Call for papers -Preface to submission: "ASA Mental Health Review" is sponsored by the International Psychotherapy Association (ASA) and is committed to promoting the intersection of psychology, art therapy and mind-body medicine research and practice. All manuscripts undergo preliminary review by editors and expert review before deciding whether to publish. This journal welcomes original submissions from the fields of psychology, medicine and "healing" in a broad sense, taking into account both professional rigor and authenticity. This journal welcomes both original and published academic manuscripts. If the author's manuscript has been published on other platforms or journals, please indicate the original source and publication date when submitting, and confirm that the author has the authorization to re-publish. This journal will indicate the source in the form of "authorized reprint" or "reprint with permission" and respect the copyright of the original publishing unit. 1.Format: Word document 2. Language: Chinese or English (after the manuscript is accepted, the author needs to submit both Chinese and English versions for bilingual publication) 3. Submission email: op@soulfulasia.org Email title format: [Submission - section title] - article title - author name File naming format: column name_article title_author name.docx 4. Important dates: Long-term call for papers, rolling review; After submission, the preliminary review results will be fed back as soon as possible according to the editing process; Selected manuscripts will be released one after another according to the journal schedule and column plan. 5. Description of rights and interests: -Explanation of royalties and honors "ASA Mental Health Review" is a non-profit publication, adhering to the spirit of openness, co-creation and public welfare. There is no submission fee for this call for papers. All selected manuscripts will receive: • Certificate of Honorary Publication in "ASA Mental Health Review"; • The work has the opportunity to be officially included in the electronic version of an internationally recognized journal (ISSN application is pending) and be stored for a long time; • Excellent works will be displayed and promoted on ASA’s official website and official social media; • Outstanding future authors may be invited to be guest writers or lecturers. -Copyright and Instructions for Use • Authors retain all copyright and authorship rights in their works. • The author agrees to authorize ASA Mental Health Review and its sponsors to use the work in a non-exclusive, long-term, worldwide manner, including but not limited to: • Publishing electronic and printed versions of journals; • ASA official website and social media platform display and promotion; • Exhibitions, lectures and educational communication materials organized by the association. • This license is royalty-free, and all proceeds will be used only for ASA public welfare and mental health education projects. • If the author needs to withdraw the manuscript or adjust the scope of use of the work, he can contact the editorial office in writing for negotiation. -Community honor and priority (long-term value) 1. Annual Evaluation and Awards This journal will select “Best Paper Award of the Year” and “Most Practical Value Award of the Year” every year. The winners will receive: • Make public recognition at annual meetings or important events. • Invited to give keynote speeches at association brand events. 2. Integrate into the core academic circle of the association • Outstanding authors will be given priority to be invited to join the association’s “Academic Review Committee” and become review experts for this journal. • Have the opportunity to be recommended as a co-researcher on the association’s special research topics. • Priority will be given to being invited to participate in important work such as writing academic monographs and industry white papers organized by the association. 3. Personal brand exposure • The official media of the association can conduct in-depth interviews with outstanding authors to showcase your academic views and practical experience and enhance your personal brand awareness in the industry.
A. Healing Journeys -Call for papers requirements: 1. Personal healing story (can be anonymous) 2. Professional perspective
-Source of work: Self-reports and long-term self-views of those who have experienced them Professional records and reflections of front-line companionship/consultation practitioners Structured “Practice Path” Sharing Summary of practical snippets from small support groups, mutual aid groups, workshops, courses
-Submission requirements: • The experience is real, the process is specific, and can be signed or anonymous. The text should clearly present the emotional process, support methods and change process. May moderately describe perceived physical and mental changes (e.g., sleep quality, concentration, emotional stability), but does not involve medical diagnosis or prescription. If others are involved, obtain verbal or written consent. Length: 1500-3000 words recommended Attachments: You are welcome to provide high-definition photos (model rights authorization is required), charts, etc. related to the content, with brief descriptions. - Suitable for contributors: personal submissions, consulting/coaching/physical and mental work practitioners (such as singing bowls/sound therapy, mindfulness/meditation, life coaching, physical and mental relaxation/yoga/dance, narrative and expression works, etc.)
