Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Labs as instruments, not identity
Abnormal TSH can mimic depression. That is why we check — not because every mood is endocrine.
Clinical scope of Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing in Broward County
Ferritin and fatigue belong in psychiatry when the history fits.
Iron deficiency brain fog is a medical problem we measure.
Monitoring and safety in Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Duplicate-test check.
Do not ignore lithium levels for a wellness panel.
TSH + free T4; add T3 only if it changes management.
Fasting when lipids/glucose needed.
Coconut Creek FAQs for Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Do you treat based on Instagram optimal ranges?
No. We use clinical context.
Thyroid?
TSH/free T4 when indicated.
What if labs are normal?
We still treat the psychiatric diagnosis if it is there.
Crisis?
988/ER, not a draw center.
How soon results?
Depends on the lab. We schedule a results visit.
Is GeneSight required?
No.
Do you evaluate menopause-related mood changes?
Yes. Many Coconut Creek patients come to us specifically for the intersection of hormonal changes and mood disorders. We offer comprehensive hormone panels alongside psychiatric evaluation.
How do I get to your office from Coconut Creek?
Our Hollywood office is about 25-30 minutes via 441 or the Turnpike. First evaluations are in-person; many follow-up med checks can be done via telehealth.
From intake to follow-up: Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Treat, refer, or watch — with a date.
Pick the smallest panel that could change the plan.
Crisis path unchanged.
Integrate into the DSM-5-TR formulation.
What we rule in — and rule out
Not indicated: weekly wellness draws.
functional medicine psychiatry still needs a hypothesis.
Not indicated: curiosity panels.
Heavy menses plus brain fog.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Coconut Creek patients who drive 32 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Coconut Creek sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Treat, refer, or watch — with a date.
Share with PCP with consent.
Book Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing. Mention Coconut Creek so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
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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.