IMPLEMENTASI COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY DENGAN TEKNIK COGNITIVE RESTRUCTURING UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEPERCAYAAN DIRI KORBAN BULLYING VERBAL: STUDI KASUS PADA PESERTA DIDIK SMK KESUMA MARGOYOSO

Abstract

This study was motivated by the low self-confidence observed in students who were victims of verbal bullying at SMK Kesuma Margoyoso—characterized by feelings of inferiority and shame, social withdrawal, fear of expressing opinions, and a lack of belief in their own abilities. The intervention aimed to foster a reduction in feelings of shame, inferiority, sadness, anxiety, and disappointment. Behaviorally, the counselees became more confident in interacting with peers, expressing opinions, participating in lessons, and facing social situations they had previously tended to avoid. The implementation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) utilizing the Cognitive Restructuring technique was deemed effective in facilitating personal change and altering negative self-perceptions. This study aimed to examine and describe the implementation of CBT counseling with the Cognitive Restructuring technique for students who were victims of verbal bullying. A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving two Grade XI students who had experienced verbal bullying. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and subsequently analyzed via data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The counseling process was conducted over four sessions, encompassing problem identification, identification of negative thoughts, cognitive restructuring, behavioral practice, evaluation, and follow-up. The results indicated changes across cognitive, emotional, and behavioral aspects for both counselees. Cognitively, the counselees were able to identify automatic negative thoughts, distinguish between mockery and facts, and develop more rational and adaptive thinking patterns. Emotionally, the counselees showed improvements in self-confidence.