Auditory training is a crucial part in the journey toward better hearing and communication for individuals experiencing hearing loss.  

We’re proud to be one of just a handful of clinics in Illinois that offer this specialized treatment. Our clinic employs a multifaceted approach to auditory training to ensure our patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their unique requirements. 

With the help of auditory training, combined with expertise from our team of Doctors of Audiology, you can get back on the right track to not just hearing, but listening to the life you love. 

What Is Auditory Training? 

Auditory training is a method designed to enhance an individual’s ability to perceive and interpret sounds, speech, and language, especially in loud background noise.  

This training focuses on improving listening skills and includes various techniques that can help one adapt to their hearing environment, especially for those using hearing aids or cochlear implants.  

Auditory training relies on the physiology and anatomy of your central auditory nervous system; we identify your specific deficits in hearing, which are associated with specific communication difficulties. 

Auditory training is instrumental in helping patients regain confidence in their communication abilities and improving their overall quality of life.  

Hearing loss can lead to communication difficulties, social isolation, and a decrease in emotional well-being. Auditory training addresses these challenges by: 

1. Enhancing Speech Recognition: Patients learn to distinguish between different sounds and understand speech in various environments, which is vital for effective communication. 

   
   

2. Compensating for Hearing Loss: Through exercises tailored to individual needs, auditory training helps users adjust to hearing aids or implants, allowing them to make the most of their hearing capabilities. 

   
   

3. Improving Auditory Processing: This training enhances the brain’s ability to process sounds, which can be particularly helpful for those with central auditory processing disorders, which can affect auditory skills even if a hearing test indicates that they do not have any hearing loss present. 

What Happens During Auditory Training Programs? 

Your auditory training will be tailored to fit your unique needs, and we’ll work with you to ensure that it works with your specific diagnosis, lifestyle choices, and more. Each session is structured to build upon skills acquired in previous sessions, ensuring gradual progress and adaptation. 

This personalized auditory training program could include: 

• Listening Exercises: Engaging activities that help patients focus on specific sounds and improve their ability to recognize them in noisy environments. 

  
  

• Speech Perception Tasks: Activities designed to enhance the ability to understand spoken language, which can be particularly beneficial in group settings. 

  
  

• Adaptive Strategies: Teaching patients effective methods for managing conversations and listening environments to facilitate better communication. 

Get Started With Auditory Training Today 

If you or a loved one is navigating the challenges of hearing loss, consider the transformative benefits of auditory training with the guidance and support of our professional team.  

Our tailored programs are crafted with your needs in mind, ensuring you regain the confidence to engage fully in conversations and daily life. 

For more information on our auditory training programs or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to get in touch with us via our website or give us a call at (630) 930-1025.