Evidence-Based Tinnitus and Decreased Sound Sensitivity (DST) Care

Audiologist-delivered CBT and mindfulness support for tinnitus, hyperacusis, and misophonia

Personalized support for tinnitus and sound sensitivity

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You're Not Alone

Constant Buzzing

Is the constant buzzing in your ears keeping you up at night?

Difficulty Concentrating

Is it hard to concentrate at work, or even enjoy reading, because of that ongoing noise?

Sound Sensitivity

Are you overwhelmed by everyday sounds—chewing, typing, rustling paper, or the hum of traffic?

Who I help

  • This service is designed for adults who feel distressed, stuck, or overwhelmed by persistent tinnitus and want practical support.

  • This may be helpful for people who find normal daily sounds uncomfortable, exhausting, or difficult to tolerate.

  • Support is available for people experiencing sound sensitivity, reduced sound tolerance, or strong emotional reactions to certain sounds.

  • You do not need to wait passively while symptoms continue. This service can provide support, education, and management strategies while you are waiting for further medical care.

Why Choose Fine-Tuning Tinnitus Clinic

  • Focused Expertise

    Care dedicated specifically to tinnitus, hyperacusis, and misophonia.

  • Evidence-Based Approach

    Audiologist-delivered CBT, mindfulness, and tinnitus-focused counselling tailored to your needs.

  • Accessible Care

    Receive personalized audiology care from home, anywhere in Canada

  • Direct 1:1 Care

    You'll work directly with Doctor of Audiology.

Compassionate, structured support for tinnitus and sound sensitivity

At Fine-Tuning Tinnitus Clinic, Ha-Yoon Jae, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology and CASLPO-registered clinical audiologist, combines advanced audiological training with extensive military medical experience to deliver personalized care.

With a deep passion for helping those struggling with tinnitus and sound sensitivity issues (such as hyperacusis and misophonia), he integrates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Tinnitus-Retraining Therapy (TRT), mindfulness techniques, and audiological expertise to support you on your journey to better auditory health, wherever you are.

What to expect

Your first appointment is an in-depth consultation focused on your symptoms, triggers, hearing-related background, stress factors, sleep, and treatment goals. The aim is to better understand your concerns and build a personalized plan that fits your needs.

* Grounded in Clinical Experience
My approach draws on both formal training and ongoing tracking of clinical outcomes. In my clinical dataset, collected between 2021 and 2025, over 78% of patients who remained engaged in CBT-based tinnitus care showed meaningful improvement in tinnitus-related distress.

Treatment Methods

  • An initial assessment is required before starting any treatment.

    The first appointment is an in-depth assessment of tinnitus and sound sensitivity. We review your history, triggers, hearing-related background, emotional distress, stress factors, sleep, and management goals. Standardized outcome measures are also used to establish a baseline and guide an individualized treatment plan.

    The assessment helps determine whether CBT-informed treatment is appropriate for your needs. Ongoing treatment and the number of sessions are determined after the assessment and are not guaranteed.

    You are welcome to bring your previous hearing test results, if available, for additional clinical information.

  • Services are private pay. Some extended health plans may offer reimbursement for audiology services, depending on your plan. We recommend checking directly with your provider.

  • Our remote sessions are conducted through a secure online platform, allowing you to receive audiology care from the comfort of your home.

    No downloads or installations are required. Simply check your email 30 minutes before your appointment and click the link provided to join your session.

    Further instructions will be provided after booking.

  • We do provide the assessment, and through our initial assessment, we can guide you to appropriate services or resources for individuals under the age of 20.

  • CBT-informed tinnitus management focuses on reducing tinnitus (or DST)-related distress and improving quality of life, rather than eliminating the sound itself.

    In my clinical data collected between 2021 and 2025, I observed clinically meaningful improvements in tinnitus (DST)-related distress among patients who engaged in CBT-based treatment.

    However, treatment outcomes vary from person to person, and improvement cannot be guaranteed. An initial assessment is required to determine whether this approach is appropriate for your needs.