Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Integrative massage inside a medical home
Panic can include chest and neck tension. Cardiac and psychiatric workups are not optional because a massage is booked.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Massage therapy on this site is an adjunct to a medical home, not a standalone psychiatric treatment.
Neck tension from commuting is real and still not an MRI substitute when red flags exist.
DSM-5-TR framing for integrative massage psychiatry
Not indicated as primary treatment of MDD, bipolar, psychosis, or OCD.
Patients who decline medications and still want somatic relief while pursuing therapy.
Optional, never required for psych care.
Muscle tension with anxiety or insomnia under a medical plan.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Massage Therapy visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
ZIP 33004 is the lead postal code listed for Dania Beach. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
Hygiene and linens.
Documentation.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
Escalate if dissociation or panic on the table.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Dania Beach FAQs for Massage Therapy
How often?
Individual. Packages are not a psychiatric protocol.
Crisis?
988 or ER, not the table.
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Do I have to get massage to see Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC?
No.
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
How close is your office to Dania Beach?
Extremely close — our Hollywood office is approximately 5-10 minutes from Dania Beach. We're one of the nearest psychiatric practices for Dania Beach residents.
Is the practice large or small?
We're a focused private practice where you work directly with Dr. Chatelier, DNP — not a large clinic. This ensures continuity of care and a strong therapeutic relationship.
Next step
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Massage Therapy so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
Start with one thorough Massage Therapy 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.