Dustin:
You're grasping at straws here, son. I fear you think you will get the "reaction" you've been wanting since last summer????............and I just don't want you to be hurt if she doesn't do it!!! I think you're looking for ways to get her
to HUG you. You would like nothing more than for her to throw her arms around you and coddle you. That's NOT going to happen, Dustin. I don't mean to be so cynical about this, but YOU are putting yourself in harms way. As a
rule therapists don't usually expect a gift , nor do they GIVE
one to their clients. They don't want someone else's feelings to be hurt should they find out. It's very thoughtful that you'd like to show her your appreciation and all, but leave it at that. A nice Christmas card will do. I've been there Dustin............and got an negative responce one time.
I know all therapists aren't alike, but that fine gray line they draw between us will always be there. They "care" about you, but they DON'T love you!!!! Be realistic about this now and save yourself alot of grief later.

How are you doing in school? Made plans for your make-up exam yet? You need to be concentrating on that, too. I think she would be more grateful and pleased if you brought her an A, or a B on that. That's the best gift you could give her. It would certainly show her that you are progressing and trying hard to succeed.

Take care and good luck with whatever you decide.
drmr