Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Controlled-substance monitoring in Coconut Creek
Missed monitoring labs pause titration. That is safety, not punishment.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Booking a med check is booking a medical visit, not a vending machine.
ADHD titration follows a confirmed differential. Heart rate, sleep, appetite, and diversion risk are part of the visit.
Monitoring and safety in Medication Management
Valproate: level, LFTs, CBC, pregnancy counseling.
QTc risk: ECG when combining high-risk agents.
Formulary alternatives offered without pretending they are identical.
Opioid + benzo overlap is treated as a safety event.
Questions we hear about Medication Management
Can a PMHNP-BC prescribe psychiatric medication in Florida?
Yes. Dr. Chatelier is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Prescribing is within Florida APRN scope, with monitoring.
What about pregnancy?
Tell us before a prescription is sent. Some agents need specialist coordination.
How often are visits?
Tighter after a start or change; wider when stable and labs are current.
Do you work with my therapist?
With consent, yes. Medication does not replace psychotherapy when both are indicated.
What is PDMP?
Florida's prescription drug monitoring program. We check it before controlled substances.
Can I refuse a medication?
Always. Informed consent includes the option of no medication.
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.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33063, 33066, 33073
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Coconut Creek presentations. Medication Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Coconut Creek (Broward County) has about 58,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 32 minutes from Promenade at Coconut Creek and the Butterfly World district.
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.
Trazodone plus an opioid plus a benzodiazepine was never reconciled.
DSM-5-TR framing for medication management psychiatry
medication management psychiatry still has to map to a problem on the list.
Taper request that requires a medical schedule.
Antidepressants only after bipolar-spectrum screening.
Not indicated to supply controlled substances without a supporting diagnosis and monitoring plan.
Visit flow for Medication Management
If side effects appear, do not wait for the next quarterly slot — tighten follow-up.
If prior authorization is required, start it the same day.
Share the plan with the therapist when consent exists.
Reconcile the current list, including OTC, cannabis, and hormones.
Next step
After Medication Management is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
Start with one thorough Medication Management evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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.