I know I am in the minority on this but I see my therapist on a "as needed" basis and that comes to around 8-10 times in a year. I mostly go because one of my children is extremely difficult to parent (likely has undiagnosed issues). When I just can't handle it by myself anymore, start to lose all self-esteem, think I'm a horrible parent, anxiety starts to surge, etc then I know I need a session or two.