Identification of Rumination Problems and Their Effects on Guidance and Counseling Services with the Solution Focused Brief Counseling (SFBC) Approach

Abstract

This conceptual article discusses the application of Solution-Focused Brief Counseling (SFBC) in guidance and counseling services to reduce rumination. Rumination, which is the tendency to constantly think about problems or negative feelings without reaching an effective solution, can worsen mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. This study aims to: 1) Explain how the SFBC approach can be applied in the context of guidance and counseling services to overcome rumination, 2) Assess the effectiveness of SFBC in reducing rumination and improving clients' mental well-being, and 3) Identify SFBC techniques that can be used specifically to address ruminative thought patterns. SFBC focuses on: 1) Future Orientation: Emphasizing on goals that can be achieved in the future, rather than on current or past problems. 2) Client Empowerment: Recognizing clients' resources and abilities to solve their own problems. 3) Clear Goal Setting: Setting specific, measurable, and realistic goals. 4) Solution-Based Questioning: Using questions that encourage clients to look at successes already achieved and how they can be expanded. This study used a qualitative method with a conceptual analysis approach, analyzing relevant literature on SFBC and rumination. The results show that the strength of SFBC lies in its ability to shift the focus from problems to actionable solutions, thus effectively reducing rumination and improving clients' mental well-being. This study emphasizes the potential of SFBC in enhancing guidance and counseling practices for individuals experiencing persistent negative thought patterns.