No appologies needed - just hang in there. Tuesday is around the corner and you will have the opportunity to speak with a counselor.

I am sorry you have to see this person at work. Any chance you can change your schedule.

Perhaps one of the goals that the counselor can help with is how to handle your responses to this person while at work.

I don't think you have to smile and be nice to this person. I think you have every right to tell this person you do not wish to speak with him and to leave you alone. You just have to find the words to say that and I think that a counselor will help you.

Best of luck,
peanuts