Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Remote medication management when you are in Florida
Aventura is about 20 minutes from the office. Use video when traffic is the obstacle and the case is appropriate.
Telehealth Psychiatry for Aventura patients
Functional telepsych = interview + local lab draw + video results visit.
Booking telepsych is booking a medical visit with a location rule.
What we rule in — and rule out
Perinatal patients may use video for counseling and some follow-up; obstetric emergencies are not telehealth.
Not a replacement for sleep studies or imaging.
Not indicated as covert care in an unsafe household if privacy cannot be obtained — we will problem-solve or use office.
Not a replacement for psychotherapy groups or IOP.
From intake to follow-up: Telehealth Psychiatry
Confirm Florida GPS/self-attested location and identity.
Record the platform used and time in / time out.
Convert to Hollywood office when a physical exam is needed.
Same history and MSE as office, adapted to camera.
Monitoring and safety in Telehealth Psychiatry
Do not use SMS for clinical decision-making.
Tech test before first visit when possible.
Same documentation time standards.
No prescribing if location cannot be established.
Access from Aventura
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Aventura presentations. Telehealth Psychiatry intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
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.
Aventura sits in Miami-Dade County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Telehealth Psychiatry when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Video visits that last eight minutes and still bill as an evaluation.
Questions we hear about Telehealth Psychiatry
What about emergencies?
988 or ER. Video visits are not emergency departments.
Does insurance cover telehealth?
Often; verify. Coverage is not guaranteed by this page.
Will you see me in a parked car?
Only if it is private, stationary, and clinically appropriate. Driving is a no.
Do you record the visit?
We document a note. We do not post visits.
Can you order labs?
Yes, to draw sites near 33160.
What platform do you use?
A HIPAA-compliant video platform. You will get a link after booking.
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.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Telehealth Psychiatry, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Telehealth Psychiatry so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
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.