>>I keep picturing this little white coat,

Do you mean that literally or as a metaphor? If the sight of that coat triggers you maybe you could ask that he take it off before he talks to you? I don't think that would be an unreasonable request, especially for someone treating you for depression and anxiety.

I also like the idea of a phone consult... may remove a lot of the barriers for you, and over the phone maybe he can find a way to do at least something to help until your regular gets back...

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