Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Autonomic down-regulation, not a cure claim
This page exists so massage is not a doorway detached from the medical home.
Massage Therapy for Hallandale Beach patients
Sports stress massage is still in-scope body work.
Neck tension from commuting is real and still not an MRI substitute when red flags exist.
12-minute path to the Hollywood office
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.
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.
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Hypermobile joints injured by aggressive work.
Monitoring and safety in Massage Therapy
Trauma: extra consent, option to keep clothing.
Chaperone option.
Hygiene and linens.
Bruising meds: lighter work.
How Hallandale Beach patients actually get here
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.
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Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
Consent and stop-word.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
Privacy for undressing.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Is it required for HRT?
No.
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Panic on the table?
We stop. If medical emergency, ER.
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.
Book Massage Therapy
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.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Massage Therapy. Mention Hallandale Beach so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
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.