counseling

noun

coun·sel·ing ˈkau̇n(t)-s(ə-)liŋ

variants or counselling

: professional guidance of the individual by utilizing psychological methods especially in collecting case history data, using various techniques of the personal interview, and testing interests and aptitudes

career counseling for high schoolers

counseling for drug addicts

Examples of counseling in a Sentence

She is receiving counseling to cope with the death of her husband. The college offers career counseling.

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Employers can offer financial and mental health counseling support. —

Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 Darrel Spinks, executive director of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council, which oversees counseling and social worker licenses, said they were never consulted on the implications of the law. —

Stephen Simpson, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Nov. 2024 The new regulations require district staff members to explain the process to file Title IX complaints or promptly contact complainants to discuss supportive measures like counseling or schedule changes. —

Jo Yurcaba, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024 Opioid treatment: The number of providers offering comprehensive opioid treatment, counseling and support services has more than tripled since 2019, DeWine said. —

Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for counseling