Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Not a trauma-processing substitute
Massage may reduce somatic tension. It does not treat major depression, bipolar disorder, or psychosis as a standalone.
Massage Therapy for Pembroke Pines patients
Sports stress massage is still in-scope body work.
Relaxation is a possible outcome, not a guaranteed one.
Access from Pembroke Pines
Pembroke Pines 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.
ZIP 33023 is the lead postal code listed for Pembroke Pines. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Pembroke Pines include Chapel Trail, Pembroke Falls, Century Village, and the Pines Boulevard spine. ZIP codes 33023, 33024, 33025, 33026 map to this service-area page.
Scent triggers in a poorly ventilated room.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Consent and stop-word.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
Reschedule if febrile or acutely ill.
Indications and differentials
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Muscle tension with anxiety or insomnia under a medical plan.
Pregnancy: only with appropriate prenatal massage training and clearance.
Stress-related myalgia.
Clinical FAQ
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
Is it required for HRT?
No.
Where?
Hollywood office area; 12 min from Pembroke Pines.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
How close are you to Pembroke Pines?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 10 minutes from central Pembroke Pines via Pines Boulevard or Sheridan Street. We also offer telehealth for maximum convenience.
Do you serve Century Village Pembroke Pines?
Yes, we serve many patients from Century Village and specialize in age-related mood changes, medication management for seniors, and hormone therapy.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Contraindication screen.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
Referral path to evaluation.
Next step
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.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Massage Therapy, 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.