Synonyms

counselling

British

/ ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ /

noun

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

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She believed that they, without formal counselling, provided each other with the emotional support to get through the disaster, maintaining a close bond for life.

From BBC

Edward is also now receiving counselling to work through his experiences in the church.

From BBC

Unlike the online matchmaking platforms, Yarmaishinkafi conducts "thorough background checks" on her clients, provides marriage counselling and settles marital disputes all for a one-off $4 fee.

From Barron's

The department store also said it will continue offering counselling support after the deadline, including from its so-called Independent Survivor Advocate.

From BBC

It arranged counselling for Daejaun and asked Greenwich Council to provide help for the family.

From BBC

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