Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Sleep, cortisol clues, and the scale
Thyroid, sleep apnea, and insulin resistance are medical, not 'mindset.'
Clinical scope of Wellness & Weight Management in Broward County
Nutrition psych weight is the overlap of intake patterns and DSM-5-TR diagnoses.
Self-esteem weight care without medical screening is incomplete.
What we rule in — and rule out
Patients who want monitoring, not a challenge.
Postpartum weight plus depression.
Weight change tied to psychotropics.
Depression/anxiety driving intake or inactivity.
Dania Beach FAQs for Wellness & Weight Management
Affordable coaching URL?
Retained slug. This is not cheap coaching.
Exercise?
Dosed. Not a punishment.
Is binge-eating an eating disorder?
Binge-eating disorder is a DSM-5-TR diagnosis. We screen for it.
How far is the office?
10 minutes from Dania Beach.
Can I refuse weight as a goal?
Yes. We can treat binge-eating and mood without a scale goal.
Walk-in?
No.
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.
How Dania Beach patients actually get here
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Dania Beach patients who drive 10 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Wellness & Weight Management visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
Stop dangerous 'wellness' products.
Safety if BMI or vitals are unsafe.
From intake to follow-up: Wellness & Weight Management
Map weight trajectory onto medication starts.
Stop dangerous 'wellness' products.
Document GLP-1 risks if used.
Set behavior metrics, not only pounds.
Monitoring and safety in Wellness & Weight Management
No untested supplement stacks.
Alcohol quantification.
Avoid dual major med changes plus a crash diet.
Informed consent for off-label metabolic uses.
Book Wellness & Weight Management
If Wellness & Weight Management 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.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Wellness & Weight Management. Mention Dania Beach 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.