Word
counseling
Phoneticscoun·sel·ing
/ˈkaʊnsəɫɪŋ/
UK spelling · counselling
Definition
n. professional advice and support to help you deal with personal problems or difficult feelings.
n. professional guidance provided to individuals or groups to assist in the resolution of personal, social, or psychological challenges.
Examples
“She decided to go to counseling to help with her stress.”
“The university offers free counseling services to students who are struggling with their mental health during exam season.”
“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.”
Examples
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.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun, though specific sessions can be countable.
Real-World Examples
“Primary care providers and community health workers visited emergency shelters to provide counseling and ensure people had access to their medications.” “In Australia, the national family violence counselling service is on 1800 737 732.” Synonyms
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