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About Journal

Buletin Konseling Inovatif provides a multidisciplinary platform for research in psychiatric mental health, counseling, and character development. The journal emphasizes evidence-based and innovative counseling interventions addressing mental health issues such as emotional regulation, trauma, well-being, and psychosocial adaptation across the life span. While highlighting Indonesian contributions, the journal also welcomes international submissions offering comparative or globally relevant insights. This journal is follow the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

About Journal's Name

Buletin Konseling Inovatif literally means “Bulletin of Innovative Counseling.” The use of the Indonesian language in the title signals the journal’s regional focus and its commitment to advancing research that is relevant to Indonesian and Southeast Asian contexts. At the same time, the journal welcomes contributions from other countries when their findings offer insights that can inform or enhance counseling practices in Indonesia.

Journal History

Buletin Konseling Inovatif was first published in 2021 with a biannual publication frequency. Starting in 2023, the journal increased its publication frequency to three issues per year.

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Publication Schedule

Buletin Konseling Inovatif published regularly three times a year in:

  • February
  • June
  • October

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Speed/ Acceptance

  • Average speed from submission to first decision: 14 days
  • Average speed from submission to decision after review: 36 days
  • Average speed from submission to acceptance: 48 days
  • Average speed from acceptance to online publication: 7 days
  • Acceptance rate: 78% 

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Language

The publication language of the journal is English.

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Digital Archiving

The journal is digitally preserved through the CLOCKKS, ensuring long-term accessibility of its published content.

Each article is also assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) from CrossRef, providing a permanent and reliable means of citation and retrieval.

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The journal does not accept adverts from third parties.

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Revenue Sources

This journal is financially supported through institutional support and author fees. We ensure that the availability of institutional funding or the payment of author fees, or even waiver status, does not influence editorial decision-making in any way. All submissions undergo a rigorous and impartial peer-review process to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity

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Direct Marketing

This journal conducts direct marketing activities in a targeted and professional manner. Occasionally, we publish Call for Papers announcements on the journal’s website and/or send them via email to relevant researchers and scholars. All information provided about the journal and publisher is accurate, truthful, and not misleading. We ensure that our outreach efforts remain appropriate and unobtrusive, respecting recipients' preferences and professional engagement.

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Target Readership

Buletin Konseling Inovatif is intended for a broad audience of academics, researchers, and practitioners in psychiatric mental health, counseling, psychology, and education. The journal is particularly relevant for scholars investigating mental health across the life span, including emotional regulation, trauma, well-being, and psychosocial adaptation.

It is also valuable for counselors, clinical and school psychologists, and mental health professionals who implement evidence-based and innovative interventions in educational and community settings. Educators and teacher trainers will benefit from research on the integration of mental health, character development, and educational practices that support holistic development.

In addition, the journal serves researchers and professionals in health social sciences who examine the role of social, cultural, and environmental factors such as family, school, and community in shaping mental health outcomes. Contributions related to digital mental health and technology-enhanced counseling are particularly relevant for specialists working at the intersection of mental health and innovation.

Policymakers, institutional leaders, and program developers engaged in mental health promotion, educational reform, and life-course development strategies will find the journal useful for evidence-based insights. The journal also welcomes graduate students and early-career researchers seeking to contribute to and engage with interdisciplinary research in mental health and counseling.

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