Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Video follow-ups for Broward County commuters
First-episode psychosis, unstable vital-sign concerns, and some controlled-substance starts may still need 7603 Davie Road Extension.
What Telehealth Psychiatry actually includes
Digital mental health without a chart is not this clinic.
Secure video means a HIPAA platform, not FaceTime.
DSM-5-TR framing for virtual psych appointment
Not a replacement for sleep studies or imaging.
Not indicated for emergency agitation, overdose, or active SI with plan and intent that needs a room.
Diagnostic evaluation when a physical exam is not required that day.
Not indicated outside Florida.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Camera-on policy for MSE when required.
Same PDMP rules as office.
Convert to office if video cannot complete risk assessment.
Minors: guardian presence rules.
How Oakland Park patients actually get here
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Oakland Park 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.
Same history and MSE as office, adapted to camera.
Convert to Hollywood office when a physical exam is needed.
Access from Oakland Park
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.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Oakland Park patients who drive 22 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
ZIP 33304 is the lead postal code listed for Oakland Park. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Time-zone tricks to look like you were in Florida.
Oakland Park FAQs for Telehealth Psychiatry
Who is on camera?
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC — not an anonymous coach.
How close is the office if I need to convert?
About 22 minutes from Oakland Park to 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Will you see me in a parked car?
Only if it is private, stationary, and clinically appropriate. Driving is a no.
What if I travel to Georgia?
We cannot see you by telehealth while you are outside Florida.
What platform do you use?
A HIPAA-compliant video platform. You will get a link after booking.
What if Zoom fails?
We call you. If safety is in question, we use emergency pathways.
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.
Next step
If Telehealth Psychiatry is the right next step, schedule a 60–90 minute intake with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Same-week telehealth follow-ups are used after the diagnostic visit when clinically appropriate.
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Telehealth Psychiatry 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.