Our previous T did hugs. Usually at the end of every session (with permission) and, like Stumpy's T, she'd next to us on the sofa on really bad days. She was a gestalt therapist, and part of her philosophy was that touch was healing. We never wanted to do other body work with her, but I think we did try once (with dismal results).

I don't know if my current T hugs clients or not. We've only seen her a few times, and do not feel any want or need for a hug from her. That might change, I suppose, but I can't imagine it at this stage.