Aims: The current study explores the benefits of a family intervention program on families and their adolescent children who were convicted as juveniles. Adolescents and their families shared their experiences in joining the program, especially the improvement they made while in the program. Demographics: Research participants included eight adolescents, six mothers, and two fathers. Settings: The program took place in Malaysia's adolescents’ rehabilitation center. Methodology: Data were collected through an in-depth interview with participants. Analysis: Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Findings: Findings revealed five main themes: (1) awareness and insight; (2) Understanding risk and protective factors of delinquency; (3) the opportunity to learn roles in the family; (4) Learning to improve communication skills; and (5) Learning to forgive. Implications: The study provides insight into the importance of family involvement in delinquent adolescents’ rehabilitation and the need to consider the family system approach in counseling delinquent adolescents.

This qualitative study aims to understand the role of religion and spirituality in counseling from the experience of Malaysian counselors. The study participants comprised twelve counselors with experience integrating religion and spirituality into their practice. Data was collected using individual semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions. The data was then analyzed using thematic analysis. Four themes emerged from the study, namely: (i) religion and spirituality give meaning to life, (ii) building self-reliance, and (iii) strengthening relationships with God and fellow human beings. Implications of the study to research and practice are discussed.