Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Adjunct care after a psychiatric evaluation
Documentation stays clinical, not spa copy.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Cortisol talk stays conservative.
South Florida massage pages that claim to cure depression are the pattern we refuse.
Clinical FAQ
Where?
Hollywood office area; 28 min from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
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.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Escalate if dissociation or panic on the table.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Document response.
Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
How Lauderdale-by-the-Sea patients actually get here
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.
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Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
No weight comments.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Chaperone option.
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
What we rule in — and rule out
sports stress massage still needs screening.
Not indicated as primary treatment of MDD, bipolar, psychosis, or OCD.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Pregnancy: only with appropriate prenatal massage training and clearance.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Massage Therapy, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Start with one thorough Massage Therapy evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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.