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counseling

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkaʊnsəɫɪŋ// coun·sel·ing

n. professional help from a trained person to talk about your problems and feelings. It helps you understand your emotions and find ways to deal with difficult situations.

n. professional guidance provided by a trained therapist to assist individuals in resolving personal, social, or psychological problems. Often involves structured dialogue aimed at improving mental health and emotional well-being.


SIMPLE

She decided to go to counseling to help with her stress.

CONTEXTUAL

The university offers free counseling services to students who are struggling with their mental health during exam season.

COMPLEX

Effective grief counseling provides a safe environment for individuals to process loss at their own pace, facilitating the transition from acute distress to long-term emotional stability.

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Pitfall

he gave me a counselinghe gave me some counselingCounseling is generally uncountable and should not be used with the indefinite article 'a'.

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