Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Muscle tension care for Broward County patients
Adjunct means added to, not instead of, Massage Therapy when a DSM diagnosis exists.
Massage Therapy for Plantation patients
Stress massage does not treat bipolar disorder.
Psychiatric adjunct massage is named honestly.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
Cortisol claims?
We do not sell cortisol miracles.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
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.
What we rule in — and rule out
Optional, never required for psych care.
Pregnancy: only with appropriate prenatal massage training and clearance.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Not during acute mania.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Documentation.
No weight comments.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Contraindication screen.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
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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.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Consent and stop-word.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
Consent and stop-word.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Next step
Request a Massage Therapy visit by calling (888) 307-2199 or using the booking form. Bring current medications, prior labs, and a list of what has already been tried.
If Massage Therapy 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.
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.