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I already gave the therapist a lot of background info on N and his behavior with the kids. She seems to be aware that he's a *problem* since I had to have therapy court ordered and especially since he intentionally sabotaged the therapeutic relationship between my daughter and her last therapist.
I'm sure N will try to charm his way around this woman but he usually can only hold that persona for short periods of time. Once she starts in on him with recommendations and suggestions he will resist. He does not like to be told what to do especially when it comes from a female.
My daughter is telling me that she really is looking forward to meeting with the therapist this week and wants "to talk to her about Daddy". She asked me, "What can I talk about Mom?" I told her anything she wants. I said , "You can talk about your feelings or anything else you want to." She responded, "Can I talk about my friends?" I said, "Sure, honey." Now my daughter seems very upbeat.
The kids are at their Dad's house this weekend and will be back today at 5. Apparently, he was planning on taking them to a musical with his Mom so that will force him to be his fake self which will make it easier on the kids. It's unusual that his Mom is spending any time around the kids but I won't complain b/c I think it is helpful to my children.
Thanks for your concern.
Mia
