English Reference
noun

counseling

n.
US /ˈkaʊnsəɫɪŋ/ coun·sel·ing UK spelling counselling

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    professional advice and support to help you deal with personal problems or difficult feelings.

    professional guidance provided to individuals or groups to assist in the resolution of personal, social, or psychological challenges.

    Simple

    After the accident, the company offered free counseling to all the employees involved.

    In context

    The university provides confidential counseling services to students struggling with the transition to academic life or experiencing mental health crises.

    Usage

    Often used as an uncountable noun, though specific sessions can be countable.

Primary care providers and community health workers visited emergency shelters to provide counseling and ensure people had access to their medications.

The Conversation· 18 Aug 2026

In Australia, the national family violence counselling service is on 1800 737 732.

The Guardian· 23 Aug 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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