counselling

British

/ ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ /

noun

guidance offered by social workers, doctors, etc, to help a person resolve social or personal problems

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Chapman said the theory came to him after observing couples during counselling sessions he held in his parish.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

The agency will support member states "from early identification and voluntary return counselling to carrying out return operations and providing reintegration assistance", Brussels said.

From Barron's ● Oct. 27, 2026

They added that "all major abortion providers offer counselling and advice on the options available".

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

After counselling Ben saw an improvement, and is now an advocate for more support for men and boys.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

Meanwhile they were counselling in the chamber till late at night.

From The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. by Henryk Sienkiewicz

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