Hi flowdad,

My counselor believes that it would be helpful for us to meet with him to discuss the terms of our separation. Would you be willing to meet me at a session on [date + time]? If not, would you be willing to go to that session by yourself? More clarity could help us with making positive choices in this transitional time.

flowmom



Maybe say "meet with him once" so it doesn't sound like you're trying to drag him back to MC. Last sentence sounds instructive and formal. Yet I know you're trying to respsect space. Can you get a short joke or something in there to lighten it up? One that endorses his view of counselors and the current situation?