I came across this in a lecture, though it wasn't specifically about therapists. I guess in a way, it's a no brainer....of course you "need" your therapist. Why else would you go to therapy if you didn't need something from them?

But how about when that "need" is more relational, such as when you begin to need them as a child would need the guidance of a parent. Is that "allowed?" Generally speaking, do therapists welcome that sort of need, or do they shy away from it?

Just curious.