Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Hypothesis-driven testing, not a shotgun cart
Abnormal TSH can mimic depression. That is why we check — not because every mood is endocrine.
Clinical scope of Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing in Broward County
Iron deficiency brain fog is a medical problem we measure.
Functional medicine psychiatry here refuses uninterpretable catalogs.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Morning T for men.
No 80-marker default.
Ferritin with context of inflammation.
Do not ignore lithium levels for a wellness panel.
What we rule in — and rule out
Neuropathy plus metformin plus mood.
Not indicated: weekly wellness draws.
Abnormal prior labs without interpretation.
Treatment-resistant depression with never-checked B12/ferritin/TSH.
How Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is structured
Pick the smallest panel that could change the plan.
Write the hypothesis.
Repeat out-of-range values.
Share with PCP with consent.
Access from Deerfield Beach
ZIP 33064 is the lead postal code listed for Deerfield Beach. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Deerfield Beach patients who drive 36 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Deerfield Beach sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
You cannot get the raw data.
Clinical FAQ
Office for interpretation?
36 min from Deerfield Beach if in-person.
Will you order a huge wellness panel?
Not as a default.
Hormones?
Timed, not pellet bait.
Do you treat based on Instagram optimal ranges?
No. We use clinical context.
Iron?
Ferritin when the story fits.
What if labs are normal?
We still treat the psychiatric diagnosis if it is there.
Can seasonal residents establish psychiatric care with you?
Yes. We offer initial evaluations for seasonal visitors and can continue care via telehealth when patients return to their home state, subject to licensing requirements.
Do you treat depression related to isolation?
Absolutely. Isolation-related depression is common in coastal communities, especially among retirees and seasonal residents. Our evaluations identify contributing factors including hormonal changes and social disconnection.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
If Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing 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.
Start with one thorough Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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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.