Journal Scope

The journal publishes original research findings that contribute to preventive programs, mental health policy development and implementation, mental health surveillance and monitoring, theory development and foresight in mental health, and the promotion of professional ethics in counseling and psychotherapy.

Journal Features

• Owner and Publisher: Psychology and Counseling Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran
• Publication Frequency: Quarterly (4 issues per year)
• Article Type: Original Research Articles
• Language: Persian (with English Abstracts)
• Peer Review Process: Double-Blind Peer Review
• Average Review Time: 2–3 months
• Initial Editorial Screening: Within a maximum of 14 days
• Year of Establishment: 2026 (1405 SH)
• Access Policy: Open Access
• Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Alireza Agha Yousefi
• Managing Editor: Dr. Majid Saffarinia