Mine did an extensive history on the first appointment--took 2 hours, I think. Once you've started on a med, she does 25-minute appointments, asking about how you're feeling, etc. My previous p-doc only did 15-minute appointments, which doesn't allow very much time, so I prefer the 25-minute option. P-docs are much better versed in psych meds and their benefits and side effects than GPs, so they're good at helping to find the med or combo of meds that works best. Good luck!

Oh, and if I'm trying a new med, she usually wants to see me back in a week or two to see how it's working. If I've been on something for a bit, then it's more like once every 3-6 weeks.