Enhancing Counseling Services for Disabilities: A Culturally Rooted Framework of Silih Asah Silih Asih Silih Asuh

Abstract

People with disabilities in Indonesia still often face barriers in accessing counseling services, whether physical, psychological, or social aspects. This situation certainly has a significant impact on their well-being. It is not uncommon for people with disabilities to withdraw from social life due to the perceived distance and stigma between them and the general public. In fact, counseling should serve as a safe space for people with disabilities to receive guidance and empathetic support. To achieve inclusive counseling services, a counseling approach rooted in local culture is needed so that the interventions provided are socially and emotionally accepted by clients. The local wisdom that can be integrated into counseling is the cultural values of Silih Asah, Silih Asih, Silih Asuh. This study aims to examine how the principles of Silih Asah, Silih Asih, Silih Asuh can be adapted into counseling approach for people with disabilities. This research uses a qualitative method in the form of a literature study by analyzing existing sources such as journals, scientific articles, and other relevant literature.