Testing & treatment rooted in research. All of our methods are cited and shared during our sessions.
Treatments & therapy are
designed collaboratively to
address your specific needs.
We offer in-person & telehealth appointments at flexible times to fit your preferences and schedules.
Dr. Courtney Baker is an audiologist licensed in the State of Illinois.
She specializes in central auditory processing evaluation and treatment,
aural rehabilitation, tinnitus, and hyperacusis.
Dr. Baker earned her Clinical Doctorate in Audiology from Northwestern University
and completed her clinical placement at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital in
Hackensack, New Jersey. She further developed her clinical specialization in
Central Auditory Processing during a post-doctoral fellowship with
Dr. Jeanane Ferre, a nationally recognized expert in the field.
In 2024, Dr. Baker started Hearing Brain Audiology to holistically address each patient's hearing concerns. She chose the name “Hearing Brain" to highlight the importance the brain plays in how we hear. An often overlooked attribute of hearing loss, tinnitus, and auditory processing difficulties is their impact on how a patient views themself, their connections with others, and their general wellbeing. At Hearing Brain Audiology, treating the whole person, not just the auditory system, forms the foundation of our practice & and is intentionally included throughout the evaluation and therapy process.
Driven by her passion for holistic, evidence-based care, Dr. Baker takes a personalized approach to each patient's journey. She crafts individualized treatment plans for each patient that address the full spectrum of challenges related to hearing loss, central auditory processing deficits, and tinnitus.
Our services include:
All services focus on evaluating and strengthening the brain's ability to detect and process different auditory signals.
Beyond patient care, Dr. Baker is actively involved in research and has also contributed to several textbooks as an expert in CAPD and Tinnitus. She continues to foster connections with the next generation of audiologists through a teaching appointment in the Northwestern Doctorate of Audiology program.
A Chicagoland native, she now lives in Uptown with her significant other & her dog, Muggle. Dr. Baker is an avid runner and often participates as a charity runner, including the Chicago Marathon in 2023. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and going hiking.
Certifications
Publications
Perreau, A., Baker, C., & Tyler, R. (2022). Distractions, Relaxation, and Peace with Tinnitus:
Guided Imagery, Meditation, Mindfulness and More. In RS Tyler and AE Perreau(Eds.),
Tinnitus treatment: Clinical protocols, 2nd ed. Thieme Publishers.
Presentations
Baker, C., Perreau, A., & Tyler, R. (March 2020) Measuring the Meaning of Life in Patients with
Hearing Loss. Poster Presentation at the American Auditory Society Conference.
Scottsdale, AZ.
Perreau, A., & Baker, C. (October 2019) Measuring the Meaning of Life. Augustana College
Symposium Day. Rock Island, IL.
Professional Organizations
