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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Resources are available through cancer organizations that provide support services, such as counseling, financial assistance, or meal delivery. —

Julie Scott, Msn, Anp-Bc, Aocnp, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2025 From relationship counseling to childcare assistance, these benefits typically represent 29.5% of total compensation—meaning unused benefits represent a significant loss in total compensation. —

Rachel Montanez, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 The man's post touched on the importance of therapy, noting that Ella has been in counseling to help her process her mother's absence and the shifting dynamics within her family. —

Melissa Fleur Afshar, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025 Consider going to co-parenting counseling where the two of you can learn strategies to save your child from the emotional turmoil created by your ongoing disagreements. —

Jann Blackstone, Boston Herald, 19 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for counseling