Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Antidepressant and mood-stabilizer management in Broward County
Refills are tied to clinical follow-up. Portal messages do not restart stimulants or benzodiazepines.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Antipsychotic monitoring is metabolic and neurologic, not just 'mood better / worse.'
Functional psychiatry does not mean 'no medication.' It means medication plus the labs that could change the choice.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Oakland Park include Downtown Oakland Park, Twin Lakes, and the North Andrews area. ZIP codes 33304, 33305, 33306, 33308 map to this service-area page.
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Set the next visit before the bottle runs out.
Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
Clinical FAQ
What labs do I need?
Depends on the drug: TSH, lithium level, A1c, etc. We will list them in the plan.
Do you work with my therapist?
With consent, yes. Medication does not replace psychotherapy when both are indicated.
Can a PMHNP-BC prescribe psychiatric medication in Florida?
Yes. Dr. Chatelier is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Prescribing is within Florida APRN scope, with monitoring.
How often are visits?
Tighter after a start or change; wider when stable and labs are current.
Can I refuse a medication?
Always. Informed consent includes the option of no medication.
Can medication management be telehealth?
Yes if you are in Florida and the case is appropriate. Controlled-substance rules still apply.
Do you treat anxiety related to life transitions?
Yes. Life transitions — career changes, relocations, relationship shifts — are common triggers for anxiety and depression. Our evaluations assess these factors and create targeted treatment plans.
How far is Oakland Park from your office?
Our Hollywood office is about 20 minutes from Oakland Park. Telehealth appointments are also available for follow-up medication management visits.
From intake to follow-up: Medication Management
Set the next visit before the bottle runs out.
Revisit the original diagnosis if two classes have failed.
Reconcile the current list, including OTC, cannabis, and hormones.
Check labs due for the current class.
Access from Oakland Park
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South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Oakland Park presentations. Medication Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Oakland Park include Downtown Oakland Park, Twin Lakes, and the North Andrews area. ZIP codes 33304, 33305, 33306, 33308 map to this service-area page.
Three benzodiazepines from three apps, no taper plan, and a PDMP that tells a story nobody reviewed.
Monitoring and safety in Medication Management
Missed labs = delayed titration.
Formulary alternatives offered without pretending they are identical.
MAOI diet and washout rules if that class is ever used.
Informed consent stored in the chart.
Next step
After Medication Management is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
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.
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.