Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Labs as instruments, not identity
You can refuse labs and still receive an evaluation.
Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing for Aventura patients
Thyroid mood testing is TSH with free T4 when indicated — not a T3 shopping list by default.
Vitamin D and depression: treat deficiency; do not call it the whole diagnosis.
Why Aventura presentations look the way they do
Insurance surprise bill.
Genetic testing used to deny you a needed medication that still had evidence.
TSH of 8 called anxiety.
Clinical FAQ
Do labs replace a psychiatric diagnosis?
No.
Can labs be wrong?
Yes. We repeat when needed.
Adrenal fatigue?
Not a diagnosis we sell.
Is GeneSight required?
No.
How soon results?
Depends on the lab. We schedule a results visit.
Can I draw near Aventura?
Usually yes.
Is your practice discreet for Aventura patients?
Absolutely. We maintain strict HIPAA compliance, and our telehealth option ensures complete privacy. Many Aventura patients prefer virtual appointments from their residence or office.
Do you address image-related anxiety and mood disorders?
Yes. We treat the full spectrum of anxiety and mood disorders, including those related to social pressure, perfectionism, and performance expectations common in high-achieving communities.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Aventura include The Waterways, Williams Island, and the Biscayne Boulevard corridor. ZIP codes 33160, 33180 map to this service-area page.
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
Repeat out-of-range values.
Share with PCP with consent.
Outcomes we target — without promising them
Referral when the lab points to hematology/endo.
No 'adrenal fatigue' product line.
B12/folate when diet, metformin, or neuropathy fit.
Local draw sites for Aventura.
Interpretation appointment.
DSM-5-TR framing for Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Metabolic monitoring on SGAs (that's also med management).
Abnormal prior labs without interpretation.
Before blaming 'just anxiety.'
Not indicated: proving you are 'not crazy.'
Access from Aventura
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Aventura patients who drive 20 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
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Neighborhoods we hear from most in Aventura include The Waterways, Williams Island, and the Biscayne Boulevard corridor. ZIP codes 33160, 33180 map to this service-area page.
Iron studies incomplete (no ferritin).
Book Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
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Clinician: Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Last medical review: 2026-09-21.
Florida telehealth psychiatry is available to established and new patients located in Florida at the time of the visit, subject to licensure and clinical appropriateness. An in-person evaluation at the Hollywood office may be recommended when a physical exam, vital signs, or a more complete diagnostic interview is needed.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It does not establish a provider-patient relationship. Always seek care from a qualified clinician for questions about a medical or psychiatric condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department.