Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Massage when SSRIs caused jaw clenching — we still check the diagnosis
We will not claim cortisol miracles.
What Massage Therapy actually includes
Psychiatric adjunct massage is named honestly.
Sports stress massage is still in-scope body work.
Clinical FAQ
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
Where?
Hollywood office area; 18 min from Plantation.
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Is this a spa?
No. Adjunctive clinical setting.
Is it required for HRT?
No.
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.
Access from Plantation
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Plantation include Plantation Acres, Jacaranda, and the Broward Boulevard professional district. ZIP codes 33311, 33313, 33317, 33322 map to this service-area page.
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.
Plantation (Broward County) has about 92,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 18 minutes from Westfield Broward and the University Drive medical corridor.
You were told massage would replace your antidepressant.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Consent and stop-word.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
Session in a private room.
Monitoring and safety in Massage Therapy
Chaperone option.
Do not massage over unexplained calf swelling.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Hygiene and linens.
How Plantation patients actually get here
Plantation 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.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Plantation include Plantation Acres, Jacaranda, and the Broward Boulevard professional district. ZIP codes 33311, 33313, 33317, 33322 map to this service-area page.
Privacy for undressing.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Book Massage Therapy
Start with one thorough Massage Therapy evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
After Massage Therapy is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
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.