I have not played a controller, but I am a gamer and have been for some time. I think the issue that is being missed here is one of balance. You are complaining about losing something you never should have had in the first place. What is the point of having different power sets within an archetype if they are not distinct? You mention that other controllers don't need to hit in order to heal. And? If that is the type of controller you want, play that type. Perhaps they aren't all supposed to heal. Perhaps you should RTFM and decide the type of character you want to play. Further, realize that this is a game. Enjoy the challenge. If you want everything to be touchy-feely and full of transactional analysis, join a 12 step program.
