Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
psychiatric adjunct massage alongside a real mental-health plan
You can decline body work and still receive psychiatric care.
What Massage Therapy actually includes
Massage therapy on this site is an adjunct to a medical home, not a standalone psychiatric treatment.
Integrative means coordinated, not unregulated.
36-minute path to the Hollywood office
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Deerfield Beach include The Cove, Crystal Lake, and the A1A beach strip. ZIP codes 33064, 33441, 33442, 33443 map to this service-area page.
Deerfield Beach (Broward County) has about 86,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 36 minutes from Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier and downtown Deerfield.
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.
You needed a psychiatrist and got a coupon.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Consent and stop-word.
Document response.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Indications and differentials
Not a substitute for PT when a tear or radiculopathy is likely.
Neck pain without red flags.
Patients who decline medications and still want somatic relief while pursuing therapy.
Not as detox.
Clinical FAQ
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
Where?
Hollywood office area; 36 min from Deerfield Beach.
Do I have to get massage to see Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC?
No.
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
Cortisol claims?
We do not sell cortisol miracles.
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.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Chaperone option.
Contraindication screen.
Hygiene and linens.
No weight comments.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
If Massage Therapy 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.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Massage Therapy, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
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.