Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Mental health assessment that records differentials
Perinatal, bipolar-spectrum, and psychotic features get extra time because missing them is dangerous.
Clinical scope of Psychiatric Evaluations in Broward County
Mental health assessment in this practice means structured interviewing plus scales. Screening is not the same as a full diagnostic formulation.
Initial consults at this clinic are scheduled as 60–90 minutes because a 20-minute slot cannot hold a reliable differential.
From intake to follow-up: Psychiatric Evaluations
Follow-up is scheduled before you leave so the evaluation is not a one-off performance.
Formulation is shared in plain language: what is likely, what is possible, what we are watching.
Scales are chosen to match the hypothesis — we do not print every questionnaire in the building.
If telehealth was used, we record why an in-office visit was or was not required.
How Coconut Creek patients actually get here
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.
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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.
Indications and differentials
Pediatric primary care is not the focus of this clinic; adolescents are considered case-by-case.
Adult ADHD concern with childhood onset clues or with strong mimic risk (sleep, trauma, mood).
New or unexplained mood, anxiety, attentional, or psychotic symptoms lasting beyond a brief adjustment reaction.
Prior diagnoses that conflict with each other or with the current mental status exam.
Clinical FAQ
Is the visit confidential?
HIPAA applies, with the usual safety exceptions (imminent harm, mandated reports).
Do you accept insurance?
Most major plans are accepted; verify benefits before the visit. Coverage is not a clinical promise.
Is GeneSight required?
No. It is considered after failed medication trials or significant side effects.
Do hormones cause psychiatric symptoms?
They can contribute. They rarely explain an entire syndrome by themselves. We test when the history points there.
How do I prepare?
Medication list, prior psych notes, recent labs, and a timeline of symptoms. Sleep and menstrual data help.
Can I use this evaluation for a legal letter?
Only if the interview actually supports the opinion. We do not write unsupported letters.
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.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Missed appointments after a high-risk visit trigger outreach, not silent discharge.
Informed consent is documented for off-label use when evidence supports it and alternatives were discussed.
Notes are written the same day whenever possible so the record matches the visit.
Patients can request a copy of the formulation; mystery diagnoses are not a clinical style.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
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.
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.
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.