International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy
International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy (IJCP) (Online ISSN 3064-3465 - Print ISSN 3064-271X) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to advancing and disseminating state-of-the-art knowledge in the field of counseling and psychotherapy. The journal aims to serve as a platform for scientific publications, promoting high-quality research findings, supporting evidence-based theory and practice, and providing an academic forum for researchers, scholars, professionals, counselors, psychotherapists, psychiatrists, and college students to explore, share, and discuss critical ideas, strategic issues, innovations, implications, and scientific contributions in counseling and psychotherapy. Aims: IJCP is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to advancing and disseminating state-of-the-art knowledge in the field of counseling and psychotherapy. The journal aims to serve as a platform for scientific publications, promoting high-quality research findings, supporting evidence-based theory and practice, and providing an academic forum for researchers, scholars, professionals, counselors, psychotherapists, psychiatrists, and college students to explore, share, and discuss critical ideas, strategic issues, innovations, implications, and scientific contributions in counseling and psychotherapy. Focus and Scope: IJCP focuses on publishing original, high-quality articles that address current issues and emerging trends through research findings and literature reviews in the field of counseling and psychotherapy. IJCP welcomes original articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case studies, and methodological innovations related to, but not limited to, the following topics: (1) Counseling Profession and the Role of Professional Counselors in the 21st Century; (2) Theories and Practices of Counseling and Psychotherapy; (3) Empirical Research in Counseling and Psychotherapy; (4) Current Scientific Issues and Research in Counseling and Psychotherapy; (5) Applied Behavior Analysis and Behavior Modification; (5) Implementation and Evaluation of Counseling and Psychotherapy Practices; (6) Other Relevant Topics in Counseling and Psychotherapy. The journal encourages submissions from researchers, practitioners, and scholars worldwide, and places particular value on interdisciplinary work that bridges the theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. IJCP supports the use of rigorous methodologies and diverse paradigms, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research, to promote a comprehensive understanding of the human experience in therapeutic contexts.
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<![CDATA[The Role of Counseling in Addressing Domestic Violence and Child Abuse ]]>
<![CDATA[Adaobi Jennifer Iloakasia]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 1(2), 2024 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v1i2.172
<![CDATA[Background: Domestic violence and child abuse remain critical issues that deeply affect the emotional and psychological well-being of victims. Addressing these problems requires strategic interventions, particularly in the field of counseling. Objective: This study aims to identify how counseling can support victims of domestic violence and child abuse in their emotional and psychological recovery process. Method: A descriptive survey research design was employed. The sample consisted of 98 professional counselors and teachers from secondary schools and colleges, selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and validated by expert review. Results: Analysis of variance (ANOVA) revealed a statistically significant result (F = 5.215, p = .025), indicating that early counseling interventions significantly promote emotional healing, enhance communication, and build resilience. These outcomes contribute to reducing the occurrence of domestic violence and child abuse. Conclusion: Counseling plays a vital role in helping victims manage emotional responses, break destructive behavioral patterns, and develop healthier coping strategies. Originality/Value: This study offers significant empirical contributions to the fields of crisis counseling, clinical psychology, and child/family welfare by demonstrating the vital role of early counseling interventions in fostering emotional healing, breaking destructive behavioral patterns, and building resilience among victims. These findings enrich the existing literature and serve as a strategic reference for professional counselors, social workers, educators, and policymakers in establishing standardized early-intervention protocols and developing integrated restorative counseling programs for survivors of domestic violence and child abuse.]]>
<![CDATA[Humanistic Counseling Psychology Review of Deviant Gigolo Behavior ]]>
<![CDATA[Dody Riswanto]]>;
<![CDATA[Adaobi Jennifer Iloakasia]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(1), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i1.182
