Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
What we will not order
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea draw sites are used so you are not driving 28 minutes for a needle if a local lab will do.
Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing for Lauderdale-by-the-Sea patients
Root cause psych labs still require a root-cause differential, not a shopping cart.
Thyroid mood testing is TSH with free T4 when indicated — not a T3 shopping list by default.
How Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is structured
History first.
Repeat out-of-range values.
Do not stack 12 supplements the same week as a new antidepressant without a reason.
Crisis path unchanged.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33308
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Lauderdale-by-the-Sea patients who drive 28 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 Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
{access}. That access pattern is why Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing for Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is written as a service-area page, not as a fake storefront.
No fasting instructions, garbage lipids, dramatic interpretation.
Clinical FAQ
Can I refuse?
Yes.
Crisis?
988/ER, not a draw center.
Vitamin D religion?
We treat deficiency, not a fandom.
Do labs replace a psychiatric diagnosis?
No.
Genetic privacy?
We treat it as sensitive data.
Can labs be wrong?
Yes. We repeat when needed.
Are psychiatric services available near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?
While we're not located in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, our Hollywood office is about 25 minutes away, and our telehealth platform makes follow-up care extremely convenient for coastal residents.
Do you address seasonal mood changes?
Yes. Seasonal affective patterns, including reverse SAD (summer-related), are recognized in our evaluations. Florida's unique climate patterns can affect mood differently than northern states.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
{access}. That access pattern is why Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing for Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is written as a service-area page, not as a fake storefront.
Send to a draw site near 33308 when possible.
Treat, refer, or watch — with a date.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Results appointment.
Duplicate-test check.
Cost consent.
Do not ignore lithium levels for a wellness panel.
Next step
Start with one thorough Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Related care
Same service, other cities
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.