About the Journal

Jurnal Katalis Psikologi Terapan is a scientific journal focused on publishing practice-based works in the field of psychology, particularly those related to the implementation and evaluation of psychological interventions in various real-life contexts. This journal serves as an academic space that integrates professional practice with scientific reflection, ensuring that intervention experiences do not remain mere activity reports but evolve into systematic and testable contributions to knowledge.

The term “catalyst” is used to represent the role of psychological interventions as triggers and accelerators of change within individuals and groups. Interventions are understood not merely as the application of techniques, but as dynamic processes involving a deep understanding of psychological conditions, precise case formulation, and contextual, theory-based change strategies.

 

Focus and Scope
This journal accepts articles that examine psychological intervention practices in various settings, including:

  • Clinical and health psychology
  • Educational and developmental psychology
  • Industrial and organizational psychology
  • Community and social psychology 

Accepted article types include:

  • Case reports / case studies
  • Case series
  • Intervention program evaluations
  • Development of intervention models or modules
  • Evidence-based practice

 

Article Characteristics

Articles published in this journal are expected to:

1. Be based on actual psychological intervention practices

2. Have a clear and relevant theoretical foundation

3. Present a systematic assessment and case formulation

4. Describe intervention procedures in a structured manner

5. Include indicators of change (quantitative and/or qualitative) (pre-post)

6. Include critical reflections on the process and practical implications

Thus, this journal positions practice as a valid and important source of scientific knowledge in the development of applied psychology.

 

Journal Objectives

This journal aims to:

● Promote practice-based publications in the field of psychology

● Develop a culture of scientific reflection in professional practice

● Provide empirical references for practitioners, academics, and students

● Support the integration of professional education and scientific development

● Strengthen psychology’s contribution to solving real-world problems in society

 

Target Audience

This journal is intended for:

● Psychologists and mental health practitioners

● Psychology academics and researchers

● Students in professional psychology education programs

● Graduate students in psychology

● Interdisciplinary practitioners who use psychological approaches

 

Publication Ethics

All published articles must adhere to the principles of scientific publication ethics, including:

● Participant consent (informed consent)

● Maintaining client confidentiality

● Compliance with the code of ethics of the psychology profession

● Originality