Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Body work that stays in scope
Panic can include chest and neck tension. Cardiac and psychiatric workups are not optional because a massage is booked.
Massage Therapy for Plantation patients
Near Davie Road is the actual office geography.
Therapeutic massage in Hollywood serves Plantation as a service area.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Bruising meds: lighter work.
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
Hygiene and linens.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Indications and differentials
Not as detox.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Neck pain without red flags.
Not a substitute for PT when a tear or radiculopathy is likely.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33311, 33313, 33317, 33322
ZIP 33311 is the lead postal code listed for Plantation. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Plantation patients who drive 18 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 Massage Therapy visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
DVT risk ignored.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Where?
Hollywood office area; 18 min from Plantation.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
How often?
Individual. Packages are not a psychiatric protocol.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Is this a spa?
No. Adjunctive clinical setting.
How long is the drive from Plantation?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 15-20 minutes from Plantation via 595 or Broward Boulevard. Telehealth is also available for follow-up appointments.
Do you take a functional approach to psychiatry?
Yes. Beyond traditional medication management, we investigate root causes including hormone levels, thyroid function, and nutritional deficiencies — an approach Plantation patients particularly value.
Visit flow for Massage Therapy
Do not book through a party-spa package as if it were psychiatry.
Privacy for undressing.
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
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.
Start with one thorough Massage Therapy evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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.