Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Side-effect management that names the actual syndrome
Hormone therapies prescribed elsewhere are reconciled so serotonergic and endocrine plans do not collide blindly.
Medication Management for Lighthouse Point patients
Antipsychotic monitoring is metabolic and neurologic, not just 'mood better / worse.'
Tapering is scheduled. Paroxetine, venlafaxine, benzodiazepines, and stimulants each have different withdrawal physics.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33064
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Lighthouse Point include The Venetian Isles and Sample Road east of US-1. ZIP codes 33064 map to this service-area page.
Lighthouse Point (Broward County) has about 10,500 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 32 minutes from Lighthouse Point Yacht Club and the Venetian Waterway.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Lighthouse Point patients who drive 32 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Clozapine-level monitoring was skipped after a near miss.
How Lighthouse Point patients actually get here
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Lighthouse Point (Broward County) has about 10,500 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 32 minutes from Lighthouse Point Yacht Club and the Venetian Waterway.
Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
Set the next visit before the bottle runs out.
Clinical FAQ
Do you monitor antipsychotics?
Weight, A1c, lipids, and neurologic side effects are part of the protocol.
Can you help me taper?
Yes. Tapers are scheduled by drug class. Do not stop MAOIs, benzos, or paroxetine abruptly on your own.
What labs do I need?
Depends on the drug: TSH, lithium level, A1c, etc. We will list them in the plan.
What about pregnancy?
Tell us before a prescription is sent. Some agents need specialist coordination.
Will I get a refill without a visit?
Not as a routine. Monitoring interval is part of the prescription.
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
Do you offer pharmacogenetic testing?
Yes. We offer pharmacogenetic (GeneSight) testing to determine which psychiatric medications are most likely to be effective for your specific genetic makeup, reducing trial-and-error in medication selection.
What makes your evaluations comprehensive?
Our initial evaluations last 60-90 minutes and include clinical assessment, review of functional lab options, hormone screening discussion, and a personalized treatment plan — not a 15-minute med check.
Visit flow for Medication Management
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
If side effects appear, do not wait for the next quarterly slot — tighten follow-up.
Share the plan with the therapist when consent exists.
Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
Monitoring and safety in Medication Management
Opioid + benzo overlap is treated as a safety event.
Stimulants: BP/HR, sleep, appetite, PDMP, diversion discussion.
Valproate: level, LFTs, CBC, pregnancy counseling.
New antidepressant: short-interval follow-up for activation and SI.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Medication Management so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
Request a Medication Management visit by calling (888) 307-2199 or using the booking form. Bring current medications, prior labs, and a list of what has already been tried.
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.