Tinnitus Treatment & Specialist Care in Concord Township, Ohio
You don't have to "just live with it." We help people across Painesville, Mentor and Lake County understand their tinnitus and take real steps toward relief.
- 2-hour evaluation
- A plan before you leave
- Hearing aids, Oto & Lenire®
- No referral needed
- 2 HoursUnhurried tinnitus evaluation
- AuDDoctors of Audiology
- Lenire®Only certified provider in Lake County
- CertifiedModern Tinnitus Specialty Clinic
Reviewed by Dr. Sarah Curtis, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology and founder of Sounds of Life · Updated October 2026
Does This Sound Familiar?
Tinnitus isn't just a sound. It can affect your sleep, your focus, your mood and how much you enjoy quiet moments.
- Ringing, buzzing or hissing that is loudest when the room goes quiet
- Trouble falling asleep, or waking up and noticing it right away
- Losing focus at work or in conversations because the sound pulls you back
- Feeling on edge when it flares up
- Being told "there is nothing you can do, just live with it"
- Trying apps, supplements or videos without a plan that fits you
Why Does It Bother Some People So Much?
Some people hardly notice their tinnitus. Others can't sleep or relax. The difference often comes from how the brain and the body's stress response react to the sound.
The good news: that reaction can change. Our care helps your brain treat tinnitus as less important, so it becomes less noticeable and less upsetting.
Read the brain science behind tinnitusWhy People With Tinnitus Choose Sounds of Life
An independent, local practice where you are seen, heard and supported at every step.
Doctors of Audiology
Clinical doctorates and advanced training in tinnitus diagnosis and management.
Time to Be Heard
Your first visit is two full hours, so we can understand your tinnitus and your life before we recommend anything.
Whole-Person Care
We look at sleep, stress, health and hearing together, not just your ears.
Modern Tinnitus Specialty Clinic
Certified, and one of only a few in the country, using biometrics such as sleep and stress data to guide care.
Transparent, Zero-Pressure Planning
Clear pricing, honest recommendations and a plan you understand before you decide.
What Happens at Your Tinnitus Evaluation
We reserve two full hours. About 90% of people with tinnitus have some hearing loss, often so mild they haven't noticed it, so the first hour builds a detailed picture of your hearing. Then we talk it all through together.
- Step 1
Your Story
Your tinnitus, hearing, health, medications, sleep, stress, and what you have already tried.
- Step 2
Detailed Testing
Advanced hearing and tinnitus testing that goes well beyond a standard hearing test.
- Step 3
Clear Explanations
What your results mean, why your tinnitus behaves the way it does, and what is likely driving it.
- Step 4
Your Plan
A personalized treatment plan before you leave, with steps you can actually take.
Testing May Include
- Hearing in quiet and in background noise
- Extended high-frequency testing
- Tinnitus pitch and loudness matching
- Comfortable and uncomfortable listening levels
- Otoacoustic emissions (inner ear function)
- Tympanometry and acoustic reflexes
- Questionnaires on sleep, focus and mood
- Optional biometric data, such as sleep tracking
Dr. Curtis wrote about what that first visit is like in Take Back Control From Tinnitus.
Your Tinnitus Treatment Options
No single solution works for everyone. Most plans combine a few of these, chosen around your hearing, your tinnitus and your goals.
*Prices current as of October 2026; subject to change based on costs of acquisition and service delivery; website may not reflect updates to pricing. Optional Modern Tinnitus biometric monitoring is available alongside Lenire for an additional fee.
Real Stories From Tinnitus Patients
In their own words, from Google reviews.
"I have been battling tinnitus for about 15 years. After trying many different approaches I came across the Lenire treatment device. Dr. Curtis was amazing during the whole process, very patient and understanding. I just finished my 12 week treatment program and I have to say it has been successful! My tinnitus has become much more manageable and my quality of life has greatly improved. I would definitely recommend Dr Curtis and her staff to anyone dealing with tinnitus and considering the Lenire treatment."
"I've been struggling with tinnitus and hearing loss for 7 years. After seeing Dr Curtis and her group, is was the first time I felt like i was being helped rather than just having these problems. They want to help me and genuinely care about what I want. I want to understand what is happening with my body and mind, they take their time to explain things that at each visit I feel more hopeful. This group is a business that cares greatly, and it shows."
What Your Tinnitus Evaluation Costs
We believe in transparency, so you know what to expect before you come in.
What Your Visit Includes
- Two full hours with a Doctor of Audiology
- Advanced hearing and tinnitus testing
- A review of your health, sleep, stress and medications
- A clear explanation of your results
- A personalized treatment plan before you leave
Fees
- Covers advanced history, review of outside records, education and counseling, your individualized plan and care coordination. It comes before any treatment is recommended, including Lenire.
- A $100 deposit when you schedule holds your two-hour appointment and is credited toward the fee, so $400 is due at your visit. The deposit is non-refundable.
- Diagnostic hearing and tinnitus tests are billed to Medicare, Medicaid or commercial insurance when medically necessary and we are in-network. Co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles are due at your visit; out-of-network testing is due at the time of service. Medicaid members sign a Notice of Non-Coverage for the consultation.
- Booking online? We'll call you and email an invoice for the deposit, due within 2 business days to keep your appointment.
