Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Adult psychiatric evaluation for Dania Beach patients
If you already carry three diagnoses from three clinics, the evaluation starts by reconciling the timeline — not by adding a fourth label.
Psychiatric Evaluations for Dania Beach patients
Functional psychiatric evaluation adds labs and metabolic context to the psychiatric interview. Labs do not license skipping DSM-5-TR criteria.
Anxiety evaluation separates GAD, panic, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and medical mimics such as hyperthyroidism or stimulant toxicity.
Monitoring and safety in Psychiatric Evaluations
Benzodiazepines, when used, have an indication, a taper plan, and a discussion of dependence.
Informed consent is documented for off-label use when evidence supports it and alternatives were discussed.
Missed appointments after a high-risk visit trigger outreach, not silent discharge.
Telehealth identity and location in Florida are verified.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33004
Dania Beach (Broward County) has about 32,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 10 minutes from Dania Beach Pier and the antique district.
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South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Dania Beach presentations. Psychiatric Evaluations intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
You cannot explain your symptoms in a 7-minute slot, so the note becomes a copy-forward of last year's guess.
DSM-5-TR framing for functional psych evaluation
Out-of-state patients cannot complete a Florida telehealth evaluation while physically outside Florida.
A request for a second opinion before a major medication change or a disability form.
Not indicated solely to obtain a letter that the interview does not support.
Not indicated as a substitute for emergency care, inpatient psychiatry, or court-ordered forensic evaluation.
How Psychiatric Evaluations is structured
After the visit you should be able to repeat the working diagnosis and the next three steps.
Safety: if risk is high, we stop the routine template and use crisis pathways.
Formulation is shared in plain language: what is likely, what is possible, what we are watching.
Plan includes psychotherapy referral, medication or not, labs, and a follow-up date.
Clinical FAQ
Do you replace my therapist?
No. Psychiatric evaluation and psychotherapy are complementary.
How do I prepare?
Medication list, prior psych notes, recent labs, and a timeline of symptoms. Sleep and menstrual data help.
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 treat ADHD in adults?
Yes, with a differential that includes sleep, trauma, mood, and thyroid mimics. Childhood history still matters.
Where is the office?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 10 minutes from Dania Beach.
Do hormones cause psychiatric symptoms?
They can contribute. They rarely explain an entire syndrome by themselves. We test when the history points there.
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.
Book Psychiatric Evaluations
Start with one thorough Psychiatric Evaluations evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
Request a Psychiatric Evaluations visit by calling (888) 307-2199 or using the booking form. Bring current medications, prior labs, and a list of what has already been tried.
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.