After many, many years of wishing she would hug me I finally just asked. I was so afraid she would say no but she said "of course don't be afraid to ever ask for what you need". Sometimes they are quick hugs and sometimes longer depending on what I need. She has also let me take a photo of her to have when I am away from her office. She has also written letters for me to hold onto when she is away on vacation which has helped alot. She writes out positive messages to read and to focus on. She is really very open to what will help me out, it's just so hard for me to ask her. I always feel I have to take care of myself alone. She is teaching me that it is ok to ask.