Outside The Therapy Room

Ivonne Hammoud is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and owner of a therapy practice in Waterloo, Ontario. But out of the office, she's a mom, wife, daughter, sister and friend. Join Ivonne as she sits with a special guest to discuss every day things that impact our mental health! Conversations about everything from mental health and relationships, to media and current events, as well as personal experiences and reflections, all in the hopes of normalizing our humanness and helping you see that you’re not alone. This is Outside the Therapy Room!

Outside The Therapy Room is a health podcast hosted by Ivonne Hammoud, with 77 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Ivonne Hammoud hosts Outside The Therapy Room, a health show with 77 episodes published.

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  Outside The Therapy Room

  Minisode - What DWTS Taught Me About Being a Beginner

  Oct 1, 202630 minS3

  In this minisode, I’m talking about the vulnerability that comes with learning something new—and how quickly frustration, disappointment, comparison, and performance pressure can creep in. Using a few moments from this season of Dancing With the Stars as a jumping-off point, I’m exploring why being a beginner can feel so uncomfortable, what happens when we put pressure on ourselves to perform, and how we can learn to enjoy the process a little more. Because you’re allowed to be a beginner... and be completely terrible for a while ;) Follow us on social media: @outisdethetherapyroompod If you're looking for a therapist and live in Ontario, feel free to visit our website here or contact us at hello@newmooncounselling.com to work with one of our team members. If you reside outside of Ontario, a quick Google search will help you find a therapist near you!

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  Episode #72

  Episode 72: The Emotional Side of Buying & Selling a Home with Cheryl Goetz

  Sep 24, 202655 minS3

  Buying or selling a home can be exciting, stressful, overwhelming, emotional… sometimes all at the same time. In this episode, Real Estate Agent Cheryl joins me to talk about what happens emotionally when a house becomes more than just a house. We explore the stress of today's housing market, the excitement and anxiety of making an offer, the grief that can come with losing out on a home, and the complicated emotions that can come with selling. Because sometimes we're not just buying or selling a house — you're navigating a major life transition. Cheryl's Website Follow Cheryl Follow us on social media: @outisdethetherapyroompod If you're looking for a therapist and live in Ontario, feel free to visit our website here or contact us at hello@newmooncounselling.com to work with one of our team members. If you reside outside of Ontario, a quick Google search will help you find a therapist near you!

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  Episode #71

  Episode 71: ADHD & Relationships with Molly Handsaeme

  Sep 17, 20261h 16mS3

  What does ADHD look like in women—and how can it shape the way we experience ourselves and our relationships? In this episode, I sit down with ADHD therapist Molly to explore the often-overlooked experience of ADHD in women. We talk about the ways ADHD can show up in friendships, dating, intimate relationships, and the relationship we have with ourselves. We also explore rejection sensitivity, shame, perfectionism, people-pleasing, masking, and the pressure so many women feel to be organized, productive, emotionally regulated, and somehow “have it all together.” Together, we unpack how societal expectations and messages from media can influence the way women with ADHD see themselves—and what can happen when we begin replacing self-criticism with understanding and compassion. Whether you have an ADHD diagnosis, have wondered if ADHD might explain some of your experiences, or simply want to better understand the women in your life, this conversation offers validation, insight, and a reminder that struggling doesn't mean you're failing. More about Molly Follow Molly on Instragram Follow us on social media: @outisdethetherapyroompod If you're looking for a therapist and live in Ontario, feel free to visit our website here or contact us at hello@newmooncounselling.com to work with one of our team members. If you reside outside of Ontario, a quick Google search will help you find a therapist near you!

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  Episode #70

  Episode 70: Period Pain & Your Pelvic Floor with Laura Holland

  Sep 10, 20261h 5mS3

  Welcome back! We are on Season 3, and starting off our season with a conversation on Period Pain. Painful periods are often treated as something we simply have to live with—but how much pain is actually "normal"? In this episode of Outside the Therapy Room , I sits down with Laura, a pelvic floor specialist, to talk about the connection between period pain, pelvic floor health, and the mind-body connection. We explore what the pelvic floor actually does, how tension and chronic pain can affect it, when period pain may be a sign of something more, and how pelvic floor physiotherapy can help. Laura also shares insight into endometriosis and PCOS, what symptoms shouldn't be ignored, and practical ways to support your pelvic health. Whether you've experienced painful periods yourself, live with pelvic pain, or simply want to better understand your body, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to normalize pain or suffer in silence. More about Laura Follow Laura on Instagram Follow us on social media: @outisdethetherapyroompod If you're looking for a therapist and live in Ontario, feel free to visit our website here or contact us at hello@newmooncounselling.com to work with one of our team members. If you reside outside of Ontario, a quick Google search will help you find a therapist near you!

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  Episode #69

  Episode 69 - Summer Bodies, Body Image & Self-Worth with Amrit Babbra

  May 21, 20261h 1mS2

  As summer approaches, so does the pressure to have the “perfect summer body.” In this season finale, we’re having an honest conversation about body image, diet culture, self-worth, and the emotional impact of constantly feeling like we need to change ourselves to be accepted. Joined by therapist Amrit, we explore why this time of year can feel especially triggering, how social media and comparison affect our mental health, and healthier ways to think about our bodies beyond appearance alone. We also talk about weight loss, confidence, body neutrality, and how to stop putting life on pause while waiting to feel “good enough.” This episode is a reminder that your worth is not measured by your size, and you deserve joy, connection, and self-compassion exactly as you are. Thank you for being part of season 2 — we’ll see you after the summer break for season 3. Follow NMC Book a Consult with Amrit Follow us on social media: @outisdethetherapyroompod If you're looking for a therapist and live in Ontario, feel free to visit our website here or contact us at hello@newmooncounselling.com to work with one of our team members. If you reside outside of Ontario, a quick Google search will help you find a therapist near you!

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