Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Body confidence that does not deny medical risk
Binge-eating disorder, night eating, and restriction/binge cycles need a higher-level-of-care decision sometimes. Outpatient coaching is not enough then.
Clinical scope of Wellness & Weight Management in Broward County
Top-rated language ignored.
IV weight support is not an indication we treat with drips.
Outcomes we target — without promising them
GLP-1 only with a medical indication and monitoring.
Body image therapy referral.
Coordination with the prescriber of an SGA.
Sleep and apnea as metabolic care.
Alcohol and cannabis in the food/mood history.
What we rule in — and rule out
Not indicated as IV slimming.
Not indicated as cosmetic rapid loss.
Patients who want monitoring, not a challenge.
PMDD-related intake changes.
28-minute path to the Hollywood office
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Wellness & Weight Management visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea presentations. Wellness & Weight Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
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.
Self-esteem work without treating binge-eating disorder.
How Lauderdale-by-the-Sea patients actually get here
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Wellness & Weight Management when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
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.
Document GLP-1 risks if used.
Follow up; depression relapse often precedes weight relapse.
Why Lauderdale-by-the-Sea presentations look the way they do
A med-spa sold semaglutide without a PHQ-9.
Insulin resistance never measured.
You gained 40 pounds on an antipsychotic and were told to try harder.
Clinical FAQ
Will you weigh me every visit?
Only if it is clinically useful and not harmful to your eating-disorder recovery.
Insurance?
Verify. Metabolic meds and visits have different coverage rules.
Do you prescribe GLP-1s?
When medically appropriate and after eating-disorder screening. Not as a cosmetic product.
Can I refuse weight as a goal?
Yes. We can treat binge-eating and mood without a scale goal.
Do I need a dietitian?
Often yes. We refer.
Exercise?
Dosed. Not a punishment.
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.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Wellness & Weight Management can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
If Wellness & Weight Management 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.