Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Massage therapy as a psychiatric adjunct in Davie
Massage may reduce somatic tension. It does not treat major depression, bipolar disorder, or psychosis as a standalone.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Neck tension from commuting is real and still not an MRI substitute when red flags exist.
Stress massage does not treat bipolar disorder.
Clinical FAQ
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
How often?
Individual. Packages are not a psychiatric protocol.
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
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.
Access from Davie
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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.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Davie presentations. Massage Therapy intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Headache red flags ignored.
How Davie patients actually get here
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Davie presentations. Massage Therapy intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
ZIP 33314 is the lead postal code listed for Davie. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Do not book through a party-spa package as if it were psychiatry.
What we rule in — and rule out
Patients who decline medications and still want somatic relief while pursuing therapy.
Not as detox.
Pregnancy: only with appropriate prenatal massage training and clearance.
Not indicated as primary treatment of MDD, bipolar, psychosis, or OCD.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
Do not massage over unexplained calf swelling.
Referral path to evaluation.
Chaperone option.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Massage Therapy. Mention Davie so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
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.