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Rewiring the Brain for Silence: Dr. Ben Thompson on Tinnitus Relief, Sound Therapy, and Healthy Hearing

Rewiring the Brain for Silence: Dr. Ben Thompson on Tinnitus Relief, Sound Therapy, and Healthy Hearing

Update: 2025-12-04
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In this enlightening episode, Dr. Ben Thompson, audiologist and founder of Treble Health, shares how his pioneering approach to tinnitus management and hearing rehabilitation is helping thousands rediscover peace and clarity in a noisy world. With more than 5,000 patients treated and 2,000 enrolled in Treble Health's evidence-based program, Dr. Thompson is on a mission to make expert tinnitus care accessible to everyone — right from home.

Tune in to learn:

·       How tinnitus develops and the brain's role in generating phantom sounds.

·       The cognitive and emotional effects of hearing loss.

·       Why sound therapy and modern audiology tools can rewire neural pathways.

·       When people typically begin to notice age-related hearing challenges.

A graduate of UCSF Medical Center, Dr. Thompson trained under Dr. Pawel Jastreboff, the pioneer of Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT), and has since become one of the most recognized educators in hearing health. His YouTube channel, with over 140,000 subscribers and 20 million views, empowers people worldwide to manage tinnitus through practical, science-backed methods.

Whether you're an audiologist, a tinnitus sufferer, or simply curious about the future of hearing health, this conversation will open your ears to the remarkable science of neuroplasticity, sound therapy, and healthy aging.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

Keep up with Ben Thompson socials here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treblehealth 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/benthompsonaud/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@treblehealth

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Rewiring the Brain for Silence: Dr. Ben Thompson on Tinnitus Relief, Sound Therapy, and Healthy Hearing

Rewiring the Brain for Silence: Dr. Ben Thompson on Tinnitus Relief, Sound Therapy, and Healthy Hearing