-Idea tips (for reference only) 1. Personal healing narrative (can be anonymous) Starting Point: Haunting/Triggering Event (Identifiable Details) Choice and starting: choose a certain method and why you choose this method (such as singing bowl/meditation/dance) Process: Practice frequency, steps, (obstacles encountered, and how to make progress) Results: changes, some quantifiable indicators can be added, such as: heart rate, sleep Reflection and boundaries: reflection on the suitability of methods; Harvest and understanding Resources: Introductory exercises and further reference for readers 2. Professionals de-identify cases (anonymization) Structural recommendations: Goals → Counseling path (e.g. voice therapy/coaching session structure/mindfulness process) → Observed changes → Ethics and boundaries (referrals, taboos) → Professional reflection (models, bias calibration, follow-up prospects)
B. Art & Inner Voice -Call for papers requirements: 1. Art therapy works: paintings, handicrafts, digital art, etc., with themes related to emotional expression, self-exploration or spiritual growth. 2. Sharing of creative process: briefly tell the story behind the work, source of inspiration or healing experience 3. If you quote domestic and foreign healing art works, please indicate the author, source and healing significance, and ensure that the image copyright can be published publicly. For original works, please confirm that the author has full copyright.
-Source of work: Creations, original works, and classic healing art works at home and abroad in the association’s online and offline activities (the source and healing significance must be indicated) Submission requirements: High degree of restoration, single or group pictures are available The writing is sincere and concise, focusing on personal experience and insights. Length: 300-1000 words recommended Attachments: You are welcome to provide high-definition photos (model rights authorization is required), charts, etc. related to the content, with brief descriptions.
- Suitable for contributors: Practitioners and enthusiasts of expressive arts such as music/dance/painting/writing/drama/sand table, card reflectors, and art therapy-related authors
-Idea tips (for reference only) 1. Art therapy practice notes Introduction to works/exercises → Psychological mechanism → How to carry out → Summary and reflection 2. Original works (poetry/essays/essays/photography/illustrations) + creative description (creative motivation, feelings you want to convey, emotional safety tips for reading/viewing) 3. Cards (Tarot/OH cards, etc., not prediction-oriented) Theme and question setting → Card drawing and image association → List of self-reflection questions → Action plan and boundary statement (non-medical advice) • Classic healing art works at home and abroad
• Walk with childlike innocence This column focuses on children with special needs. You are welcome to share real stories of care, education and healing, and spread professional knowledge and warm experiences. We hope to build a bridge of social support through diverse perspectives so that more people can understand and accompany these "special children."
-Call for papers requirements: 1. Main content: Stories about the growth and support of children with special needs and their families, interviews with experts or educators, parents’ experience sharing, and popular science related to psychology, education, and medical care. The content must closely focus on the real experiences of "children with special needs" (such as children with autism, developmental delays, learning disabilities, rare diseases, etc.) and their families and supporters. 2. The story is based on real events and can be given the necessary literary treatment to protect privacy, but the core plot and emotions must be sincere and credible. 3. Narratives are welcome from the perspective of parents, relatives, special education teachers, therapists, doctors, volunteers and even the children themselves (ghostwritten by guardians) 4. Manuscripts involving minors must obtain written consent from their guardians and be anonymized or obscured when necessary. All narratives should be respectful and gentle, and no sensitive personal information should be disclosed.
-Source of work: Parents, family members and other guardians of children with special needs Front-line teachers, rehabilitation therapists, and psychological counselors engaged in special education Pediatricians, developmental behavioral specialists, neuroscience researchers and other professionals Social workers and volunteers who have long-term served children with special needs Writers, journalists or content creators following this area
-Submission requirements: Narratives, interview scripts, experience sharing articles, popular science explanatory articles Length: 1,500-3,000 words recommended. Interviews and popular science articles can be extended appropriately. Attachments: You are welcome to provide high-definition photos (model rights authorization is required), charts, etc. related to the content, with brief descriptions.
