Hi @saharagirl,
I have this posted elsewhere but will post this again.
I am not sure where you are based, but do check out this website for anxiety issues:
https://www.arcvic.org.au/our-services
They have a variety of services including call helpline, support group (currently via zoom), companion program or various resources/apps that assist with anxiety issues. Most of their programs are free.
I have been to the support group a few times and I can assure you that the people there are sweet, gentle but most of all, they CARE.
You may want to have this on the side on top of the psychologist your GP referred you to. There will be a waiting time to see a psychologist anyway and ARCVIC offers several programs running each week which you may jump in anytime.
Wish you get better soon!