María Jesús Álava Reyes

About the Author

María Jesús Álava Reyes is a renowned clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with over three decades of experience in emotional health and interpersonal dynamics. Holding a doctorate in psychology, she has dedicated her career to unraveling the complexities of human behavior, particularly the subtle art of deception and its profound impacts on relationships and well-being. As the head of the Psychology Department at the Ruber International Hospital in Madrid, she combines rigorous scientific insight with compassionate guidance to help individuals navigate emotional turmoil. Her work bridges the gap between clinical practice and accessible self-help, empowering readers to recognize and heal from the hidden wounds of lies—both self-inflicted and external—fostering authenticity and resilience in everyday life.