Indonesian Journal of Islamic Psychology
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025)

Enhancing Self-Confidence in Low-Income Adolescents Through Person-Centered Therapy: A Qualitative Case Study

Novia Purba (Universitas Bunda Mulia)
Lidia Kastanya (Universitas Bunda Mulia)
Sherly Sherly (Universitas Bunda Mulia)
Monika Monika (Universitas Tarumanagara)
Valencia Christabel (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Jun 2025

Abstract

Self-confidence is essential in adolescent development, particularly for social interactions, public speaking, and decision-making. Adolescents with low self-confidence often withdraw, feel anxious in social situations, and struggle with decisions. Previous research has linked self-confidence to both academic and social success. However, studies on effective psychological interventions to improve self-confidence in adolescents from low socioeconomic backgrounds remain scarce. This study focuses on a 19-year-old adolescent from an economically disadvantaged family. Despite academic potential and personal strengths, the subject experiences self-doubt and fear of self-expression. Person-centered therapy (PCT) was chosen as an appropriate intervention to enhance self-confidence. This research evaluates the effectiveness of PCT in promoting self-acceptance, positive self-perception, and confidence in social settings. Qualitative methods were employed to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention. The findings indicate that PCT effectively boosts self-confidence, particularly through techniques such as unconditional positive regard. This supports the effectiveness of PCT in enhancing adolescent self-confidence and psychological well-being.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijip

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

Description

This journal encompasses original research articles, and short communications, including: Social Psychology Organization and Industrial Psychology Educational and Developmental Psychology Islamic Psychology Clinical Psychology ...