International Journal of Research in Counseling is dedicated to advancing the field of counseling by exploring innovative and inclusive practices in the digital and multicultural era. The journal focuses on both theoretical and applied research that addresses contemporary challenges in the counseling profession. It encompasses a wide range of topics that shape modern counseling practices, including but not limited to:

1. Digital Counseling Innovation: Investigating the integration of technology in counseling practices, such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and mobile applications, alongside the ethical, legal, and practical considerations of digital counseling platforms.

2. Cultural and Indigenous Counseling: Fostering culturally competent practices by incorporating indigenous knowledge, cross-cultural counseling, and decolonization of therapeutic practices. It emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse cultural backgrounds and linguistic differences in counseling.

3. Inclusion in Counseling: Focusing on counseling practices for marginalized populations, including individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, and ethnic minorities. It explores inclusive methods and policies in educational and workplace counseling settings.

4. AI Ethics and Data in Counseling: Examining the ethical considerations surrounding the use of artificial intelligence and data in counseling, including privacy, data security, and the potential biases in automated systems used for psychological assessment and support.

5. Preventive Counseling & Psychoeducation: Promoting the role of counseling in preventive mental health care and psychoeducation, particularly in schools, communities, and digital platforms. This includes strategies for early intervention and raising mental health awareness.

6. Counselor Competency and Professional Development: Addressing the evolving competencies required for modern counselors, particularly in the context of virtual counseling environments. It also explores professional development, continuous training, and supervisory practices in counseling.

7. Crisis, Conflict, and Post-disaster Counseling: Research on counseling practices in crisis situations, including post-disaster recovery, trauma recovery, and counseling for refugees and conflict-affected populations.

The journal invites high-quality empirical, theoretical, and practical contributions that present innovative solutions to the diverse needs of contemporary counseling. We aim to foster a global conversation on emerging issues and promote practices that prioritize well-being, inclusivity, and technological advancement.