Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Integrative massage inside a medical home
Massage may reduce somatic tension. It does not treat major depression, bipolar disorder, or psychosis as a standalone.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Psychiatric adjunct massage is named honestly.
Massage therapy on this site is an adjunct to a medical home, not a standalone psychiatric treatment.
Protocol elements we do not skip
No psychiatric diagnosis by the massage therapist.
Documentation.
Hygiene and linens.
Emergency stop for chest pain/neuro.
Parking, hours, and video visits
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South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Fort Lauderdale presentations. Massage Therapy intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Privacy for undressing.
Clinical FAQ
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
Cortisol claims?
We do not sell cortisol miracles.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
Do you serve downtown Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. Our Hollywood office is about 20 minutes from downtown Fort Lauderdale, and we offer telehealth appointments for busy downtown professionals.
Can you help with work-related anxiety and burnout?
Absolutely. We see many Fort Lauderdale professionals dealing with workplace stress, burnout, and performance anxiety. Our evaluations identify root causes and create targeted treatment plans.
What we rule in — and rule out
massage therapy still needs screening.
Not as detox.
Patients who decline medications and still want somatic relief while pursuing therapy.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
20-minute path to the Hollywood office
Fort Lauderdale (Broward County) has about 183,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 20 minutes from Las Olas, Port Everglades, and the downtown medical district.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Fort Lauderdale include Victoria Park, Flagler Village, Coral Ridge, and the beach barrier island. ZIP codes 33301, 33304, 33305, 33306 map to this service-area page.
ZIP 33301 is the lead postal code listed for Fort Lauderdale. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
DVT risk ignored.
Book Massage Therapy
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Massage Therapy, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
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.
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.