AIMS, FOCUS AND SCOPE

AIMS OF IJCP 
IIJCP aims to disseminate high-quality research findings, support evidence-based theory and practice, and provide an academic platform for exploring, sharing, and discussing critical ideas, strategic and contemporary issues, innovations, global trends, implications, and scientific contributions in the field of counseling and psychotherapy.
FOCUS AND SCOPE
IJCP focuses on investigating critical ideas, strategic and contemporary issues, global trends, evidence-based theory and practice, as well as innovations and developments (novelties) in the field of counseling and psychotherapy. IJCP accepts original manuscripts in the form of research articles, literature reviews, conceptual papers, case studies, and technical papers related to character education, including but not limited to the following areas:
  • Counseling: Counselor Education and Professional Training; School and Higher Education Counseling Services; Islamic Guidance and Counseling; Theories and Practices of Counseling Approaches; Cross-Cultural Counseling; Crisis Counseling; Academic Counseling; Career Counseling, Counseling for Children with Special Needs and Inclusive Education (etc)
  • Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy Theories and Approaches; Evidence-Based Interventions; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT); Psychodynamic Therapy; Humanistic Therapy; Family and Couples Therapy; Trauma-Focused Therapy; Crisis Intervention; Tele-Psychotherapy; Cross-Cultural Psychotherapy; Psychotherapy for Substance Use and Personality Disorders.

IJCP Focus and Scope Alignment with the All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) System:

ASJC Code ASJC Category Subject Area Scope Coverage
3304 Education Social Sciences & Humanities Counselor Professional Education, Counseling Theory and Practice in Schools and Higher Education, Group Counseling/Therapy, Individual Counseling/Therapy..
3202 Applied Psychology  Social Sciences & Humanities Application of psychological theories and methods in counseling and psychotherapy settings through various approaches oriented toward recovery, personal growth, and the enhancement of psychological well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
2738 Psychiatry and Mental Health Health Sciences Application of clinical psychological theories, methods, and mental health interventions in counseling and psychotherapy settings through various approaches oriented toward the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of mental disorders, as well as the promotion of emotional recovery, psychological stability, and the enhancement of individuals’ social well-being.

IJCP adopts the Scopus Journal Subject Classification (ASJC) system to organize and categorize research topics. By following the ASJC system, IJCP ensures that its content is clearly structured, making it easier for authors to access and utilize information relevant to the Focus and Scope of IJCP.