Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Adjunct care after a psychiatric evaluation
You can decline body work and still receive psychiatric care.
Massage Therapy for Miramar patients
Stress massage does not treat bipolar disorder.
Integrative means coordinated, not unregulated.
Indications and differentials
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Neck pain without red flags.
Adjunct for patients already in psychiatric care.
Muscle tension with anxiety or insomnia under a medical plan.
16-minute path to the Hollywood office
Miramar sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Massage Therapy when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Massage Therapy visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
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Clinical FAQ
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Panic on the table?
We stop. If medical emergency, ER.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Is it required for HRT?
No.
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
Cortisol claims?
We do not sell cortisol miracles.
Do you understand Caribbean mental health perspectives?
Yes. Dr. Chatelier is Haitian-American and deeply understands the cultural nuances that affect mental health care in Caribbean communities. We provide culturally sensitive psychiatric treatment.
Is your office accessible from Miramar?
Our Hollywood office is about 15 minutes from Miramar via Miramar Parkway. We also offer telehealth appointments for added convenience.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Contraindication screen.
Bruising meds: lighter work.
Trauma: extra consent, option to keep clothing.
Chaperone option.
Visit flow for Massage Therapy
Consent and stop-word.
Session in a private room.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Refer to Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC if the real need is a psychiatric evaluation.
Next step
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Massage Therapy. Mention Miramar so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Massage Therapy can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
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.