Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Cortisol and massage: what the evidence actually says
We will not claim cortisol miracles.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Integrative means coordinated, not unregulated.
Relaxation is a possible outcome, not a guaranteed one.
What we rule in — and rule out
Not indicated as trauma EMDR.
Pregnancy: only with appropriate prenatal massage training and clearance.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Neck pain without red flags.
How Massage Therapy is structured
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Escalate if dissociation or panic on the table.
Session in a private room.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33314, 33317, 33324, 33325
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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.
Davie sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Massage Therapy when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Neck pain from Davie commuting plus SSRI bruxism, nobody coordinated.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Men welcome?
Yes.
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.
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.
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.
Privacy for undressing.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Next step
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.
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Massage Therapy can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
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.