-Suitable for contributors: Parents and family members of children with special needs; practitioners and researchers in special education, psychology, medical rehabilitation and other fields; workers in special education institutions and volunteers for public welfare projects
Let every story about "special love" be listened to tenderly. You are welcome to join us on the road of childlike innocence.
D. Activity Review (Manuscript Source: ASA Operations Department - There is no need to put it in the public recruitment document here) This column reviews the association's past exciting activities in the form of pictures and texts, including online public welfare courses, community sharing, offline exhibition salons, etc. We hope to record every moment of spiritual encounter with true and vivid writing.
-Call for papers requirements: • Main content: Review of highlights of the event, sharing of feelings from volunteers or participants, side notes on event organization or behind-the-scenes footage • Review of past activities hosted or co-organized by the association, including online public welfare courses, community theme sharing, offline exhibitions, workshops, salons, and outdoor activities • Not only record the process of the activity, but also explore the "people" and "emotion" in the activity, such as the input of participants, the dedication of volunteers, and the ingenuity of organizers -Source of work: Interview format Collect data and organize form
Submission requirements: Event newsletter, side notes, highlights, personal reflections Length: 500-800 words recommended, side notes and tidbits can be shorter and more concise Pictures: 3-10 high-quality, story-telling photos of the event are required. Photos must be clear, have a prominent theme, and be accompanied by detailed captions (Participants appearing in the photos must have authorized their consent for public display. Only submissions for events hosted or co-sponsored by ASA will be accepted.)
Idea tips: Clearly sort out the event process in chronological order, focusing on the highlights of the event, the guests’ words of wisdom, and the results achieved. Capture a moment that touches you the most or describe it in depth Share unknown details during the preparation of the event, such as the source of inspiration for planning, challenges encountered and solutions, and interesting stories about collaboration among team members Collect short testimonials from multiple participants/volunteers, and use their plain language to piece together the overall picture and warmth of the event. Let the touch and growth of every activity be tenderly treasured and illuminate the hearts of more fellow travelers. E.Psychic Encyclopedia | Psych Facts -Call for papers requirements: • Main content: popular science in psychology/healing/medicine (schools of psychological consultation, sexual health and psychology, body and psychology, disease and psychology, Chinese medicine psychology, physiological psychology, sports psychology, etc.), popular science in professional theoretical knowledge (suspension bridge effect, bystander effect, anchor effect, etc.), dispelling of myths (sexual myths), excellent popular science essays at home and abroad 2. All popular science content must be based on recognized psychological theories or authoritative research documents in the past 10 years to ensure that the information is accurate and cutting-edge. 3. When writing for the public, it is necessary to transform professional terms into vivid and understandable language and avoid obscure academic expressions.
-Source of work: Master's and doctoral students in psychology, medicine, cognitive science and other related fields Psychology teachers and researchers in universities and research institutions Hospital psychologists, psychiatrists and rehabilitation therapists Psychological counselors and therapists with academic background Excellent science writer, translator and depth psychology enthusiast
-Submission requirements: Popular science explanatory texts, literature reviews, compiled manuscripts Length: 800-1500 words Attachments: You are welcome to provide charts, data visualizations, etc. related to the content, and attach copyright instructions or sources. References must follow academic citation standards This column does not accept AI-generated or unverified research information Encourage to attach main references (3–5 items) at the end of the article
-Suitable for contributors: Master and PhD students in psychology and related majors Scholars, doctors, and senior consultants who wish to convey professional knowledge to the public Psychology enthusiast and content creator who is good at information integration and translation
-Idea tips:: The importance of popular science concepts/schools/medicine/healing (stigma, yet to be deepened) → Explanation of Concept analysis: Choose an interesting psychological effect or concept (such as "backfire effect", "self-depletion"), and use life-like scenarios to explain its operating mechanism. School introduction: Comparatively introduce the core ideas and application of two psychological counseling schools (such as CBT and DBT, humanism and existentialism). Cross-cutting fields: Explore a topic that intersects psychology and physiology (such as the "gut-brain axis" and emotions, "psychological intervention for chronic pain"). Debunking myths: Provide scientific clarification on common misunderstandings (such as "talking about sadness makes people more negative" and "only vulnerable people will suffer from depression"). Cutting-edge compilation: Translate and interpret recent psychological research of public interest published in authoritative foreign journals or media (such as "APA Monitor" and "Nature Human Behavior").
