Central Java Government Launches 'Logis', Free Online Psychological Consultation Service
The service is a proactive measure to ensure that mental health issues, especially among children and students, are addressed promptly. Through this service, residents of Central Java no longer need to fear or feel ashamed when consulting about mental health.
This service can be accessed via the JNN Ext 2 application. Operating from Monday to Thursday between 11:00 and 13:00 WIB, and Friday from 10:00 to 12:00 WIB, the service is supported by professional psychologists from eight hospitals owned by the Central Java Provincial Government.
“This is a form of free online psychological consultation service that can be accessed by everyone in the community,” said the Governor of Central Java, Ahmad Luthfi, in a statement on Friday (3/7/2026).
He made this announcement during the launch of ‘Logis’ at the Central Java Provincial Health Office in Semarang yesterday.
In addition to involving psychologists, the service also involves the Ministry of Religious Affairs and the Education Office to reach children and students experiencing psychological issues, ranging from stress to bullying.
Luthfi stated that the service is provided online and managed by professionals. He noted that the programme is part of the government’s effort to proactively address mental health issues within the community.
According to him, many psychological issues have previously only received attention after becoming public cases. “However, with this free psychological service, it is hoped that those seeking help can be protected regarding the issues they face,” said Luthfi.
In his directive, Luthfi also requested that the service be socialised in schools, including through anti-bullying or ‘zero bullying’ campaigns.
Based on data from the Central Java Provincial Health Office, as of the first quarter of 2026, 2.13 million adults have participated in mental health screenings through the Free Health Check Programme. Meanwhile, approximately 14,600 people with mental disorders are receiving treatment at community health centres (Puskesmas).
The Head of the Central Java Provincial Health Office, Zulfachmi Wahab, stated that the Free Online Psychologist Service is a flagship programme of the Central Java Provincial Government in the health sector, following the ‘Doctor on the Move’ (Spelling) programme. The programme was introduced to overcome barriers related to distance, time, and the social stigma surrounding mental health services.
He explained that despite the high number of mental health-related cases, only a small number seek treatment. Therefore, this service is expected to serve as an initial gateway for early detection through online consultation.
In the future, if indications of a condition leading to a medical necessity are found, officers can follow up with home visits. “The presence of this service is to address constraints of distance, time, and the feeling of shame or stigma. The service is conducted privately, like a psychological consultation. If a medical indication is found, we will conduct home visits,” he said.
On the same occasion, Luthfi also handed over one ambulance unit to the All Indonesia Fishermen’s Association (HNSI) of Kendal Regency. He noted that an ambulance is a vital facility for communities in coastal and seaside areas.
“We are providing an ambulance to the fishermen. This is a form of accelerating health services for the community, specifically for fishermen,” said Luthfi.
Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Kendal Regency HNSI DPC, Triyono, said the ambulance would be utilised to assist fishermen experiencing emergencies, whether due to illness or death.
“With this ambulance, we hope to reduce the burden on fishermen. If someone falls ill or passes away, at least they can be assisted,” expressed Triyono.
Triyono added that, until now, fishermen in Kendal did not have their own ambulance, meaning every emergency required coordination with a hospital. “When an incident occurs, we have to communicate with the hospital in Kendal Regency first. We still have to wait, and that has been our obstacle so far,” he concluded.