Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Stress-related neck and shoulder pain with a psych overlay
Massage may reduce somatic tension. It does not treat major depression, bipolar disorder, or psychosis as a standalone.
What Massage Therapy actually includes
Cortisol talk stays conservative.
Relaxation is a possible outcome, not a guaranteed one.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Cooper City include Monterra, Cooper City proper, and the western suburban grid. ZIP codes 33328, 33330 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.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Cooper City FAQs for Massage Therapy
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
Crisis?
988 or ER, not the table.
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
Is Cooper City close to your office?
Very close — our Hollywood office at 7603 Davie Road Extension is about 10 minutes from Cooper City via Stirling Road or Griffin Road.
Do you work with families?
Yes. We provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults, and can coordinate care with family therapists for a comprehensive approach.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
No weight comments.
Emergency stop for chest pain/neuro.
Hygiene and linens.
Bruising meds: lighter work.
DSM-5-TR framing for Massage Therapy
Neck pain without red flags.
Not during acute mania.
Stress-related myalgia.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Refer to Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC if the real need is a psychiatric evaluation.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
Evidence we actually use
Crisis care is not provided after hours. Massage Therapy patients in acute danger are directed to 988 or an emergency department. Ongoing care resumes after medical stabilization.
Documentation for Massage Therapy uses problem lists, differential diagnosis, and follow-up intervals — not marketing slogans. Visit notes are written so a covering clinician could continue care safely.
Hormone-informed psychiatry means estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, and cortisol are considered when the history for Massage Therapy points there — not as a default panel on every patient.
Book Massage Therapy
After Massage Therapy is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Massage Therapy. Mention Cooper City 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.