Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Body work that stays in scope
Adjunct means added to, not instead of, Massage Therapy when a DSM diagnosis exists.
Massage Therapy for Davie patients
Massage for anxiety may ease somatic tension; GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Integrative means coordinated, not unregulated.
Clinical FAQ
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Panic on the table?
We stop. If medical emergency, ER.
How often?
Individual. Packages are not a psychiatric protocol.
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
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.
Monitoring and safety in Massage Therapy
Bruising meds: lighter work.
Contraindication screen.
No weight comments.
Emergency stop for chest pain/neuro.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
Session in a private room.
Document response.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
DSM-5-TR framing for therapeutic massage hollywood
Muscle tension with anxiety or insomnia under a medical plan.
Neck pain without red flags.
Not indicated as primary treatment of MDD, bipolar, psychosis, or OCD.
Not a substitute for PT when a tear or radiculopathy is likely.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33314, 33317, 33324, 33325
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Davie include NSU district, Ivanhoe, Park City, and western Davie equestrian tracts. ZIP codes 33314, 33317, 33324, 33325 map to this service-area page.
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.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Davie patients who drive 12 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
You live 12 minutes away and were sold a 3x weekly package.
Next step
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Massage Therapy, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Request a Massage Therapy 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.