The Self-Trust Podcast

By Emily Romero

Welcome to The Self-Trust Podcast! Your guide to turning down the external noise and turning up your inner knowing. Join Emily, long time trauma therapist turned bestselling author and creator of The ... more

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The podcast currently has 95 episodes available.

The Self-Trust Podcast episodes:

April 03, 2025 27. Somatic Therapy is the Foundation for Self-Trust
EPISODE LINKS:
Language of Sensation PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_V3MC4gC2vPU0vANiOTdlCPGaZ8CznDH/view?usp=sharing
Buy: You Can Trust Yourself
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
The Self-Trust Model™ Training + Certification Application
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
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32min
April 01, 2025 26. When "Fake-It-Till-You-Make-It" Strategies Fail You
EPISODE LINKS:
Buy: You Can Trust Yourself
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
The Self-Trust Model™ Training + Certification Application
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
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This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
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20min
March 28, 2025 25. All Parts Are Welcome
EPISODE LINKS:
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Get on the WAITLIST for Book #2: You Can Trust Yourself
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
The Self-Trust Model™ Training + Certification Application
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
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Instagram
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This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
8min
March 27, 2025 24. Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps you build Self-Trust
Ever wondered why you can feel calm and chaotic in the same moment? This episode breaks down the Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework—aka parts work—and how it deepens your Self-Trust by helping you understand your inner world.
Emily explains the core concepts of IFS, including Self energy, exiles, managers, and firefighters, and shows how each part plays a role in your healing. If you’re working with trauma, perfectionism, or your inner child, this episode is foundational.
In this episode:
The 8 C’s of Self and what they feel like
Why all your parts—even the destructive ones—have good intentions
How Self-led healing fosters confidence, clarity, and calm
How IFS connects to somatic therapy and psychedelic integration
How to build a loving, trusting relationship with every part of you
EPISODE LINKS:
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
Deepen Your Self-Trust Work:
Get the books + more: The Self-Trust Marketplace
1-1 Session with Emily
Buy You Can Trust Yourself on Amazon
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
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This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
23min
March 25, 2025 23. "Trust Your Gut!"... unless it's actually anxiety
EPISODE LINKS:
Get on the WAITLIST for Book #2: You Can Trust Yourself
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
The Self-Trust Model™ Training + Certification Application
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
Substack
Instagram
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This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
23min
March 20, 2025 22. Spring Equinox + Doing Things That Scare You
EPISODE LINKS:
Get on the WAITLIST for Book #2: You Can Trust Yourself
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
The Self-Trust Model™ Training + Certification Application
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
Substack
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This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
10min
March 13, 2025 20. Self-Trust & Psychedelic Wisdom | Bringing Integration Practices Into Daily Life
In this expansive episode, Emily explores the core principles of psychedelic therapy—preparation, integration, and the classic trio of set, setting, and dose—and how they apply far beyond drug-based experiences.
Whether or not you ever take psychedelics, these practices can help you slow down, deepen your Self-Trust, and bring greater meaning to any transformative experience.
In this episode:
What “psychedelic” actually means
Why preparation is a radical act of Self-Trust
How to use set, setting, and dose for any life change
Integration as a lifestyle (not a checklist)
How to prepare for your next big healing journey—drug-free
EPISODE LINKS:
Training + Certification Application
Get on the WAITLIST for Book #2: You Can Trust Yourself
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
DEEPEN YOUR SELF-TRUST WORK:
Get the books + more: The Self-Trust Marketplace
1-1 Session with Emily
Buy You Can Trust Yourself on Amazon
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
Substack
Instagram
Email List

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
34min
March 11, 2025 19. Cult Psychology & Confidence | The *Real* Threat of Insecurity
In this passionate episode, Emily opens up about her evolving relationship with confidence and insecurity—and how these themes impact our ability to live freely, trust ourselves, and stay safe in a world full of manipulation.
From New Year’s intentions to post-cult recovery stories, she explores the existential stakes of self-trust, why fake-it-til-you-make-it never truly works, and how disconnection from your own wisdom makes you vulnerable.
In this episode:
Why deep insecurity can be dangerous
What cult recovery taught Emily about trust and autonomy
The lie behind "fake confidence"
Why Self-Trust isn’t just a key—it’s your shield
How to vet people, professionals, and programs with discernment
Training + Certification Application
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
DEEPEN YOUR SELF-TRUST WORK:
Get the books + more: The Self-Trust Marketplace
1-1 Session with Emily
Buy You Can Trust Yourself on Amazon
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
Substack
Instagram
Email List

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
15min
March 06, 2025 18. The Self-Trust Model™ Training
EPISODE LINKS:
Training + Certification Application
Get on the WAITLIST for Book #2: You Can Trust Yourself
Emily's books: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
Substack
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This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
22min
March 04, 2025 17. Are you a stranger to yourself? | Self-Awareness is a Prerequisite to Self-Trust
Today, Emily reads Lesson 6 from her book Can People Really Change?—a powerful reminder that self-awareness is foundational to Self-Trust.
In this heartfelt chapter, Emily shares the story of Nikki, a newly divorced client discovering how much of her identity was shaped by someone else—and how self-inquiry, even about small things, opens the door to deeper trust in oneself. Emily also reflects on her own path to knowing and trusting herself as a therapist.
In this episode:
Why self-awareness is the foundation of Self-Trust
How moments of not knowing spark transformation
Why small choices matter in building inner clarity
How Emily’s own journey shaped her trust in her therapist identity
An invitation to rebuild your life from within
LINKS:
Training & Certification
Emily's book: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
You get the audio version of the book included with purchase of the physical book.
Join Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTS
DEEPEN YOUR SELF-TRUST WORK:
Get the books + more: The Self-Trust Marketplace
1-1 Session with Emily
Buy You Can Trust Yourself on Amazon
CONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!
Substack
Instagram
Email List

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe
...more
9min

FAQs about The Self-Trust Podcast:

How many episodes does The Self-Trust Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 95 episodes available.