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The Role of Counselors In Increasing Women's Career

Adaptability Through Expressive Writing Therapy On Digital
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Complete List of Authors: Putri, Ramtia; Universitas PGRI Palembang, Guidance and Counseling;
Universitas Negeri Malang
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Hidayah, Nur; Universitas Negeri Malang, Guidance and Counseling

Ramadhani, Erfan; Universitas Negeri Malang, Guidance and Counseling;
Universitas PGRI Palembang, Guidance and Counseling
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3 The Role of Counselors In Increasing Women's Career Adaptability Through Expressive Writing
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Therapy On Digital Platforms
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7 Ramtia Darma Putri1,2, Nur Hidayah2 and Erfan Ramadhani1,2
8 Universitas PGRI Palembang, Palembang, Indonesia1
9 Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia2
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11 Background. This article explains the role that counselors can play to improve women's career adaptability
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by using digital platforms.
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14 Problem. The problem discussed in this paper is a form of counselor intervention to help increase women's
15 career adaptability using expressive writing techniques on digital platforms.
16 Conclusion. The counselor's competency in improving women's career adaptability through expressive
17 writing therapy on digital platforms is very important, so that women can reflect, overcome obstacles, and
18 plan steps to achieve success in an era of change. This service ensures that all women have the opportunity
19 to develop, especially in their career adaptability.
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22 Dear Editor,
23 This article was written in response to a previous article entitled "Career adaptability to prevent
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24 unexpected careers and burnout for female employees in the remote work era".1 This article discusses career
25 adaptability for women, which requires access to new skills and professional networks. Increasing career
26 adaptability is becoming increasingly important in a rapidly changing world of work.2 For women, these
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27 challenges can be more complex due to factors influencing their roles in work and personal life, as well as
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their vulnerability to mental health disorders.3 This article examines the crucial role played by counselors
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in helping women overcome their career challenges through expressive writing therapy, with a focus on the
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31 use of digital platforms as efficient and widely accessible tools.
32 Constant changes in the world of work, especially in the digital era, have changed the traditional
paradigm of careers for women.4 Women, who often face dual roles as workers and caregivers, must
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34 develop a high degree of career adaptability to achieve success in this rapidly changing environment.5
35 Expressive writing therapy is an approach that is emerging as an effective tool in helping women overcome
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these challenges. Expressive writing therapy is an approach that combines elements of writing with therapy.
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In the context of career counseling, expressive writing therapy provides a platform to reflect, express
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39 emotions, and plan career steps more effectively, and the use of digital platforms allows broader access to
40 these services.6,7
41 The use of digital platforms in expressive writing therapy has opened the door to more inclusive,
42 accessible, and convenient counseling services.8 This provides more options for individuals seeking support
43 in self-development and increased career adaptability.9 Some of the main benefits provided by the use of
44 digital platforms in the context of expressive writing therapy are: (1) easier access; (2) comfort in sharing;
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(3) ease of schedule; (4) tracking and analyzing; (5) availability of additional resources, (6) data security
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47 and privacy; (7) media flexibility, and (8) overcoming geographical constraints.10,11
48 The counselor's skill in guiding clients in expressive writing on digital platforms is a very important
49 aspect to ensure the effectiveness of therapy and client development, so that the above benefits can be felt
50 by clients.12 So, what kind of skills should a counselor have? The following are some counselor skills that
51 are relevant in this context such as: (1) empathy skills; (2) effective communication; (3) understanding of
52 client challenges; (4) writing skills; (5) expertise in the use of technology; (6) experienced in expressive
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writing therapy; (7) the ability to ask in-depth questions; (8) comprehensive assessment; (9) analytical
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3 The role of counselors in increasing women's career adaptability through expressive writing therapy
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on digital platforms is very important. With the guidance of a competent counselor, women can reflect,
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overcome obstacles, and plan steps to achieve success in a digital era that continues to change. Digital
7 platforms provide powerful tools to provide these services efficiently and accessible to various levels of
8 society, ensuring that all women have the opportunity to develop, especially in their career adaptability
9 abilities.
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11 Funding
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Universitas Negeri Malang
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15 Conflict of Interest
16 The Authors Declare No Conflict of Interest in This Paper
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18 References
19 1. Aminah S, Hidayah N, Hanurawan F, Indreswari H, Rangka IB. Career adaptability to prevent
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unexpected careers and burnout for woman employees in the remote work era. J Public Health
22 (Bangkok). Published online June 7, 2023. doi:10.1093/pubmed/fdad080
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24 2. Ardelt M, Edwards CA. Wisdom at the End of Life: An Analysis of Mediating and Moderating
25 Relations Between Wisdom and Subjective Well-Being. J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci.
26 2016;71(3):502-513. doi:10.1093/geronb/gbv051
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28 3. Fiorenzato E, Zabberoni S, Costa A, Cona G. Cognitive and mental health changes and their
29 vulnerability factors related to COVID-19 lockdown in Italy. PLoS One. 2021;16(1):e0246204.
