INNER JOURNEY 
Psychology, Inc.

Life’s transitions are not instant events but journeys that unfold over time. The space between endings and beginnings—the liminal space—is where true inner growth happens. By honoring this process, protecting our energy, and embracing patience, we allow change to take root and emerge more fully, creating a deeper, more authentic sense of self.

Nearly a century after Emma Jung’s time, many women still find their identities overshadowed by roles like wife or mother. In Silicon Valley, I often hear stories of women whose careers and dreams were put on hold for a spouse’s opportunities. Drawing on Jungian psychology, this blog explores why reclaiming one’s own center is vital for women’s mental health—and how individuation helps us step out of the shadows and into our own light.

On my way to Zurich for the IAAP Congress, I reflect on my poster presentation on how therapy holds a dialogue between Senex and Puer. Senex offers structure, skills, and stability, while Puer brings imagination, dreams, and possibility. Both are needed—when they speak to each other, healing becomes not only about solving problems but also about creating space for meaning and self-discovery.