*Price current as of October 2026; subject to change based on costs of acquisition and service delivery; website may not reflect updates to pricing
When to See a Doctor of Audiology
Most tinnitus is not dangerous, but a few signs need a medical doctor first. Our audiologists know the red flags and will refer you when needed.
Schedule With Us If
- Tinnitus is bothering you, or has lasted more than a few weeks
- It is affecting your sleep, focus or mood
- You also notice hearing changes, ear fullness or dizziness
See a Medical Doctor Promptly For
- Sudden hearing loss, sudden tinnitus or vertigo
- Tinnitus that pulses in time with your heartbeat
- Significant ear pain, drainage or bleeding
- One ear that is much worse than the other
- A recent injury to your head or ear
If Tinnitus Is Weighing on You
Tinnitus can be distressing. If you're feeling hopeless or having thoughts of self-harm, help is available any time: call or text 988, or text HELLO to 741741.
What Is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is hearing a sound, like ringing, buzzing, hissing or whooshing, that isn't coming from the world around you. It can be constant or come and go. It affects about 15 to 20% of people and is often linked to changes in the hearing system or in how the brain processes sound.
Common causes include hearing loss (even mild), loud noise, certain medications, ear infections or wax, head or neck injuries, and blood flow problems. Stress and poor sleep can make it more bothersome. Sometimes the exact cause isn't clear, and we can still help.
A common worry: tinnitus does not cause dementia. There is no evidence for it. Read what the research does show.
Learn More About Tinnitus
- Why Tinnitus Gets Louder When You’re StressedThe brain science, the numbers, and the dementia question.
- Take Back Control From TinnitusWhat a real tinnitus evaluation looks like, by Dr. Curtis.
- Northeast Ohio Tinnitus Support GroupFree and open to anyone living with tinnitus, patient or not.
- Coming From Cleveland?We’re just east of Cleveland in Lake County, an easy drive from Euclid, Mentor and Willoughby.
Tinnitus Treatment FAQs
Answers to common questions about tinnitus evaluation, treatment and costs.
Sounds of Life Hearing Center in Concord Township (Painesville area), Ohio specializes in comprehensive tinnitus treatment. Our Doctors of Audiology are specially trained in tinnitus evaluation and management, including the Lenire neuromodulation device. We serve patients throughout Northeast Ohio, including Painesville, Mentor, Chardon, Willoughby, Madison, Geneva, Cleveland and the rest of Lake County.
A comprehensive tinnitus evaluation at Sounds of Life has two parts. The diagnostic hearing and tinnitus tests are billed to Medicare, Medicaid or commercial insurance when medically necessary and we are in-network. The $500 Tinnitus Consultation & Advanced Treatment Planning (history, records review, counseling and your personalized plan) is self-pay, and a $100 deposit at scheduling is credited toward it. Together they make up a 2-hour appointment.
The best tinnitus treatment depends on your individual needs. At Sounds of Life we offer several options, including Lenire neuromodulation therapy (we're the only certified Lenire provider in Lake County), hearing aids with tinnitus features, Oto (an at-home program using sound therapy with CBT techniques alongside), referral for one-to-one CBT where it is needed, mindfulness techniques, and Modern Tinnitus biometric monitoring. Your plan is built after a thorough evaluation, and most plans combine more than one approach.
It depends on the approach. Our comprehensive tinnitus evaluation is $500. Oto, our at-home program, is $500 including follow-up visits. The Lenire treatment program is $4,715 (device, fitting and follow-ups through 12 months), if Lenire is recommended after your evaluation. Hearing aids range from $2,500 to $7,000 per pair, including professional fitting and follow-up care. We go through costs with you during your consultation and offer flexible payment options.
Yes. Sounds of Life Hearing Center serves the greater Cleveland area from our Concord Township office, just east of Cleveland in Lake County. We specialize in tinnitus treatment with Doctors of Audiology and treatment options including the Lenire device. We're also a certified Modern Tinnitus Specialty Clinic, one of only a few in the country.
A tinnitus specialist (audiologist) performs a comprehensive evaluation, including hearing tests, tinnitus pitch and loudness matching, a medical history review and a lifestyle assessment. They identify what is contributing to your tinnitus, such as hearing loss or stress, and build a personalized treatment plan. Our audiologists hold clinical doctorates (Au.D.) and provide counseling, sound therapy, hearing aids, Lenire and referrals to other specialists when needed.
There is currently no universal cure for tinnitus, but many people find significant relief with the right treatment. Our approach focuses on reducing tinnitus distress and helping your brain habituate to the sound so it becomes less noticeable. In Lenire clinical trials, 70 to 80% of participants reported meaningful relief, and many patients do well with a combination of strategies.
No. There is no evidence that tinnitus causes dementia. Studies have linked untreated hearing loss with a higher risk of cognitive decline, but hearing loss is one of many risk factors, not a cause. Because most people with tinnitus have some hearing loss, we check your hearing carefully as part of every tinnitus evaluation.
No referral is needed to schedule a tinnitus evaluation at Sounds of Life Hearing Center. You can call us at (440) 579-4085 or book online. A $100 deposit reserves your 2-hour appointment. If we find anything that needs a medical doctor, such as an ENT physician, we will refer you.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
You don't have to figure this out alone. We'll help you understand your tinnitus and leave with a plan that fits your life.
8003 Auburn Rd, Suite 4, Painesville (Concord Township)tinnitus@soundsoflifehc.comNo referral needed