Quote Originally Posted by KageTokage View Post
Healers in the average MMO tend to have more offensive buttons, but seldom actually get the breathing room to use them which ends up making their ability to contribute damage much more nuanced and satisfying when it's done properly.
That's generally the best way to go about things. Options are always the way to go with players and you don't have to tailor every part of your combat so a specific role can only play one way. The reward for doing your job well as healer is using your DPS skills.