https://jpc.aprocon.org.ng/index.php/jpc <p>The Journal of Professional Counseling (JPC) is the official journal of the Association of Professional Counsellors in Nigeria. The main purpose of the journal is to publish well-researched and original articles to advance the theory and practice of guidance and counseling in Nigeria and globally. The journal receives scholarly articles written by authors in the field of counseling psychology and other related disciplines for the advancement of knowledge and practice of counselling. The journal publishes theoretical and empirical articles that focus on investigating current professional and scientific issues in Counselling. The articles are blindly peer reviewed and subjected to plagiarism tests to ensure a high originality index before publication.</p> Association of Professional Counsellors in Nigeria en-US Journal of Professional Counselling 2645-2308 <p>All Rights Reserved<br />No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, or stored in a retrieval system, in any form or means, now known, or hereafter invented, without written permission from the copyright owner or the publisher; Association of Professional Counsellors in Nigeria (APROCON).</p> https://jpc.aprocon.org.ng/index.php/jpc/article/view/193 <p>This study explored the impact of community-based counselling on dispute resolution inIjanikin, Lagos State, Nigeria. Community-based counselling offers a grassroots approach to conflict management, emphasizing communication, empathy, and mutual understanding. The descriptive survey research design was used, the population of the study were residents of Ijanikin. The sample size of 200 participants was selected using purposive sampling technique for selecting key informants, community-based leaders, counsellors, and a stratified random sampling method to select residents from various wards within Ijanikin to ensure representation. Data were collected using self-developed questionnaire named Community -Based Counselling on Dispute Resolution Questionaires (CBCDRQ). Cronbach Alpha was used to measure the internal consistency of the instrument and value of r = 0.89 was obtained. The data from the self-developed questionnaires are analyzed using descriptive statistic for mean and standard deviations and inferential statistics were used to calculate One-Sample t-test, Chi-Square Test and One-Way ANOVA. Findings show that community-based counselling significantly contributes to peaceful cohabitation and reduces the incidence of prolonged disputes.The study concluded that community-based counselling holds great promise for promoting social harmony, reducing violence, and enhancing justice in local Nigerian communities like Ijanikin. To consolidate these gains, there is a pressing need for multi-level investment and community engagement aimed at strengthening the foundations of counselling practice and making it more accessible, respected, and impactful. It was recommended that there should be increase training and capacity building for community counsellors and integrate counselling into educational curricula and youth programmes.</p> Tolu OGUNLEYE Malik A. . MUMUNI Copyright (c) 2026 2026-07-31 2026-07-31 9 1 1 13 https://jpc.aprocon.org.ng/index.php/jpc/article/view/194 <p>This study investigates the relationship between parental divorce and juvenile delinquency in Gombe Metropolis, Gombe State Nigeria. The research explores the breakdown of family structures, societal stigmatization, and insufficient support systems that contribute to delinquent behaviors such as truancy, theft, violence, and substance abuse. Utilizing Krejcie and Morgan's formula, a sample size of 375 respondents were selected from a population of 1,000 individuals, including children from divorced families, their parents, and community stakeholders such as educators, social service providers, juvenile justice professionals, and community leaders. Employing a quantitative research design, the study collects data through standardized questionnaires to analyze variables including family dynamics, socioeconomic factors, and access to support services. By focusing on the specific socio-cultural and economic context of Gombe Metropolis, this research seeks to inform policy decisions, community programs, and intervention strategies tailored to the needs of children from divorced families.The study highlights that family structure, socioeconomic conditions, and community support significantly influence children’s behavior. It finds that divorce increases the risk of delinquency, aggression, and emotional detachment among children. However, strong family support, education, and community programs can help reduce these negative effects. The study provides recommendations to guide policies and interventions aimed at promoting stable family environments and supporting vulnerable children in Gombe Metropolis.</p> Ayuba BAPPAH Usman U. DUKKU Ibrahim S. SADAUKI Copyright (c) 2026 2026-07-31 2026-07-31 9 1 13 24