Therapists or NOT

Over the course of my illness, I have seen probably a dozen different therapists.  Some have been mediocre, some pretty good, some lousy, but I've found only 2 that have been worth their salt.

For the most part, I convinced myself that I didn't NEED a therapist at all, that it was a waste of time.  Presently, I have a therapist that is like an old friend.  Haven't seen her for three years until last week.  Now my plan is to have an appointment 3 or 4 times a year just to check in and keep myself in balance. 

My question is:  Do bipolars really need therapists?  Some of us probably do, we are all differrent.  But many of us probably do not.  Let me know what your thoughts are on this.

Judy