Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Sleep, cortisol clues, and the scale
Thyroid, sleep apnea, and insulin resistance are medical, not 'mindset.'
Wellness & Weight Management for Lauderhill patients
IV weight support is not an indication we treat with drips.
Functional weight testing is hypothesis-driven, not a catalog of 80 biomarkers.
How Lauderhill patients actually get here
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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.
Safety if BMI or vitals are unsafe.
Document GLP-1 risks if used.
Indications and differentials
Patients asking for GLP-1 who also have a psych history.
Patients who want monitoring, not a challenge.
Not indicated to treat anorexia with a GLP-1.
Weight change tied to psychotropics.
Visit flow for Wellness & Weight Management
Labs as indicated.
Map weight trajectory onto medication starts.
Follow up; depression relapse often precedes weight relapse.
Document GLP-1 risks if used.
Monitoring and safety in Wellness & Weight Management
Do not display before/after marketing in clinic.
A1c/lipids/TSH as indicated.
Avoid dual major med changes plus a crash diet.
No IV for weight loss.
Clinical FAQ
Self-esteem focus only?
Not if medical risk is present.
Telehealth?
Follow-up if you are in Florida. Exams as needed in Hollywood.
Do you offer IV weight loss?
No.
Is this a weight-loss spa?
No. It is psychiatric and metabolic overlap care.
Exercise?
Dosed. Not a punishment.
Affordable coaching URL?
Retained slug. This is not cheap coaching.
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.
Next step
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Wellness & Weight Management, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
After Wellness & Weight Management is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
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.