WHy wouldnt your new Doctor allow you to stay on benzo's if they are working for you? I have been on Klonopin for 15 years, never had to increase the doseage, never had a problem having it prescribed. I tried about 6-8 others meds before I went to a specialist in Anxiety/Phobias/Agoraphobia and he put me on the Klonopin while weaning me off the other stuff that was not working. I dont think I am addicted to benzo's - I have to put them in a daily pill box in order to know if I take them, some days I don't remember to take any at all and feel no ill effects. I guess my question here is "Why fix it if it ain't broke?" If you are having to change Doctors for some reason, make sure he/she knows that he/she WORKS for you - you are paying....and if they wont keep you on a med that is working, you will gladly give your money to someone who will WORK for you. Just my humble opinion, but I have seen such a change in the thinking that benzos are bad long term. Be sure to tell this new Doctor what your plan is if he/she doesnt want to give u benzo's...alcohol ! That might encourage them to use the benzo's !! Although the alcohol makes people FEEL less ( less pain, less inhibitions, less anxiety etc) , as it starts to wear off, it actually increases these sensitivities - thus the need for another drink......a horrible cycle.........and to me, worse than proper use of a benzo ! Good luck !!!!