Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Integrative massage inside a medical home
Insomnia gets a differential before we call massage the fix.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
South Florida massage pages that claim to cure depression are the pattern we refuse.
Massage for anxiety may ease somatic tension; GAD still needs a diagnosis.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
Session in a private room.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Privacy for undressing.
Consent and stop-word.
Clinical FAQ
Is it required for HRT?
No.
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
Panic on the table?
We stop. If medical emergency, ER.
How often?
Individual. Packages are not a psychiatric protocol.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
How close is Hallandale Beach to your office?
Our Hollywood office is only about 10 minutes from Hallandale Beach via US-1 or I-95. We're very convenient for Hallandale residents.
Do you work with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds?
Yes. Our practice serves South Florida's diverse communities with culturally aware psychiatric care. Dr. Chatelier's multicultural background informs her compassionate, evidence-based approach.
Indications and differentials
Not as detox.
Not indicated as trauma EMDR.
Stress-related myalgia.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Hallandale Beach sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Massage Therapy when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Hallandale Beach (Broward County) has about 42,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 12 minutes from Gulfstream Park and the A1A beach district.
Reschedule if febrile or acutely ill.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
12-minute path to the Hollywood office
Hallandale Beach (Broward County) has about 42,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 12 minutes from Gulfstream Park and the A1A beach district.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Hallandale Beach include Three Islands, Golden Isles, and downtown Hallandale. ZIP codes 33009 map to this service-area page.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Hallandale Beach patients who drive 12 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
You were told massage would replace your antidepressant.
Book Massage Therapy
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Massage Therapy can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
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.