Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Integrative massage inside a medical home
We will not claim cortisol miracles.
What Massage Therapy actually includes
Stress massage does not treat bipolar disorder.
Integrative means coordinated, not unregulated.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
Document response.
Refer to Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC if the real need is a psychiatric evaluation.
Session in a private room.
Reschedule if febrile or acutely ill.
Monitoring and safety in Massage Therapy
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
Stop-word.
Documentation.
Bruising meds: lighter work.
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea FAQs for Massage Therapy
How often?
Individual. Packages are not a psychiatric protocol.
Cortisol claims?
We do not sell cortisol miracles.
Is it required for HRT?
No.
Men welcome?
Yes.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
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.
Parking, hours, and video visits
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.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea presentations. Massage Therapy intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
Consent and stop-word.
What we rule in — and rule out
Neck pain without red flags.
Muscle tension with anxiety or insomnia under a medical plan.
massage and cortisol still needs screening.
Optional, never required for psych care.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Start with one thorough Massage Therapy 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 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.