<![CDATA[Background: The profession of gigolos, which involves providing sexual services in exchange for money and material goods, has long been seen as deviant and morally questionable. Objective: This study aims to review the mental and psychological conditions of men who work as gigolos based on the perspective of Rogers' humanistic counseling psychology theory. Method: This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques are interviews, observations, documentation studies, and audio-visual information. Data analysis is carried out by concluding to produce meaning. Results: The main factor that motivates gigolo men is economic factors. Sexual transactions with women generate money and other materials, such as giving gifts of mobile phones (cell phones), laptops, clothes, food, housing, and other goods. Gigolo men use Facebook social media to promote themselves to women. Conclusion: The solution to Rogers' humanistic counseling psychology problems regarding gigolo behavioral deviations is as follows: 1) respondents must build self-confidence to quit the gigolo profession; 2) respondents must be honest and more open about the experiences they have experienced; 3) respondents must have the responsibility to solve their problems; 4) respondents must eliminate erroneous perceptions such as fear of being poor and others; 5) Respondents must be able to accept themselves to express feelings of anger, hatred, shame, anxiety, fear, and others that the respondents initially avoided. Originality/Value: This study offers novel insights in the field of Guidance and Counseling psychology by uncovering the underlying psychological dynamics, economic motives, and social media promotion regarding deviant gigolo behavior through Carl Rogers' humanistic counseling perspective, an area that remains scarcely examined. These findings enrich existing empirical evidence and serve as a strategic reference for counselors, mental health practitioners, and social welfare institutions in developing humanistic-based therapeutic interventions, self-acceptance programs, and rehabilitation strategies for individuals seeking to leave sex work.]]>
<![CDATA[The Effect of Religious Awareness as a Therapeutic Medium on the Shaping Students' Religious Behavior ]]>
<![CDATA[Fiki Prayogi]]>;
<![CDATA[Palasara Brahmani Laras]]>;
<![CDATA[Yasin Adam]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(1), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i1.183
<![CDATA[Background: Religious awareness is a key factor in shaping students’ religious behavior, especially during the formative years of primary school amid growing moral and spiritual challenges. Objective: This study aims to determine the effect of religious awareness as a moderator in shaping the religious behavior of primary school students. Method: A correlation study was conducted at SMA Adiguna Bandar Lampung during the 2023/2024 academic year. The research involved 80 randomly selected students. Data were collected using religious awareness and religious behavior scales. Instrument validity was tested using the product-moment formula, while reliability was assessed with Cronbach’s alpha. Data analysis employed the product-moment formula. Result: The findings indicate a positive relationship between religious awareness and religious behavior, demonstrating that religious awareness significantly influences students' religious life. Conclusion: Religious awareness plays a critical role in moderating and shaping students' religious behavior. It suggests that fostering higher levels of religious awareness can positively influence students’ religious actions and attitudes, potentially leading to a more spiritually engaged and conscientious student body. Originality/Value: This study provides a valuable empirical contribution to the fields of psychology of religion, Islamic guidance and counseling, and character education by uncovering the significant positive relationship and influential role of religious awareness in shaping students' religious behavior regarding moral and spiritual development within the context of secondary education at SMA Adiguna Bandar Lampung, a focus that has previously lacked empirical examination through a therapeutic lens. These findings enrich existing quantitative literature and serve as a strategic reference for religious education teachers, school counselors, and educational administrators in designing structured spiritual development programs and utilizing religious awareness interventions to cultivate proactive, conscientious religious behavior among students.]]>
<![CDATA[The Use of Information Service Modules to Enhance Students' Assertive Behavior ]]>
<![CDATA[Reynalyn Tayaban]]>;
<![CDATA[Bai Raezza I. Guizo]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(1), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i1.184
