Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
affordable mental health assessment with a PMHNP-BC in Broward County
GeneSight is discussed when antidepressant trials have already failed — not as a souvenir test on visit one.
Clinical scope of Psychiatric Evaluations in Broward County
Initial consults at this clinic are scheduled as 60–90 minutes because a 20-minute slot cannot hold a reliable differential.
Functional psychiatric evaluation adds labs and metabolic context to the psychiatric interview. Labs do not license skipping DSM-5-TR criteria.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
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 Psychiatric Evaluations when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
If telehealth was used, we record why an in-office visit was or was not required.
History of present illness is a timeline, not a mood adjective. We date onsets, postpartum windows, and medication trials.
What we rule in — and rule out
Adult ADHD concern with childhood onset clues or with strong mimic risk (sleep, trauma, mood).
Not indicated as a substitute for emergency care, inpatient psychiatry, or court-ordered forensic evaluation.
Prior diagnoses that conflict with each other or with the current mental status exam.
Insomnia that is either a syndrome of its own or a driver of daytime psychiatric symptoms.
32-minute path to the Hollywood office
Coconut Creek sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Psychiatric Evaluations when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Coconut Creek presentations. Psychiatric Evaluations intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
ZIP 33063 is the lead postal code listed for Coconut Creek. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
PHQ-9 was never scored, or it was scored once and never repeated, so nobody can tell whether treatment is working.
Visit flow for Psychiatric Evaluations
Medical review flags thyroid, anemia, cardiac QT risk, pregnancy, and neurologic symptoms that redirect the workup.
Plan includes psychotherapy referral, medication or not, labs, and a follow-up date.
Mental status exam is documented: appearance, speech, affect, thought process, insight, cognition, and risk.
If telehealth was used, we record why an in-office visit was or was not required.
Clinical FAQ
Can the evaluation be done by video?
Often yes if you are physically in Florida and a physical exam is not required. High-risk, first-episode psychosis, or complex medical cases may need the Hollywood office.
Do you accept insurance?
Most major plans are accepted; verify benefits before the visit. Coverage is not a clinical promise.
What does 'affordable' in some URLs mean?
Leftover slugs. We do not market cheap care. We bill insurance when in-network and discuss costs before non-covered labs.
What if I am in crisis?
Call 988 or go to an emergency department. This clinic is not an after-hours crisis line.
How long is a psychiatric evaluation?
New evaluations are typically 60–90 minutes. Follow-up length depends on risk and how many variables changed.
Can you evaluate psychosis?
Yes, and we will escalate to a higher level of care if outpatient treatment is unsafe.
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.
Book Psychiatric Evaluations
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Psychiatric Evaluations can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
If Psychiatric Evaluations is the right next step, schedule a 60–90 minute intake with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Same-week telehealth follow-ups are used after the diagnostic visit when clinically appropriate.
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.