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
Its programming includes housing solutions, on-the-job training, individual counseling, and help navigating appointments with medical and state entities.
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Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 July 2024
Lives lost in Florence:A smiling skateboarder, a joyful friend, an 'old soul,' a good neighbor
Mayor Julie Metzger Aubuchon announced the counseling services during a prayer vigil Tuesday evening at Crossroads Church in Florence.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 10 July 2024
Texas Pregnancy Care Network manages dozens of subcontractors that provide counseling and parenting classes and that distribute material aid such as diapers and formula.
—Cassandra Jaramillo, ProPublica, 9 July 2024
To effectively address these issues, proactive measures such as early intervention programs targeting at-risk youth with counseling, mentorship, and support services are crucial.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
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Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 July 2024
Lives lost in Florence:A smiling skateboarder, a joyful friend, an 'old soul,' a good neighbor
Mayor Julie Metzger Aubuchon announced the counseling services during a prayer vigil Tuesday evening at Crossroads Church in Florence.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 10 July 2024
Texas Pregnancy Care Network manages dozens of subcontractors that provide counseling and parenting classes and that distribute material aid such as diapers and formula.
—Cassandra Jaramillo, ProPublica, 9 July 2024
To effectively address these issues, proactive measures such as early intervention programs targeting at-risk youth with counseling, mentorship, and support services are crucial.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for counseling
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“Counseling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/counseling. Accessed 18 Jul. 2024.
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