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5. Hassanie S, Olugbade OA, Karadas G, Altun Ö. The Impact of Workload on Workers’ Traumatic
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38 Stress and Mental Health Mediated by Career Adaptability during COVID-19. Sustainability.
39 2022;14(19):12010. doi:10.3390/su141912010
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41 6. Ruini C, Mortara CC. Writing Technique Across Psychotherapies—From Traditional Expressive
42 Writing to New Positive Psychology Interventions: A Narrative Review. J Contemp Psychother.
43 2022;52(1):23-34. doi:10.1007/s10879-021-09520-9
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45 7. Gazit T, Mass H, Bronstein J. Examining Facebook Groups Engaging in Reading Experiences: The
46 Interactive Therapeutic Process Perspective. Empirical Studies of the Arts. 2023;41(1):259-283.
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doi:10.1177/02762374221118522
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49 8. Al-Mahrouqi T, Al-Alawi K, Al-Alawi M, et al. A promising future for tele-mental health in Oman: A
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qualitative exploration of clients and therapists’ experiences. SAGE Open Med.
52 2022;10:205031212210863. doi:10.1177/20503121221086372
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54 9. Turan ME, Çelik E. The effect of a career adaptability <scp>psycho-educational</scp> programme
55 on coping with career indecision and career adaptability: A pilot study. Couns Psychother Res.
56 2023;23(3):709-717. doi:10.1002/capr.12607
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13 12. Shah RS, Holt F, Hayati SA, et al. Modeling Motivational Interviewing Strategies on an Online
14 Peer-to-Peer Counseling Platform. Proc ACM Hum Comput Interact. 2022;6(CSCW2):1-24.
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doi:10.1145/3555640
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3 The Role of Counselors In Increasing Women's Career Adaptability Through Expressive Writing
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Therapy On Digital Platforms
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7 Ramtia Darma Putri1,2, Nur Hidayah2 and Erfan Ramadhani1,2
8 Universitas PGRI Palembang, Palembang, Indonesia1
9 Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia2
10
11 Background. This article explains the role that counselors can play to improve women's career adaptability
12
by using digital platforms.
13
14 Problem. The problem discussed in this paper is a form of counselor intervention to help increase women's
15 career adaptability using expressive writing techniques on digital platforms.
16 Conclusion. The counselor's competency in improving women's career adaptability through expressive
17 writing therapy on digital platforms is very important, so that women can reflect, overcome obstacles, and
18 plan steps to achieve success in an era of change. This service ensures that all women have the opportunity
19 to develop, especially in their career adaptability.
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22 Dear Editor,
23 This article was written in response to a previous article entitled "Career adaptability to prevent
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24 unexpected careers and burnout for female employees in the remote work era". 1 This article discusses career
25 adaptability for women, which requires access to new skills and professional networks. Increasing career
26 adaptability is becoming increasingly important in a rapidly changing world of work. 2 For women, these
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27 challenges can be more complex due to factors influencing their roles in work and personal life, as well as
28
their vulnerability to mental health disorders.3 This article examines the crucial role played by counselors
29
in helping women overcome their career challenges through expressive writing therapy, with a focus on the
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30
31 use of digital platforms as efficient and widely accessible tools.
32 Constant changes in the world of work, especially in the digital era, have changed the traditional
paradigm of careers for women.4 Women, who often face dual roles as workers and caregivers, must develop
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33
34 a high degree of career adaptability to achieve success in this rapidly changing environment. 5 Expressive
35 writing therapy is an approach that is emerging as an effective tool in helping women overcome these
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challenges. Expressive writing therapy is an approach that combines elements of writing with therapy. In
37
the context of career counseling, expressive writing therapy provides a platform to reflect, express
38
39 emotions, and plan career steps more effectively, and the use of digital platforms allows broader access to
40 these services.6,7
41 The use of digital platforms in expressive writing therapy has opened the door to more inclusive,
42 accessible, and convenient counseling services.8 This provides more options for individuals seeking support
43 in self-development and increased career adaptability.9 Some of the main benefits provided by the use of
44 digital platforms in the context of expressive writing therapy are: (1) easier access; (2) comfort in sharing;
45
(3) ease of schedule; (4) tracking and analyzing; (5) availability of additional resources, (6) data security
46
47 and privacy; (7) media flexibility, and (8) overcoming geographical constraints. 10,11
48 The counselor's skill in guiding clients in expressive writing on digital platforms is a very important
49 aspect to ensure the effectiveness of therapy and client development, so that the above benefits can be felt
50 by clients.12 So, what kind of skills should a counselor have? The following are some counselor skills that
51 are relevant in this context such as: (1) empathy skills; (2) effective communication; (3) understanding of
52 client challenges; (4) writing skills; (5) expertise in the use of technology; (6) experienced in expressive
53
writing therapy; (7) the ability to ask in-depth questions; (8) comprehensive assessment; (9) analytical
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55 skills; and (10) understanding privacy and ethics.13,14
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60 http://jpubhealth.oupjournals.org
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3 The role of counselors in increasing women's career adaptability through expressive writing therapy
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on digital platforms is very important. With the guidance of a competent counselor, women can reflect,
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overcome obstacles, and plan steps to achieve success in a digital era that continues to change. Digital
7 platforms provide powerful tools to provide these services efficiently and accessible to various levels of
8 society, ensuring that all women have the opportunity to develop, especially in their career adaptability
9 abilities.
