Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Hollywood-based massage serving Fort Lauderdale
Licensed massage scope is respected; we do not ask therapists to diagnose ADHD.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Massage for anxiety may ease somatic tension; GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Therapeutic massage in Hollywood serves Fort Lauderdale as a service area.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Do not massage over unexplained calf swelling.
Documentation.
Trauma: extra consent, option to keep clothing.
Scent opt-out.
What we rule in — and rule out
Optional, never required for psych care.
Not a substitute for PT when a tear or radiculopathy is likely.
Not indicated as trauma EMDR.
Service-area patients of Fort Lauderdale.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Session in a private room.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Consent and stop-word.
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
Clinical FAQ
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Men welcome?
Yes.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
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.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Massage Therapy visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
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.
Do not book through a party-spa package as if it were psychiatry.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Request a Massage Therapy 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 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.