The 15 minute med check appointment once you get established with a pdoc is pretty much the norm anymore. It's never really bothered me because I don't use my pdoc for therapy so I really don't need a lot of time with him. That said, when I really do need more time because I am unwell, he definitely gives me that time and is awesome in managing my meds, wants my input and collaboration on all decisions, and has spent countless hours working with me over the years, particularly when I am at my worst and in the hospital. I wouldn't trade him for the world.

My husband has a pdoc who does a bit more along the lines of therapy. His appointments are a bit longer -- more like 30 minutes. Still not full-fledged therapy, and that isn't what my husband wants from his pdoc either, but kind of halfway in between.

Have you considered looking around for a pdoc that does longer appointments or perhaps even therapy? They do exist; just harder to find.