I like to think that the "boss" is the T. himself/herself. The authority is mostly them-- with some input if/when needed.
Each person has their own truth and that is all that REALLY matters-- that you believe in your own truth.
a T. doesn't necessarily have to decide in your truth-- it's the support of one that is paramount-- isn't it?

YOU are the final authority....
I know that is scarey... but that seems to be how this psych stuff goes......
*shrugs*...
seems that way to me......

I hope you don't take this wrong pachy-- but it seems you are ever looking for that final authority... the one that "knows all" and understands all....

................ I don't think there is such a person........ (tiny voice, as I'm worried to say such a thing)

it's within ourselves to find our own truths and inner peace, with a few people to walk beside us in our journey.

I always appreciate your posts and thoughts

respectfully
fins