Author: Dr. Arica Black, Au.D., CCC-A, BC-A, CH-TM
Owner| Board Certified Audiologist |Advanced Tinnitus Management (CH-TM) 

Tinnitus is commonly described as a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound. Seminole and Lubbock patients come to our clinic feeling discouraged after being told that nothing can be done. While tinnitus can be complex, there are effective management strategies that help many people find relief.

What Causes Tinnitus?

Tinnitus is not a disease itself but a symptom of changes within the auditory system. Common contributing factors include:

• Hearing loss
• Noise exposure
• Stress and anxiety
• Certain medications or health conditions

Why Hearing Aids Help Tinnitus

For patients with hearing loss, hearing aids often play a key role in tinnitus management. Benefits include:

• Increased access to environmental sound
• Reduced contrast between tinnitus and silence
• Built-in sound therapy options

Modern hearing aids can significantly reduce how noticeable tinnitus feels during daily activities.

A Whole-Person Approach

Effective tinnitus care goes beyond devices alone. Counseling, education, and realistic expectations are essential. Understanding how tinnitus works helps patients regain a sense of control and reduce distress.

Our tinnitus management plans are tailored to each individual, focusing on both physical hearing needs and emotional well-being.

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Dr. Black, Au.D., CCC-A, BC-A, CH-TM

Dr. Black is a board-certified audiologist, owner of The Hearing Doctor, and a tinnitus-certified specialist serving Lubbock and West Texas. She provides comprehensive adult hearing care with a strong emphasis on advanced hearing aid technology, tinnitus management, and long-term hearing health. Dr. Black has extensive experience fitting and managing modern hearing aids for a wide range of hearing losses, including complex listening needs.

As the owner of The Hearing Doctor, Dr. Black is committed to evidence-based care, patient education, and personalized treatment plans. She works closely with each patient to select hearing aid technology that fits their lifestyle, communication goals, and budget, while also providing specialized tinnitus solutions to improve quality of life.