Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Comprehensive psychiatric assessment — Cooper City, FL
We document sleep architecture, menstrual or androgen history, thyroid clues, and substance use because they change the differential.
Clinical scope of Psychiatric Evaluations in Broward County
Screening appointments can triage; they do not replace a full evaluation when bipolar, psychosis, or perinatal risk is on the table.
Lab testing in psychiatry is hypothesis-driven: TSH, ferritin, B12, folate, vitamin D, CBC, CMP, and selected hormones. We do not shotgun every biomarker on earth.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33328, 33330
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Psychiatric Evaluations visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
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South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Cooper City presentations. Psychiatric Evaluations intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
ADHD was diagnosed from a TikTok checklist; executive function, trauma, and sleep apnea were never separated.
What we rule in — and rule out
Perimenopausal, postpartum, PMDD, or androgen-related mood change that has not been medically reviewed.
Antidepressant trials that failed, caused mixed features, or were never given an adequate dose/duration.
Family history of bipolar disorder or psychosis that changes how aggressively we screen.
Not indicated as a substitute for emergency care, inpatient psychiatry, or court-ordered forensic evaluation.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Follow-up interval tightens when a new antidepressant, antipsychotic, or mood stabilizer is started.
PDMP review before controlled substances. No stimulant start from a chat message.
Missed appointments after a high-risk visit trigger outreach, not silent discharge.
Collateral from a partner or parent is requested when insight is limited — with consent.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Cooper City include Monterra, Cooper City proper, and the western suburban grid. ZIP codes 33328, 33330 map to this service-area page.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Cooper City presentations. Psychiatric Evaluations intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
After the visit you should be able to repeat the working diagnosis and the next three steps.
Records from other clinicians are requested with your authorization; we do not pretend collateral is optional when the history is fragmented.
Clinical FAQ
Is GeneSight required?
No. It is considered after failed medication trials or significant side effects.
What if I am in crisis?
Call 988 or go to an emergency department. This clinic is not an after-hours crisis line.
How do I prepare?
Medication list, prior psych notes, recent labs, and a timeline of symptoms. Sleep and menstrual data help.
Do you replace my therapist?
No. Psychiatric evaluation and psychotherapy are complementary.
What labs might you order?
Hypothesis-driven: TSH with free T4, ferritin, vitamin D, B12, folate, CBC, CMP, and selected hormones. Not every patient needs every test.
Do you diagnose on the first visit?
Usually we can state a working diagnosis and differential after the first complete interview. Some presentations need collateral, labs, or a second visit.
Is Cooper City close to your office?
Very close — our Hollywood office at 7603 Davie Road Extension is about 10 minutes from Cooper City via Stirling Road or Griffin Road.
Do you work with families?
Yes. We provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults, and can coordinate care with family therapists for a comprehensive approach.
Next step
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Psychiatric Evaluations, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Psychiatric Evaluations. Mention Cooper City so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
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.