Welcome to Psych, Translated — your go-to resource for decoding the latest research and insights from the world of psychology and therapy. Our blog is dedicated to making complex psychological concepts practical and accessible, allowing you to use them in everyday life.
Heather Z. Lyons, PhD received her PhD from the University of Maryland, College Park, and her BA in Psychology from Northeastern University. She sits on the editorial boards of the Journal of Black Psychology and Practice Innovations. Her leadership includes past executive board member of the Society for Vocational Psychology and member of the Publications Board of Division 29 of the American Psychological Association (APA). She is a Fellow of the APA (Division 17). She attained the rank of full professor in Loyola University Maryland’s Department of Psychology and is a licensed psychologist in Maryland and DC.
When you love someone with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), the learning curve is steep — and most of it happens through trial and error.. This guide is for the partner — not as an afterthought, but as a loved one whose experience matters just as much as the person with OCD.
Read MoreAttachment styles, the deep-seated patterns that shape how we connect with others, form early and run quietly in the background of adult relationships. But here's the question people ask most: can I change my attachment style? The short answer is yes — and the research is clearer on this than most people expect.
Read MoreIndividual therapy for relationship issues can be valuable—helping you understand your patterns, improve communication skills, and work on personal growth that benefits your relationships. This guide explains when individual therapy for relationship issues makes sense, what you can realistically achieve, and what the limitations are.
Read MoreFeeling torn is common. This guide gives you a calm, practical way to decide whether to work on the marriage, leave, or pause for discernment.
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