I am getting extremely anxious and nervous about my first appointment with my psychiatrist.

I have been on many anti - depressants and anxiety medications but none have helped me. I asked my doctor for something stronger like xanax to help with my severe anxiety. She said that she will not give me anything that strong and I have to see a psychiatrist to get anything more.

I really need medication to help with my anxiety, will I be prescribed anything strong on my first visit (I know I have to build up the dosage)?

I am worried I will go there and not get any medication on my first visit. I don't have a lot of money to make frequent appointments and I really need medication.