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Outside The Therapy Room

Outside The Therapy Room

By: Ivonne Hammoud
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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!

© 2026 Outside The Therapy Room
Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Episode 69 - Summer Bodies, Body Image & Self-Worth with Amrit Babbra
    May 21 2026

    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.

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    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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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 68 - Understanding Your Relationship Patterns with Jordan Hunsberger
    May 14 2026

    If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “why do I keep ending up in the same kind of relationship?”—this episode is for you.

    In this conversation, I sit down with Jordan, a couples psychotherapist, to unpack why these patterns happen in the first place. From attachment styles to nervous system familiarity, we explore how our past experiences shape who we’re drawn to—and why unhealthy dynamics can sometimes feel like “chemistry.”

    Most importantly, we talk about how to start breaking these cycles. What does it actually look like to choose differently? And how can you begin building something that actually feels secure and fulfilling?

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    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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    56 mins
  • Episode 67 - The Small Signs You’re Actually Healing (Even If It Doesn’t Feel Like It) with Sarah
    May 7 2026

    Healing doesn’t always look the way we expect it to.

    In this episode, I sit down with Sarah to talk about the small, often overlooked signs that you’re actually healing—even if it doesn’t feel like it. Because growth isn’t always loud or obvious… sometimes it’s quiet, uncomfortable, and easy to dismiss.

    We explore the subtle shifts that signal real change—like pausing before reacting, setting boundaries (even when it feels hard), outgrowing old patterns, and learning to sit with emotions you used to avoid.

    Remember, just because it doesn’t feel like progress, doesn’t mean it isn’t.

    Follow NMC

    Book a Consult with Sarah

    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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    32 mins
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