Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Functional medicine psychiatry without the wellness-catalog upsell
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC orders labs to change a decision. If a result cannot change the plan, we do not need the test.
Clinical scope of Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing in Broward County
TSH in psychiatric evaluation is common because hypothyroidism mimics mood/cognitive complaints.
GeneSight testing in Hollywood is optional and post-failure, not a rite of intake.
What we rule in — and rule out
Not indicated: proving you are 'not crazy.'
Neuropathy plus metformin plus mood.
Abnormal prior labs without interpretation.
Not indicated: weekly wellness draws.
Questions we hear about Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Genetic privacy?
We treat it as sensitive data.
Iron?
Ferritin when the story fits.
Insurance?
Varies by test. We discuss non-covered costs.
Who interprets?
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC.
Vitamin D religion?
We treat deficiency, not a fandom.
Telehealth results?
If you are in Florida.
How far are you from NSU?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 10 minutes from Nova Southeastern University's main campus, making us a convenient option for students seeking psychiatric care.
Do you treat college students from Davie?
Absolutely. We work with many college-age patients on ADHD management, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders common in academic settings.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Davie presentations. Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Send to a draw site near 33314 when possible.
Refuse to interpret another clinic's mystery panel if it is uninterpretable — we may redraw targeted tests.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Cost consent.
Fasting when lipids/glucose needed.
Privacy of genetic data.
Do not start TRT off a single afternoon T.
Visit flow for Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Repeat out-of-range values.
Do not stack 12 supplements the same week as a new antidepressant without a reason.
Integrate into the DSM-5-TR formulation.
Give timing/fasting instructions.
Book Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing. Mention Davie so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Related care
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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.