How to Say "counseling" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “counseling” is “orientación” — use 'orientación' when referring to guidance, advice, or support given to students, career seekers, or individuals needing direction in life decisions.
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orientación
nounB1general
Use 'orientación' when referring to guidance, advice, or support given to students, career seekers, or individuals needing direction in life decisions.
Examples
Busqué orientación profesional para decidir mi futuro laboral.
I sought career guidance to decide my professional future.
psicología
nounB1informal
Use 'psicología' informally to refer to the practice or a session of psychotherapy or mental health counseling.
Examples
Después de una semana difícil, decidió ir a psicología.
After a difficult week, she decided to go to therapy.
Choosing between 'orientación' and 'psicología'
Learners often confuse 'orientación' and 'psicología'. Remember that 'orientación' is for general guidance and advice, while 'psicología' is used more informally for therapy sessions or the field of psychology itself.
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