such cases as the high amount of nicotine-containing products may harm their hearing ability.

Administered diuretic

We treat disease with the aid of medication and antibiotics, but we don’t have much knowledge about the side effects of drugs. Even food additives contain substances that may harm our hearing ability and constant consumption of these compounds lead to chronic tinnitus occurrence. A recent medical report indicates that the people who are taking aspirin during their course of medication they prevailed tinnitus.

Excess earwax

causes of tinnitusAs you know, earwax works as a barrier against foreign particles and helps the ear to drive out accumulated dirt. People who tend to develop more earwax are highly susceptible to the symptoms associated tinnitus.

Older-adults

Old age people are at high risk of developing tinnitus. When older-adults build tinnitus, they find difficulty in conversation and concentration that make them irritated. Regular screening is recommended for old-age people to stay away from painful tinnitus.

Bottom line

Tinnitus can be combated with the aid of masking devices and ear-protection equipment. But these measures work temporarily; it’s more appropriate for you to go for a regular acoustic checkup to keep these symptoms at bay. Following a healthy routine is the best tools to stay form this severe health disorder.

Call today for a free 15 min phone consultation 646-213-2321

Monthly Archives: May 2018

How to Overcome Tinnitus

Overcome tinnitusWhen you have tinnitus, existing environmental noises become more muddling – the ringing noises can be unbearable at times. This critical condition causes spontaneous and unusual sounds, produced in the eardrums. Doctors and audiologists have done many studies on such cases to determine the cause of tinnitus, but have not yet identified the principal cause of this health condition. So, it’s become more difficult for people to live with this situation. This is especially true since we are surrounded by different types of environmental noises all around. The debilitating ear disorder is also related to specific infectious conditions and abnormal ear functionality, which is why it is highly recommended that you see a doctor immediately to fix any underlying conditions and cope with the problem.

There are specific approaches and measure that help you to overcome stressful tinnitus:

Self-treatment

De-stressing yourself is an efficient way to combat the effects of tinnitus. It is essential to understand that anxiety and stress can amplify your symptoms and can lead you to a depressive condition, which can, in turn, lead to hypertension and other disorders. Massaging and meditation is the best option to enjoy a soothing and relaxing effect. Exercise will also help you to find the way toward recovery. You can also listen to some soft and calming music to cover the inner sounds you hear all the time. Take a break from your routine and opt for camping or a hiking trip.

Acoustic evaluation

Overcome tinnitusTo overcome this hearing disorder you have to take a preemptive approach by seeing an auditory specialist. As they just don’t treat your underlying symptoms, but can prescribe methodologies to help you combat your situation. To evaluate your hearing ability, they check your auditory system with specific sound matching and masking level techniques to examine the threshold of sound in the ears. The tool and techniques used will help the doctor design specific strategies you can implement to steer clear of repetitive noises and focus more on your work or activity.

Certain foods to avoid

Over-consumption of caffeine and other nicotine containing products can lead to various health issues including tinnitus. Moreover, try to reduce the amount of sodium (salt) while preparing your favorite dishes. Add fruits, veggies and whole grain more in your regular diet to avoid underlying tinnitus exposure.

Hypnotherapeutic treatment

Overcome tinnitusThere are several modes of techniques that can calm your mind and fight tinnitus. Hypnotherapy can help you control the nature and volume of sound that occurs in your ear. This method is very much useful in case of overwhelming tinnitus as it gives you a way to change and alter the direction and tone of the sound.

Bottom line

Other than the tips above you have a lot of options to overcome tinnitus. But following daily jog routine and aerobic seems a cost-effective remedy in case of frequent episodes of tinnitus. These techniques not only unwind your tinnitus by diverting your mind but also give you relief from other chronic disorders. Or you could Book an appointment with the closest LCSW-R in New York City to get a convenient examination and treatment.

Call today for a free 15 min phone consultation 646-213-2321

The Leading Cause of Tinnitus

Tinnitus is a complex and unbearable neurological condition. Several factors can lead to the development of this debilitating disease; a lot of them are physical while some are caused because of morbidity syndrome. There is plenty of research going on to determine the prevalence of tinnitus in specific age-groups, but the cited documentation does not indicate any particular age-groups for this stressful condition. This chronic disease has taken over many people in its grip – most cannot bear the persistent sound while others have to wear something over their ears. People affected with tinnitus find it challenging to live in this constraint. Continuous ringing in your ears can reduce your quality of life by adversely affecting your cognitive ability and sometimes causes insomnia due to constant buzzing and whizzing.

This overview explains you the leading cause of tinnitus via listed circumstances:

Ear infections

causes of tinnitusPeople with preoperative otosclerosis can experience episodes of tinnitus ranging from high pitched to low pitched sounds. However, another auditory disease like otitis media can also be the leading cause of tinnitus. However, you need to keep in mind that even after you recover, tinnitus doesn’t completely vanish without a trace. You will still hear certain types of noises and sounds from time to time. It is essential that you have the condition treated as soon as possible as neglecting the symptoms may lead to permanent hearing disability.

Damaged vestibular system

A vestibular disorder is the leading cause of tinnitus as it causes imbalances between the inner ear and your brain. You will lose your mind-ear coordination due to Meniere’s disease as over secretion of fluid can impact the overall functionality of the ear which results in symptoms of tinnitus.

Loud environmental noises

causes of tinnitusFactory workers are also at high risk of developing tinnitus. The annoying sound emitted in the workplace can adversely affect the hearing ability of workers. Frequent exposure to loud noise can cause serious injury to the nerve endings that accounts for the visible symptoms of tinnitus.

Presbycusis disorder

The appearance of tinnitus also concerns with an age-related hearing impairment that often called as presbycusis. The older person at high risk to experience this condition because their inner ear core degrades with the passage of time and that makes it highly vulnerable to develop the irreversible effect of tinnitus. This leading factor affects almost 30% of people who come in the ages between 60 to 75.

Nicotine consumption

causes of tinnitusSmoking is a nasty habit among adolescent and in various age – but what is surprising is that it also contributes to tinnitus. A chain smoker should be aware of such cases as the high amount of nicotine-containing products may harm their hearing ability.

Administered diuretic

We treat disease with the aid of medication and antibiotics, but we don’t have much knowledge about the side effects of drugs. Even food additives contain substances that may harm our hearing ability and constant consumption of these compounds lead to chronic tinnitus occurrence. A recent medical report indicates that the people who are taking aspirin during their course of medication they prevailed tinnitus.

Excess earwax

causes of tinnitusAs you know, earwax works as a barrier against foreign particles and helps the ear to drive out accumulated dirt. People who tend to develop more earwax are highly susceptible to the symptoms associated tinnitus.

Older-adults

Old age people are at high risk of developing tinnitus. When older-adults build tinnitus, they find difficulty in conversation and concentration that make them irritated. Regular screening is recommended for old-age people to stay away from painful tinnitus.

Bottom line

Tinnitus can be combated with the aid of masking devices and ear-protection equipment. But these measures work temporarily; it’s more appropriate for you to go for a regular acoustic checkup to keep these symptoms at bay. Following a healthy routine is the best tools to stay form this severe health disorder.

Call today for a free 15 min phone consultation 646-213-2321

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