Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Tinnitus - First Edition

For many individuals afflicted with tinnitus, the condition causes substantial distress. While there is no known cure for tinnitus, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can offer an effective strategy for managing the symptoms and side effects of chronic tinnitus. Cognitive Behaviorial Therapy for Tinnitus is the first book to provide comprehensive CBT counseling materials specifically developed for the management of tinnitus.

This valuable professional book has two primary purposes: to provide clinical guidelines for audiologists who are offering CBT-based counseling for tinnitus and to provide self-help materials for individuals with tinnitus. In addition, these materials may be of interest to researchers developing evidence-based therapies for tinnitus.

The book is structured into three sections. Section A provides background information about the theoretical aspects of CBT and some practical tips on how to use this book. Section B provides the CBT counseling, or self-help materials, which can be used by both audiologists and those with tinnitus. Finally, Section C provides some supplementary materials for clinicians that can aid monitoring and engagement of individuals experiencing tinnitus during the course of intervention.

Key Features:

• The CBT materials contained in this text have been tested in numerous clinical trials across the globe (Australia, Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom, and the United States) both as self-help book chapters and self-help materials delivered via the Internet.
• The counseling materials are presented at minimum reading grade level (U.S. 6th grade level) to maximize reader engagement.
• The authors of this book have extensive experience in the management of tinnitus, offering useful insights for clinicians and those with tinnitus.
• Access to a PluralPlus companion website with various ancillaries such as expert advice videos for each chapter to facilitate its adoption to clinical practice.

Review

"This text is a boon for the field of audiology, educating to the point of service delivery what CBT is and how to utilize it with patients who suffer from tinnitus.
The authors bring collaboration and expertise to the issue of tinnitus. Dr. Beukes is a clinical researcher in audiology who has received numerous awards, particularly in the field of tinnitus research. Dr. Andersson is a professor of clinical psychology, earned a second PhD in otorhinolaryngology and has worked as a clinical psychologist in audiology on the tinnitus team. Dr. Manchaiah is an esteemed audiologist who is a prolific researcher. Finally, Dr. Kaldo is a professor of clinical psychology who pioneered internet-delivered CBT for tinnitus with Dr. Andersson. These worthy authors are a powerhouse for this topic and demand attention by students and practitioners of audiology and psychology alike. Since it is such a common disorder, it is recommended that both fields become well-versed in treating it.

This textbook is very useful to the practitioner. It gives adequate detail on tinnitus and CBT, giving both theoretical information as well as practical information. In one chapter, the authors explain how prevalent tinnitus is and the relative shortage of trained audiologists or psychologists to deal with it and many of those not knowing CBT or tinnitus, respectively. This chapter then goes on to explain both tinnitus and CBT in enough detail to make it understood by these professions. The rest of the book is devoted to how to tackle tinnitus with CBT. It can be used by the patient themselves, an audiologist, or a psychologist. The book is written in a style that is engaging. It is readable and interesting while being thorough and practical.

The companion website has a video for the patient with tinnitus encouraging them whether they are doing it on their own or working with an audiologist. There are also worksheets for most of the chapters that can be given to the patients as they work to improve their reactions to their tinnitus.

This title is practical and beneficial for the practitioners of those suffering from tinnitus. It is a one-stop resource, giving evidence-based research of the effectiveness of CBT for tinnitus and well as explaining the disorder.  Most of the book fleshes out how to do CBT in order to reduce the effects of tinnitus on a patient. There is not a text like it in the field and it is a must-have for all audiologists and psychologists working with tinnitus patients."
—Lori J. Newport, AuD, Biola University, in Doody's Book Reviews (June 2021)