Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Virtual anxiety treatment with a documented diagnosis
Encryption and HIPAA apply. Public Wi-Fi at Lauderhill Mall and the Inverrary corridor is a bad idea for a visit.
Telehealth Psychiatry for Lauderhill patients
Digital mental health without a chart is not this clinic.
Top-rated virtual therapy language on old URLs is leftover copy; this service is medical psychiatry, which may include therapy referral.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Telehealth Psychiatry 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 Lauderhill presentations. Telehealth Psychiatry intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Record the platform used and time in / time out.
Same history and MSE as office, adapted to camera.
DSM-5-TR framing for best telehealth psychiatrist
Established patients with stable housing and privacy are the best telehealth fit.
Not indicated as covert care in an unsafe household if privacy cannot be obtained — we will problem-solve or use office.
Not indicated outside Florida.
Not a replacement for psychotherapy groups or IOP.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Do not use SMS for clinical decision-making.
Same PDMP rules as office.
Backup phone number.
Convert to office if video cannot complete risk assessment.
Visit flow for Telehealth Psychiatry
Same history and MSE as office, adapted to camera.
Record the platform used and time in / time out.
Verify insurance telehealth coverage before the visit when possible.
Order labs to a draw site near 33311 when indicated.
Questions we hear about Telehealth Psychiatry
What if I travel to Georgia?
We cannot see you by telehealth while you are outside Florida.
What about emergencies?
988 or ER. Video visits are not emergency departments.
What if my kids are home in Lauderhill?
We need a private room. Headphones help; a closed door is better. We will reschedule rather than take a corrupted history.
Can you send meds to my pharmacy?
Yes, a Florida pharmacy you designate.
What if Zoom fails?
We call you. If safety is in question, we use emergency pathways.
Do you prescribe Adderall by video?
Only if the evaluation and PDMP support it, and policy allows. Not as a first-click product.
Does Dr. Chatelier understand Caribbean cultural views on mental health?
Yes. Dr. Chatelier is Haitian-American and deeply understands the cultural perspectives on mental health common in Caribbean communities. She provides respectful, culturally aware psychiatric care.
How far is Lauderhill from your office?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 20 minutes from Lauderhill via University Drive or 441. Telehealth is available for patients who prefer virtual visits.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
After Telehealth Psychiatry is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Telehealth Psychiatry, 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.