Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Hollywood-based massage serving Coconut Creek
Documentation stays clinical, not spa copy.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Integrative means coordinated, not unregulated.
South Florida massage pages that claim to cure depression are the pattern we refuse.
Clinical FAQ
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
Panic on the table?
We stop. If medical emergency, ER.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
Do you evaluate menopause-related mood changes?
Yes. Many Coconut Creek patients come to us specifically for the intersection of hormonal changes and mood disorders. We offer comprehensive hormone panels alongside psychiatric evaluation.
How do I get to your office from Coconut Creek?
Our Hollywood office is about 25-30 minutes via 441 or the Turnpike. First evaluations are in-person; many follow-up med checks can be done via telehealth.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Contraindication screen.
Do not massage over unexplained calf swelling.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Scent opt-out.
Parking, hours, and video visits
ZIP 33063 is the lead postal code listed for Coconut Creek. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Coconut Creek 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.
Document response.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Credentials and method
The practice is women-owned and Haitian-led. Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC documents cultural context — including stigma in Caribbean and Latin American families — during Massage Therapy rather than treating it as an afterthought.
When Massage Therapy overlaps with psychotherapy needs, the practice coordinates with therapists rather than replacing weekly therapy. Medication and psychotherapy have different mechanisms and both may be indicated.
Care is structured around validated instruments (PHQ-9, GAD-7, ASRS, MDQ) plus a clinical interview. Scores inform Massage Therapy; they do not replace it.
What we rule in — and rule out
Muscle tension with anxiety or insomnia under a medical plan.
Massage Therapy still needs screening.
Neck pain without red flags.
Service-area patients of Coconut Creek.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Consent and stop-word.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
Document response.
Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Massage Therapy so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Massage Therapy. Mention Coconut Creek 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.