Auditory Processing Services

When hearing the sound isn't the same as understanding the message

Some patients - even those with "normal" hearing - still walk away from conversation feeling lost. Maybe voices blur together in a noisy restaurant. Maybe you nod along in meetings but catch only half of what's said. Maybe you follow one-on-one just fine, but the moment there's background noise, you're working so hard to keep up that you leave exhausted.

If any of that sounds familiar, you're not imagining it - and you're not alone.

Hearing really happens in two places: your ears and your brain. Your ears pick up the sound, but your brain is what turns that sound into meaning. When those two don't work together smoothly, you can have perfectly healthy ears and still find listening, especially in noise, tiring and frustrating. This is called auditory processing disorder, or APD.

Here's the hopeful part: APD is real, it can be identified, and there are real ways to help. At Sono Audiology, we take the time to understand exactly where listening breaks down for you, then build a plan to make everyday conversations feel easier again. If you’re having trouble understanding what people are saying and you’re in Gresham, Portland, or the surrounding area, give us a call today.

Auditory Processing Evaluation - $200

An evaluation of central auditory processing ability to determine if there are issues with how the brain and/or auditory nervous system process sound signals. Generally recommended for patients who have “normal” hearing but report hearing or listening difficulties. Includes an auditory processing treatment plan that generally includes recommendations for auditory training, environmental communication strategies, and assistive devices. Note: Does not include standard hearing testing. This is a 60-minutes appointment.

Auditory Processing Treatment Appointments - $100

Auditory processing treatment appointments are built around your specific needs and grow with your progress. These appointments may include additional needs testing, one-on-one skills training, discussing and measuring individual therapy progress, and creating individual at-home therapies. This is a 30-minute appointment.

Lace Pro Auditory Training Program for APD

Lace Pro is an online, self-paced auditory skill training program. Modules focus on speech-in-noise training, rapid speech training, working memory training, and communication skills training. Dr. Greenaway generally recommends using Lace Pro in conjunction with other treatment options for APD and other listening difficulties. One-time fee that gives lifetime access to Lace Pro. Learn more at https://www.neurotone.com/for-patients. Per our contract with Lace, pricing cannot be advertised. Pricing will be discussed during consultation.