Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Video psychiatry that verifies your Florida location
This is not 'virtual therapy' as a synonym for weekly psychotherapy. This is medical psychiatric care by video.
What Telehealth Psychiatry actually includes
Telehealth psychiatry is a delivery setting for medical psychiatric care, limited to Florida presence.
Virtual anxiety treatment still names GAD vs panic vs medical mimic.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
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.
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.
No dual-tasking (driving) during visits.
If risk is high, stop and use crisis instructions for Broward County.
From intake to follow-up: Telehealth Psychiatry
Share after-visit summary through the portal.
Schedule the next visit before disconnecting.
Verify insurance telehealth coverage before the visit when possible.
Document why telehealth was appropriate.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Crisis script includes 988 and nearest ER to Lighthouse Point.
Emergency address confirmed (where EMS would go).
Convert to office if video cannot complete risk assessment.
Recording by patient is discussed; we do not consent to social posting.
Access from Lighthouse Point
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.
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.
Lighthouse Point sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Telehealth Psychiatry when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Time-zone tricks to look like you were in Florida.
Lighthouse Point FAQs for Telehealth Psychiatry
Can I do the first visit by video?
Often yes if privacy and risk allow. We may require Hollywood for complex or high-risk cases.
Is 'online psychiatrist' an MD?
Consumer language. Your clinician is a PMHNP-BC. We do not hide that.
What platform do you use?
A HIPAA-compliant video platform. You will get a link after booking.
Does insurance cover telehealth?
Often; verify. Coverage is not guaranteed by this page.
What if Zoom fails?
We call you. If safety is in question, we use emergency pathways.
Is it encrypted?
Yes. Still avoid public Wi-Fi.
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.
Next step
Start with one thorough Telehealth Psychiatry evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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.