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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Most adults and children 12 and older have access to highly effective new medicines called GLP-1 receptor agonists, but younger children must rely on lifestyle changes like diet, exercise and counseling alone to lose weight.
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Jen Christensen, CNN, 10 Sep. 2024
In this program, a sergeant’s job includes checking in on academic progress, occasional tutoring and counseling, and patrolling the chow hall.
—Alfredo Sosa, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Sep. 2024
Since the 1950s, mental health experts say that suicide prevention models have largely been designed to identify and mitigate risk through an individualized approach, treating symptoms like anxiety or suicidal ideation through therapy or counseling.
—Brandon Kapelow, NPR, 10 Sep. 2024
The university sent out a statement alerting students of her death and offered counseling to gymnastic team members and other resources to students.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 5 Sep. 2024
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Jen Christensen, CNN, 10 Sep. 2024
In this program, a sergeant’s job includes checking in on academic progress, occasional tutoring and counseling, and patrolling the chow hall.
—Alfredo Sosa, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Sep. 2024
Since the 1950s, mental health experts say that suicide prevention models have largely been designed to identify and mitigate risk through an individualized approach, treating symptoms like anxiety or suicidal ideation through therapy or counseling.
—Brandon Kapelow, NPR, 10 Sep. 2024
The university sent out a statement alerting students of her death and offered counseling to gymnastic team members and other resources to students.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 5 Sep. 2024
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“Counseling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/counseling. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.
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