I have never had the experiences with a T that others describe here - hugs, a very personal relationship, the offer of therapy indefinitely. I have seen more than ten Ts for at least two sessions and none have been like this. I am in the US. I have never had a T for longer than a year.

I actually think that for me it is better this way. It's not always comfortable to get so close to someone while it remains a professional relationship with a time limit but I actually fare worse with Ts that are too warm and cuddly. It keeps me from getting dependent, it reminds me to seek IRL relationships with closeness. Others may need that warmth to do the work. I avoid the work when I get too close...