Counselor
A counselor (or counsellor) is a general definition for a person who advises.
These are the most common definitions:
- Someone who gives advice
- In the field of social welfare, an adviser on personal problems
- In the field of education, an adviser on a special subject such as careers, education, or health
- In the field of law, a counselor, counsellor, counselor-at-law or counsellor-at-law is an attorney
- In the field of politics, a high ranking diplomat, usually just below a ambassador or minister
- In the field of leisure, a children's supervisor, usually at camp
Qualified counselors
License or certified counselors are trained with skills and techniques to help others solve behavioral and emotional difficulties. See Psychotherapy.
Such types of counselors include
- School counselor
- Rehabilitation counselor
- Career counselor
- Mental health counselor