• 1010 N. Davis Street, Suite 101 Jacksonville, FL 32209

    Tel: 904.355.3403 Fax: Tel:904.355.4149 Email: clinic@shcjax.org
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    Welcome to Jacksonville Speech & Hearing Center!

    Thank you for your interest in our tinnitus program.  We understand how difficult it is to cope with constant tinnitus and how it can affect even basic day-to-day tasks.  We want you to know that our doctors of audiology are here to help you navigate the information available about tinnitus, including possible treatment or management options. 

    Enclosed is an outline of our tinnitus program.  It details everything from a basic overview of tinnitus to detailed appointment pricing.  After reviewing this information, if you’d like to set up a consultation with one of our doctors, please email the requested information to clinic@shcjax.org and we’ll reach out to you to get your consultation scheduled as soon as possible. 

    Due to the high volume of requests that we receive for tinnitus information, our doctors are not available to discuss additional details about the program without a scheduled consultation.  Additionally, information cannot be provided regarding your specific needs without the requested information and time to review it. 

    We hope that you find the enclosed documents informative and we look forward to working with you through your tinnitus challenges. 

    Warmest Regards,

    Jacksonville Speech & Hearing Center Staff

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    Audiology Tinnitus Program

    General Tinnitus Information

    Tinnitus is commonly considered a ringing sound presented in the ear.  While it is most often described by patients as a ringing, it is important to note that it can occur as other sounds like whirling, hissing, whooshing, pulsing, buzzing, music, and crackling. 

    Tinnitus can be intermittent or constant.  Most individuals will experience at least some tinnitus throughout their lifetime as no more than a minor annoyance.  Others will have more severe cases that cause disruption to their daily activities. 

    While the true cause of tinnitus is difficult to determine, it is generally accepted as a symptom of something else.  When developing a treatment plan for tinnitus, your doctor is going to look at which of your symptoms, diagnostics and other health factors are most likely contributing to the tinnitus symptoms.  When addressing all health concerns known to relate to tinnitus, many individuals find relief from their symptoms.  There is no known “cure” for tinnitus; however, there are treatment options that can help develop habits and coping tools to help reduce or manage the symptoms.

    The stressful and negative nature of tinnitus often creates feelings of helplessness or hopelessness, especially when discovering there is no proven cure available today.  If you are feeling discouraged about the lack of options for tinnitus treatment, we want you to know that we understand and we are here for you.  

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    How to Get Started

    There are two very critical parts to this program that you’ll need to commit to prior to contacting us for your consultations.  First, prepare your mind to start fresh today.  Don’t hold on to any preconceived notions or frustrations of the past.  Second, this program requires you to be dedicated to a solution.  You must be a compliant patient. Treatment may require developing new habits or getting rid of some old ones.  It will likely also require some patience. This treatment is not an overnight process.

    We’re going to need some healthcare history and possibly some diagnostics for an evaluation and consultation.  Enclosed within this document are a tinnitus inventory questionnaire and a health factors inventory.  They will need to be completed and submitted to the doctor, along with any supporting diagnostic documents.  This will need to be done at least one week prior to your consultation.

    The program is best when conducted in-person but can also be conducted remotely (by phone or video) if the situation calls for those accommodations and as long as all of the needed information can be provided.

  • Tinnitus Inventory

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  • Instructions: The purpose of this questionnaire is to identify, quantify, and evaluate the difficulties that you may be experiencing because of tinnitus. Please do not skip any questions. When you have answered all of the questions, add up your total score, based on the values for each response.

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  • Have you seen ear specialists about your Tinnitus?     How many      

  • Estimate the percentage of time over a month period (not counting sleeping) when you are:

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  • Are there activities that you are prevented from doing, or that are affected by the tinnitus? Indicate with an "X" your answers in the areas below.

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  • Rank how much these concern you (1 = most and 3 = least):

  • Health Factors Inventory

  • Previously Diagnosed Health Concerns


    Instructions: The purpose of this section is to identify any health concerns that may contribute to tinnitus symptoms. If you have any of these health concerns, please use the space within the block for notes regarding the condition. Provide details regarding type of condition and how long you’ve experienced it. When submitting this inventory to us, please also submit any supporting documents from the treating providers.

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  • Mental Health Resources

  • Tinnitus is more than a ringing in your ear. For many, it affects your mental health. We want to make sure you are successful in managing every aspect of your tinnitus. Working with a counselor to develop health compensatory strategies is highly recommended. Below are some resources that we recommend looking into. For on-going counseling, you may want to contact your insurance carrier for assistance identifying someone that is in your network or covered by insurance.

    Emergency Line
    If you are having self-harming or suicidal thoughts, immediately call 911.

    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
    Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish. Learn more

    Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
    Available 24 hours

    Veteran Crisis Line: 800-273-8255, Press 1, Text Message to 838255
    Chat Online: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
    Available 24 hours to all veterans and service members, their family and friends

    Professional Counselling
    These counselors or groups are known to have therapists on staff that specialize in CBT, ART or Tinnitus patients. Please contact the confirm acceptance of insurance or self-pay rates.

    D'Arienzo Psychology (904) 379-8094
    11512 Lake Mead Ave #704 · In Hampton Village Office Park
    https://www.drdarienzo.com/ 

    Beaches Therapy - DBT & Mindfulness Center (904) 299-3420
    1552 Roberts Dr, Jacksonville Beach, FL
    https://www.beachestherapy.com/ 

    Beaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (904) 447-1467
    Louis R. Franzini, Ph.D.
    https://www.louisfranzini.com/ 

    Jacksonville Center For Counseling (904) 737-7242
    3560 Cardinal Point Dr SUITE # 204
    http://jacksonvillecenterforcounseling.com/ 


    Non-profit counseling providers can be found on https://www.opencounseling.com/florida/jacksonville 

    Check with your employer to see if they have an EAP with counseling benefits.

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