Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
DSM-5-TR psychiatric evaluation serving Davie
The output is a problem list, a differential, and a plan you can take to another clinician if you move.
Clinical scope of Psychiatric Evaluations in Broward County
Anxiety evaluation separates GAD, panic, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and medical mimics such as hyperthyroidism or stimulant toxicity.
Initial consults at this clinic are scheduled as 60–90 minutes because a 20-minute slot cannot hold a reliable differential.
12-minute path to the Hollywood office
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Davie presentations. Psychiatric Evaluations intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Psychiatric Evaluations visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
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.
You cycle through primary care, a therapist, and a telehealth app that cannot see each other's notes.
From intake to follow-up: Psychiatric Evaluations
Labs are ordered when they could change management, not to decorate the chart.
If telehealth was used, we record why an in-office visit was or was not required.
After the visit you should be able to repeat the working diagnosis and the next three steps.
Plan includes psychotherapy referral, medication or not, labs, and a follow-up date.
Monitoring and safety in Psychiatric Evaluations
Higher level of care is recommended when outpatient Psychiatric Evaluations cannot hold the risk.
Missed appointments after a high-risk visit trigger outreach, not silent discharge.
Informed consent is documented for off-label use when evidence supports it and alternatives were discussed.
Follow-up interval tightens when a new antidepressant, antipsychotic, or mood stabilizer is started.
DSM-5-TR framing for ADHD assessment adults
Antidepressant trials that failed, caused mixed features, or were never given an adequate dose/duration.
Not indicated as a substitute for emergency care, inpatient psychiatry, or court-ordered forensic evaluation.
Pediatric primary care is not the focus of this clinic; adolescents are considered case-by-case.
A request for a second opinion before a major medication change or a disability form.
Questions we hear about Psychiatric Evaluations
What if I am in crisis?
Call 988 or go to an emergency department. This clinic is not an after-hours crisis line.
How long is a psychiatric evaluation?
New evaluations are typically 60–90 minutes. Follow-up length depends on risk and how many variables changed.
Is this a psychiatrist (MD/DO)?
Care is provided by Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC — a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She diagnoses and prescribes within Florida APRN scope. She is not an MD psychiatrist.
Is the visit confidential?
HIPAA applies, with the usual safety exceptions (imminent harm, mandated reports).
Will you prescribe on visit one?
Only when the diagnosis, safety, and monitoring plan support it. Controlled substances have a higher bar.
What does 'affordable' in some URLs mean?
Leftover slugs. We do not market cheap care. We bill insurance when in-network and discuss costs before non-covered labs.
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.
Next step
Start with one thorough Psychiatric Evaluations evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
If Psychiatric Evaluations 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.
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.