F. Practice Guide | Practice Guide -Call for papers requirements: • Main content: complete and operable daily exercises (meditation guides, mindfulness exercises, singing, energy, hypnosis, painting, diet, yoga, etc.), art therapy tutorials (music therapy, aromatherapy, dance therapy, etc.) 2. Provide a clear, complete, and followable step-by-step guide. Readers can complete the exercises independently or under guidance based on the article 3. It is necessary to clarify the psychological mechanism or principle of the practice (i.e., "why you do it"), and clearly describe the operation process (i.e., "how to do it specifically") 4. The applicable population, contraindications, and whether professional guidance is required for this practice must be clearly stated at the beginning of the article. Clear safety warnings must be given for potentially risky practices (such as deep hypnosis, vigorous dancing) 5. Evidence support: Encourage to provide evidence of the effectiveness of the practice, such as research support, typical cases or quantifiable practice feedback, to enhance its credibility. 6. All exercises must indicate the applicable groups and safety precautions. For exercises involving physical manipulation, hypnosis, deep emotional release, etc., please provide a risk statement. All guidance is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional treatment or medical advice.
-Source of work: Frontline psychological counselors and psychotherapists Various therapists (art therapy, dance therapy, music therapy, etc.) Yoga instructors, mindfulness meditation instructors, fitness coaches and other practitioners in the field of physical and mental health Hospital rehabilitation department, psychiatrists and nurses Senior practitioners with systematic methodologies and successful cases
-Submission requirements: Tutorials, operation manuals, introductory word scripts Length: 500-800 words (subject to being able to fully describe the practical steps) Special instructions: The beginning of the article must be clearly marked with labels such as [Applicable people], [Taboos/Warnings], [Preparation items], etc.
-Suitable for contributors: Psychological counselors and various therapists with rich practical experience Instructors in yoga, meditation, mindfulness and more Rehabilitation therapists in hospitals and community centers
-Idea tips: Reference structure: Target group (can be used daily/requires professional guidance) → Intervention path (healing process - psychological mechanism, how to carry out, guide words, self-practice) → Effectiveness evidence / practice results → Meaning of healing (practical cases) → Limitations (universality / generalizability, future development direction) Mindfulness Practice: Design a 10-minute "Office Mindful Breathing" or "Bedtime Body Scan" exercise with complete guides. Art Therapy: Provides a tutorial on "Emotional Mandala Painting", from preparing materials, guiding intentions to creating and reflecting on the complete process. Dance Therapy: Introducing a "shoulder and neck pressure dance" sequence to release stress through simple body movements, with action diagrams. Cognitive behavioral technology: Transform a CBT technology (such as a "thought record sheet") into self-practice steps that ordinary people can operate. Physical and mental regulation: Share a set of "5-step anxiety calming method" that combines breathing and gentle movements, and explain the physiological and psychological principles of each step.
In addition to the above sections and content, we also welcome submissions on mental health and cultural research (cross-cultural, Chinese group research), neuroscience, clinical psychology and physical and mental illness, education and community psychology construction, special groups (children, autism, trauma recovery, etc.), international and domestic psychology, rehabilitation medicine, education, new methods and new technologies, practice and application experience sharing~
Ethics statement: All manuscripts are for educational and academic exchange only, not clinical diagnosis and treatment suggestions. If the content of the case is involved, personal information must be concealed and written consent must be obtained from the parties concerned.