counseling

/K AW1 N S AH0 L IH0 NG/
verb
  1. 1

    To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).

    โ€œPsychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals counsel clients.โ€

  2. 2

    To recommend (a course of action).

    โ€œI would counsel prudence in this matter.โ€

noun
  1. 1

    Assistance (especially from a professional) in the resolution of personal difficulties.

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