Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Telehealth ADHD care after a real differential
Hormone follow-ups can be video; injections and some exams cannot.
Clinical scope of Telehealth Psychiatry in Broward County
Virtual anxiety treatment still names GAD vs panic vs medical mimic.
Booking telepsych is booking a medical visit with a location rule.
Indications and differentials
Not a replacement for psychotherapy groups or IOP.
Follow-up medication management for a known patient in Florida.
Perinatal patients may use video for counseling and some follow-up; obstetric emergencies are not telehealth.
Established patients with stable housing and privacy are the best telehealth fit.
Clinical FAQ
Who is on camera?
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC — not an anonymous coach.
Is it encrypted?
Yes. Still avoid public Wi-Fi.
What if I travel to Georgia?
We cannot see you by telehealth while you are outside Florida.
Can I do the first visit by video?
Often yes if privacy and risk allow. We may require Hollywood for complex or high-risk cases.
What platform do you use?
A HIPAA-compliant video platform. You will get a link after booking.
Do you record the visit?
We document a note. We do not post visits.
What insurance do you accept for Pompano Beach patients?
We accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, United, and more. Call (888) 307-2199 to verify your specific plan before your first visit.
Can you prescribe medication at the first appointment?
After a thorough psychiatric evaluation, Dr. Chatelier may recommend medication as part of your treatment plan. Initial evaluations typically last 60-90 minutes to ensure we understand your complete picture.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Pompano Beach patients who drive 28 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Pompano Beach 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.
Document why telehealth was appropriate.
Do not start high-risk controlled substances on a first video visit without a supporting protocol.
How Telehealth Psychiatry is structured
Same history and MSE as office, adapted to camera.
If risk is high, stop and use crisis instructions for Broward County.
Send prescriptions only to a legitimate pharmacy.
Confirm a private setting. Reschedule if unsafe or public.
28-minute path to the Hollywood office
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Pompano Beach presentations. Telehealth Psychiatry intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Pompano Beach 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.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Pompano Beach include Old Pompano, Cresthaven, and the beach barrier island. ZIP codes 33060, 33062, 33064, 33069 map to this service-area page.
You have no private room in a Pompano Beach multigenerational household.
Book Telehealth Psychiatry
Request a Telehealth Psychiatry 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.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Telehealth Psychiatry. Mention Pompano Beach so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
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.