Besides general things like "getting better," "getting support," etc., what do you really want or need in therapy? Do you have a set of goals or wishes? Do they change from session to session? Has it changed with different therapists? How much do they set these things with you or is it more independent?

For me, though there are many things going on, I would have to say that my ideal aim is subjective truth, which doesn't happen every session, but when it does happen, even it is difficult or painful, I feel deeply satisfied. Related to this is being understood, which I already feel as a given now that we've worked together so closely.

The emotional bond is always important too but is less of a goal than just something that is the "glue" for the relationship.