<![CDATA[Background: Assertive behavior plays a key role in a student's ability to interact with peers and instructors, express opinions, and stand up for themselves in various situations. Objective: Assertive behavior is a crucial social skill that students must develop to navigate interpersonal relationships and academic challenges effectively. However, fostering assertiveness among students can be difficult due to various personal and environmental factors. This study aims to measure the improvement in students' assertive behavior through the use of information service modules. Method: The research adopts a Research and Development (R&D) approach and was conducted throughout 2023 with a sample of 30 students. Data were collected through questionnaires designed to assess levels of assertive behavior before and after the intervention. The analysis involved conducting (1) normality tests to ensure data distribution assumptions were met, and (2) dependent sample t-tests to determine the significance of changes. Result: The findings indicate a significant improvement in students' assertive behavior, demonstrating the effectiveness of the developed module-based information service. Conclusion: The study confirms that the module-based information service effectively enhances students' assertive behavior and addresses the research problem. Originality/Value: This study provides a significant developmental and empirical contribution to the fields of school guidance and counseling, instructional media design, and educational psychology by uncovering the empirical effectiveness of systematically developed information service modules in significantly enhancing student assertive behavior regarding interpersonal communication competence and self expression within the context of module based school counseling services, an area that has previously received limited Research and Development (R&D) validation. These findings enrich existing empirical and developmental literature and serve as a strategic reference for school counselors, educators, and curriculum developers in designing, implementing, and standardizing structured information media interventions to cultivate healthy assertiveness and interpersonal adaptability among students.]]>
<![CDATA[The Effect of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Therapy on Reducing Stress and Fatigue among Career Women ]]>
<![CDATA[Norizan Binti Yusof]]>;
<![CDATA[Mardiana Mansor]]>;
<![CDATA[Haslinda Hasyim]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(1), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i1.185
<![CDATA[Background: Working women frequently encounter high stress levels due to the combined demands of professional duties and household responsibilities. Emotional fatigue, often underestimated, plays a critical role in reducing well-being and work-place productivity. Objective: This study investigates the effectiveness of mindfulness techniques in reducing fatigue and alleviating stress among working women. Method: A qualitative case study was conducted with five professional women who also manage domestic roles. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and observations during a series of mindfulness sessions. Result: Fatigue was found to stem not only from workplace demands but also from emotional strain at home. Participants who felt unappreciated, described as experiencing a hypo emotional tank, tended to carry negative emotions into their work, increasing stress and lowering performance. After mindfulness practice, most participants reported improved emotional balance, enhanced self-worth, and noticeable reductions in fatigue and stress. Conclusion: Mindfulness practices help working women manage stress and fatigue by fostering self-awareness and emotional resilience. Originality/Value: This study offers a significant contribution to clinical psychology and occupational health psychology by revealing the qualitative dynamics of the hypo emotional tank, namely the emotional strain arising from unacknowledged domestic burdens, alongside the therapeutic efficacy of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in restoring self worth and emotional equilibrium. By examining stress and fatigue management among career women balancing professional and domestic roles, this research addresses a critical yet underexplored dimension of workplace well being. These findings enrich the evidence based psychological literature and serve as a strategic reference for mental health practitioners, organizational counselors, and human resource managers in designing and implementing workplace mindfulness interventions to support women psychological well being and job performance.]]>
<![CDATA[The Role of Peer Counseling Services in Addressing Juvenile Delinquency among High School Students ]]>
<![CDATA[Yunita Yunita]]>;
<![CDATA[Paulinus Alexander Satriano Uda]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(1), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i1.186
<![CDATA[Background: Student delinquency is a persistent issue that affects the learning environment and overall student development. It can disrupt academic progress, harm peer relationships, and contribute to long-term behavioral problems. Objective: This study aims to investigate the influence of peer counseling on student delinquency. Specifically, it seeks to determine whether peer-based interventions can serve as an effective strategy for reducing delinquent behavior among high school students. Method: A correlational research design was employed at SMA Kartika I-2 Medan in 2022, with a sample of 40 students. