A Conceptual Model of Counselor-Led Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Interventions to Enhance Resilience in At-Risk Youth

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10.2991/978-94-6239-662-3_2How to use a DOI?

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Counsellor; Social and Emotional Learning (SEL); Resilience; at-risk youth

Abstract

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) plays a vital role in supporting at-risk youth by enhancing emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behavior. However, existing interventions often lack a structured model that reflects the interdependence of SEL components. This study develops a conceptual model of counsellor-led SEL interventions using Interpretive Structural Modelling (ISM) and MICMAC analysis. Expert input identified eight key strategies: Emotional Awareness Development, Self-Regulation Coaching, Empathy Enhancement Training, Positive Relationship Skills Building, Goal-Setting and Responsible Decision-Making, Counsellor as a SEL Role Model, Family Involvement, and Trauma-Informed Approaches. ISM was used to determine the hierarchical structure among these components, revealing that Positive Relationship Skills Building and Family Involvement are primary drivers. MICMAC analysis classified the variables into four categories, highlighting Self-Regulation Coaching and Trauma-Informed as dependent elements, while Emotional Awareness, Empathy Training, and Goal-Setting were found to be dynamic linkage variables. The role of the counsellor emerged as a culminating outcome influenced by other strategies. This model offers a structured, evidence-informed framework to guide counsellors in designing effective SEL interventions. It highlights the importance of prioritizing foundational relational and family elements to support emotional growth and behavioral change in at-risk youth.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Liley Afzani Saidi
AU  - Nur Haffiza Rahaman
AU  - Rayyan Cheong Tian Ming
AU  - Siti Nurhafizah Saleeza Ramlee
AU  - Wan Su Emi Yusnita Wan Yusof
AU  - Zarina Kassim
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/05/14
TI  - A Conceptual Model of Counselor-Led Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Interventions to Enhance Resilience in At-Risk Youth
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Cross- Disciplinary Academic Research 2025 - Track 3 Advances in Humanities, Education, Teaching, Learning & Arts (ICAR-T3 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 4
EP  - 19
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6239-662-3_2
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6239-662-3_2
ID  - Saidi2026
ER  -