In one embodiment, the present invention relates to a method for treating tinnitus in a subject including administering to the subject a composition including a stromal vascular fraction from adipose tissue. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a method for treating tinnitus in a subject including administering to the subject a composition including a bone marrow cellular fraction. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a method of treating tinnitus in a subject including administering to the subject a composition including adult stem cells.