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed through statistical methods to examine the relationship between peer counseling and student delinquency. Results: The results revealed that peer counseling does not have a significant impact on reducing student delinquency. Instead, other influential factors were identified, including the family environment, school climate, personal motivation, and broader social conditions. Conclusion: The study concludes that peer counseling alone is insufficient as an intervention for addressing student delinquency. More comprehensive strategies are required to tackle the root causes of delinquent behavior. Originality/Value: This study provides a valuable empirical contribution to the fields of educational psychology, school guidance and counseling, and adolescent behavioral intervention by uncovering the insufficiency of peer counseling as a standalone intervention and highlighting the critical influence of family dynamics, school climate, and personal motivation regarding student delinquency reduction within the context of secondary education at SMA Kartika I-2 Medan, a dynamic that has previously received limited critical evaluation. These findings enrich existing empirical evidence and serve as a strategic reference for school counselors, educators, school psychologists, and educational policymakers in designing multifaceted behavioral intervention programs, reevaluating peer led support systems, and fostering collaborative family school prevention strategies.]]>
<![CDATA[The Effectiveness of Cognitive Restructuring Techniques in Reducing Academic Procrastination among Junior High School Students ]]>
<![CDATA[Epin Candra Buana]]>;
<![CDATA[Ebtaniz Zulwidyaningtyas]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(1), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i1.187
<![CDATA[Background: Academic procrastination is a significant problem experienced by many junior high school students. This behavior often leads to decreased productivity in completing academic assignments and can negatively impact students' overall academic performance. Objective: The objective of this study is to examine the effectiveness of cognitive restructuring techniques in reducing academic procrastination among junior high school students by helping them replace negative thought patterns with more positive and productive ones. Method: This research employed a mixed-method approach using a Sequential Explanatory design, which integrates quantitative and qualitative methods. The study was conducted in 2023 at SMP Negeri 1 Kepung. Data were collected through a questionnaire, and the quantitative data were analyzed using the t-test to determine the significance of the intervention. Result: The results indicated that cognitive restructuring techniques delivered through group counseling were effective in reducing academic procrastination behavior in students. The intervention led to measurable improvements in students' ability to manage their academic tasks more responsibly. Conclusion: Cognitive restructuring is a beneficial technique for addressing academic procrastination. By modifying students' maladaptive thoughts, it contributes to improved learning behavior and increased academic engagement. Originality/Value: This study provides valuable empirical contributions to the field of Educational Guidance and Counseling by demonstrating the effectiveness of cognitive restructuring techniques delivered via group counseling in replacing maladaptive thought patterns regarding academic procrastination among junior high school students using a Sequential Explanatory mixed-method design, an area with limited comprehensive investigation at the secondary school level. These findings enrich existing empirical evidence and serve as a strategic reference for school counselors, educational psychologists, and educators in designing structured cognitive interventions to enhance students' academic responsibility and learning engagement.]]>
<![CDATA[The Psychological and Emotional Impact of Sudden Parental Death on Children’s Grief ]]>
<![CDATA[Adaobi Jennifer Iloakasia]]>;
<![CDATA[Denata Viana da Conceicão]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(2), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i2.274
<![CDATA[ Background: The sudden death of a parent is a deeply traumatic event for children, often causing significant emotional and psychological disruptions that hinder their development and academic performance. Objective: This study investigated the psychological and emotional impacts of sudden parental death on children. Method: Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected through the validated Sudden Parental Death Impact Assessment Questionnaire (SPDIQ), with high internal consistency (α = 0.85, 0.72, 0.81). SPSS v25 was used to analyze responses via descriptive statistics, ANOVA, and Pearson correlation. Results: Findings showed that emotional shock, isolation, fear, and suicidal thoughts were among the most reported effects, along with depression and academic decline. Moderate, statistically significant correlations existed between sudden parental death and both emotional and psychological distress. Conclusion: The study confirms that sudden parental death has a measurable and distressing impact on children, irrespective of the background of the supporting counselor. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the field of child developmental psychology, school counseling, and bereavement studies by revealing the quantified severity of emotional-psychological distress, suicidal ideation, and academic disruption correlated with sudden parental loss regarding children's traumatic grief within the context of validated psychometric assessment (SPDIQ) and counselor effectiveness evaluation, an area that remains scarcely investigated in literature. These findings enrich existing empirical evidence and serve as a strategic reference for school counselors, clinical child psychologists, social workers, and educational policymakers in designing standardized trauma-informed grief interventions and holistic school-based psychosocial support systems.]]>
