Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Mental health assessment that records differentials
Hollywood office hours are weekdays 9:00–17:00; Saturday is by appointment.
Psychiatric Evaluations for Coral Springs patients
Insurance-covered evaluations still require a medically necessary indication. 'Affordable' in a leftover URL slug is not a discount promise.
Telehealth evaluation is appropriate when the patient is in Florida, the presentation is not an emergency, and a physical exam is not required that day.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Notes are written the same day whenever possible so the record matches the visit.
If GeneSight is used, results are filed with the limitation statement in the note.
PDMP review before controlled substances. No stimulant start from a chat message.
Telehealth identity and location in Florida are verified.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
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Neighborhoods we hear from most in Coral Springs include The Walk, North Springs, and the University Drive north corridor. ZIP codes 33065, 33067, 33071, 33073 map to this service-area page.
History of present illness is a timeline, not a mood adjective. We date onsets, postpartum windows, and medication trials.
Labs are ordered when they could change management, not to decorate the chart.
Indications and differentials
Prior diagnoses that conflict with each other or with the current mental status exam.
lab testing psych is treated as a presenting complaint that still has to survive a differential, not as a self-diagnosis we rubber-stamp.
Not indicated as a substitute for emergency care, inpatient psychiatry, or court-ordered forensic evaluation.
Not indicated solely to obtain a letter that the interview does not support.
Clinical FAQ
Do hormones cause psychiatric symptoms?
They can contribute. They rarely explain an entire syndrome by themselves. We test when the history points there.
Do you see children?
The practice is primarily adults and older adolescents, considered case-by-case.
How do I prepare?
Medication list, prior psych notes, recent labs, and a timeline of symptoms. Sleep and menstrual data help.
Where is the office?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 32 minutes from Coral Springs.
Is the visit confidential?
HIPAA applies, with the usual safety exceptions (imminent harm, mandated reports).
Will you prescribe on visit one?
Only when the diagnosis, safety, and monitoring plan support it. Controlled substances have a higher bar.
Do you work with patients dealing with trauma-related anxiety?
Yes. Our psychiatric evaluations thoroughly assess anxiety and trauma-related conditions, and we create comprehensive treatment plans that may include medication, therapy referrals, and functional testing.
Is telehealth available for Coral Springs patients?
Absolutely. Many Coral Springs patients use our secure telehealth platform, especially for follow-up medication management appointments. It saves the drive while maintaining quality of care.
Visit flow for Psychiatric Evaluations
After the visit you should be able to repeat the working diagnosis and the next three steps.
Labs are ordered when they could change management, not to decorate the chart.
If telehealth was used, we record why an in-office visit was or was not required.
Plan includes psychotherapy referral, medication or not, labs, and a follow-up date.
Book Psychiatric Evaluations
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.