Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Initial psychiatric consult for Aventura and Miami-Dade County
Perinatal, bipolar-spectrum, and psychotic features get extra time because missing them is dangerous.
Psychiatric Evaluations for Aventura patients
Initial consults at this clinic are scheduled as 60–90 minutes because a 20-minute slot cannot hold a reliable differential.
Telehealth evaluation is appropriate when the patient is in Florida, the presentation is not an emergency, and a physical exam is not required that day.
What we rule in — and rule out
Not indicated solely to obtain a letter that the interview does not support.
Eating-pattern change with medical risk (restriction, purging, electrolyte clues).
Perimenopausal, postpartum, PMDD, or androgen-related mood change that has not been medically reviewed.
Not indicated as a substitute for emergency care, inpatient psychiatry, or court-ordered forensic evaluation.
Parking, hours, and video visits
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Aventura presentations. Psychiatric Evaluations intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
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.
Follow-up is scheduled before you leave so the evaluation is not a one-off performance.
Scales are chosen to match the hypothesis — we do not print every questionnaire in the building.
What changes if Psychiatric Evaluations is done thoroughly
Informed consent that lists alternatives, including no medication.
Adult ADHD assessment that also screens sleep, trauma, and thyroid mimics.
Validated scales at baseline so later visits have a number to compare, not just a vibe.
GeneSight results translated into 'this may raise probability,' not 'this drug is guaranteed.'
A single medical home in Hollywood instead of a new app every relapse.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33160, 33180
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.
Aventura (Miami-Dade County) has about 40,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 20 minutes from Aventura Mall and the Intracoastal waterfront.
ZIP 33160 is the lead postal code listed for Aventura. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
You were told you 'don't look depressed,' which is not a diagnostic criterion.
Clinical FAQ
Is the visit confidential?
HIPAA applies, with the usual safety exceptions (imminent harm, mandated reports).
Where is the office?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 20 minutes from Aventura.
What if I am in crisis?
Call 988 or go to an emergency department. This clinic is not an after-hours crisis line.
Can I use this evaluation for a legal letter?
Only if the interview actually supports the opinion. We do not write unsupported letters.
How long is a psychiatric evaluation?
New evaluations are typically 60–90 minutes. Follow-up length depends on risk and how many variables changed.
How do I prepare?
Medication list, prior psych notes, recent labs, and a timeline of symptoms. Sleep and menstrual data help.
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.
Stressors we document in Aventura
You cycle through primary care, a therapist, and a telehealth app that cannot see each other's notes.
Psychosis, OCD, or eating-disorder questions were skipped because the template did not include them.
PHQ-9 was never scored, or it was scored once and never repeated, so nobody can tell whether treatment is working.
Book Psychiatric Evaluations
Start with one thorough Psychiatric Evaluations evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
Request a Psychiatric Evaluations visit by calling (888) 307-2199 or using the booking form. Bring current medications, prior labs, and a list of what has already been tried.
Related care
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.