<![CDATA[The Concept of Emotions in Islamic Counseling: A Thematic Analysis of Fear, Anger, Sadness, and Shame According to the Qur'an and Hadith ]]>
<![CDATA[Evi Zuhara]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(2), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i2.311
<![CDATA[Background: Emotions are an important aspect of human life that affect psychological and spiritual well-being. In Islamic counseling, understanding how to manage emotions according to Islamic teachings is expected to help individuals deal with various emotional challenges. Objective: This study aims to identify how Islam teaches the management of these emotions and provide practical guidance for counselors in providing Islamic-based counseling services. Method: The method used is Systematic Literature Review (SLR). The collected data were analysed thematically to explore the understanding of emotion management in Islamic teachings and its relevance in counseling practice. Result: Islam provides clear guidance in managing emotions: fear as a form of submission to Allah, anger that must be controlled through patience and forgiveness, sadness that is accepted with calmness and hope, and shame as a motivator for good behaviour. These concepts provide a strong foundation for a more holistic Islamic counseling approach, which integrates spiritual and psychological aspects in overcoming emotional problems. Conclusion: Emotional management in Islam significantly contributes to a more religion-based counseling approach and can be applied to improve individual well-being. Contribution: Originality/Value: This review article offers an original contribution to the fields of Islamic psychology and Islamic counseling by synthesizing the literature on the thematic concept and management of core emotions (fear, anger, sadness, and shame) according to the Qur'an and Hadith, an area that remains underexplored systematically. This study maps existing theoretical-methodological gaps while serving as a strategic reference for Islamic counselors, mental health practitioners, and researchers in developing holistic psycho-spiritual counseling frameworks and setting future research agendas on Islamic emotion regulation.]]>
<![CDATA[Mr. Ganjar Roso's Traditional Therapy Based on Cultural and Religious Values from a Cross-Cultural Counseling Perspective ]]>
<![CDATA[Talitha Laksmi Adibah]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): International Journal of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 2(2), 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.64420/ijcp.v2i2.315
<![CDATA[Background: In a multicultural society like Indonesia, traditional medicine based on cul-tural and religious values plays a significant role as an alternative and complement to mo-dern medical treatment. Objective: This study aims to describe the traditional therapy by Mr. Ganjar Roso in Banyumas, Central Java, from the perspective of cross-cultural counse-ling. Method: The research employs a qualitative descriptive approach, using data collection techniques such as direct interviews and documentation from the YouTube channel "Ganjars Ngaji Roso." This method allows for an in-depth exploration of the therapeutic practices and their underlying cultural and spiritual values. Result: The findings reveal that Mr. Ganjar's therapy extends beyond physical healing to encompass psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects. His healing methods include sirasa (spiritual sensitivity), ilmu sabdo (prayers/mantras), and kasunyatan (spiritual silence), which are combined with Islamic practices such as dzikir, shalawat, and the recitation of Al-Fatihah. These practices reflect a holistic approach to counseling that integrates both spiritual and cultural dimensions. Conclusion: Mr. Ganjar's therapy can be viewed as a form of counseling that is holistic, con-textual, and deeply aligned with the local cultural and religious values. This approach em-phasises the importance of integrating local wisdom and spirituality in the healing process, making it a relevant model for cross-cultural counseling. Originality/Value: This study offers novel empirical and conceptual insights into the field of cross-cultural counseling and indigenous psychology by revealing how Javanese culturalspiritual values (sirasa, ilmu sabdo, kasunyatan) and Islamic traditions (dzikir, shalawat, Al-Fatihah) are integrated into holistic healing practices within the context of local traditional therapy in Banyumas, Central Java. These findings enrich the existing literature and serve as a strategic reference for counselors, mental health practitioners, and researchers in designing culturally responsive and spiritually integrated counseling frameworks.]]>
