Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Hybrid care: Hollywood office plus encrypted follow-up
First-episode psychosis, unstable vital-sign concerns, and some controlled-substance starts may still need 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Clinical scope of Telehealth Psychiatry in Broward County
Functional telepsych = interview + local lab draw + video results visit.
Booking telepsych is booking a medical visit with a location rule.
DSM-5-TR framing for secure video psychiatry
Patients in Deerfield Beach for whom 36 minutes plus parking is the barrier.
Not indicated as covert care in an unsafe household if privacy cannot be obtained — we will problem-solve or use office.
Diagnostic evaluation when a physical exam is not required that day.
Established patients with stable housing and privacy are the best telehealth fit.
From intake to follow-up: Telehealth Psychiatry
Convert to Hollywood office when a physical exam is needed.
Do not start high-risk controlled substances on a first video visit without a supporting protocol.
Confirm a private setting. Reschedule if unsafe or public.
If video fails, call the number on file.
Clinical FAQ
What if my kids are home in Deerfield Beach?
We need a private room. Headphones help; a closed door is better. We will reschedule rather than take a corrupted history.
Can I do the first visit by video?
Often yes if privacy and risk allow. We may require Hollywood for complex or high-risk cases.
Does insurance cover telehealth?
Often; verify. Coverage is not guaranteed by this page.
How close is the office if I need to convert?
About 36 minutes from Deerfield Beach to 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Do you prescribe Adderall by video?
Only if the evaluation and PDMP support it, and policy allows. Not as a first-click product.
What about emergencies?
988 or ER. Video visits are not emergency departments.
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.
Monitoring and safety in Telehealth Psychiatry
No prescribing if location cannot be established.
Do not use SMS for clinical decision-making.
Same documentation time standards.
Emergency address confirmed (where EMS would go).
How Deerfield Beach patients actually get here
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.
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.
Send prescriptions only to a legitimate pharmacy.
Order labs to a draw site near 33064 when indicated.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Request a Telehealth Psychiatry 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.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Telehealth Psychiatry, 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.