10
11 Funding
12
Universitas Negeri Malang
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15 Conflict of Interest
16 The Authors Declare No Conflict of Interest in This Paper
17
18 References
19 1. Aminah S, Hidayah N, Hanurawan F, Indreswari H, Rangka IB. Career adaptability to prevent
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unexpected careers and burnout for woman employees in the remote work era. J Public Health
22 (Bangkok). Published online June 7, 2023. doi:10.1093/pubmed/fdad080
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24 2. Ardelt M, Edwards CA. Wisdom at the End of Life: An Analysis of Mediating and Moderating
25 Relations Between Wisdom and Subjective Well-Being. J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci.
26 2016;71(3):502-513. doi:10.1093/geronb/gbv051
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28 3. Fiorenzato E, Zabberoni S, Costa A, Cona G. Cognitive and mental health changes and their
29 vulnerability factors related to COVID-19 lockdown in Italy. PLoS One. 2021;16(1):e0246204.
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30 doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0246204
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32 4. Pillai R, Paul B. Industry 4.0 and the Changing Employment Relations: A Case of the Indian
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Information Technology Industry. NHRD Network Journal. 2023;16(1):92-110.
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35 doi:10.1177/26314541221134849
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5. Hassanie S, Olugbade OA, Karadas G, Altun Ö. The Impact of Workload on Workers’ Traumatic
37
38 Stress and Mental Health Mediated by Career Adaptability during COVID-19. Sustainability.
39 2022;14(19):12010. doi:10.3390/su141912010
40
41 6. Ruini C, Mortara CC. Writing Technique Across Psychotherapies—From Traditional Expressive
42 Writing to New Positive Psychology Interventions: A Narrative Review. J Contemp Psychother.
43 2022;52(1):23-34. doi:10.1007/s10879-021-09520-9
44
45 7. Gazit T, Mass H, Bronstein J. Examining Facebook Groups Engaging in Reading Experiences: The
46 Interactive Therapeutic Process Perspective. Empirical Studies of the Arts. 2023;41(1):259-283.
47
doi:10.1177/02762374221118522
48
49 8. Al-Mahrouqi T, Al-Alawi K, Al-Alawi M, et al. A promising future for tele-mental health in Oman: A
50
51
qualitative exploration of clients and therapists’ experiences. SAGE Open Med.
52 2022;10:205031212210863. doi:10.1177/20503121221086372
53
54 9. Turan ME, Çelik E. The effect of a career adaptability <scp>psycho-educational</scp> programme
55 on coping with career indecision and career adaptability: A pilot study. Couns Psychother Res.
56 2023;23(3):709-717. doi:10.1002/capr.12607
57
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60 http://jpubhealth.oupjournals.org
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3 10. Laneuville L, Ballesteros F, Affdal A, et al. Perspectives of Kidney Transplant Recipients, Transplant
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Candidates, and Living Kidney Donors on the Role of Patients’ Self-Narratives and Experiences of
5
6 Creative Writing Workshops: A Qualitative Study. Can J Kidney Health Dis.
7 2022;9:205435812211327. doi:10.1177/20543581221132742
8
9 11. Morrison K, Hughes T, Doi L. Understanding the use of telehealth in the context of the Family
10 Nurse Partnership and other early years home visiting programmes: A rapid review. Digit Health.
11 2022;8:205520762211237. doi:10.1177/20552076221123711
12
13 12. Shah RS, Holt F, Hayati SA, et al. Modeling Motivational Interviewing Strategies on an Online Peer-
14 to-Peer Counseling Platform. Proc ACM Hum Comput Interact. 2022;6(CSCW2):1-24.
15
doi:10.1145/3555640
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17 13. Reith-Hall E, Montgomery P. Communication skills training for improving the communicative
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19 abilities of student social workers: A systematic review. Campbell Systematic Reviews. 2023;19(1).
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20 doi:10.1002/cl2.1309
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22 14. Peach E. Creative Mental Health Literacy Practices: A Qualitative Study Exploring How Students
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