Response to the Petition for Private Child Custody Recommending Counseling

Sacramento Superior Court

Verified current as of June 9, 2026

This form is used by a parent or guardian to respond to a request for private child custody and to suggest that counseling should be part of the solution. Someone would need this form if they've been served with a child custody petition and want to tell the court their position on custody while recommending that the family participate in counseling.