Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Not a trauma-processing substitute
People search Massage Therapy when the body is loud. We still take a psychiatric history.
Massage Therapy for Coral Springs patients
Neck tension from commuting is real and still not an MRI substitute when red flags exist.
Massage for anxiety may ease somatic tension; GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Credentials and method
The Hollywood office is the only brick-and-mortar site. Massage Therapy for Coral Springs is service-area care from that office plus telehealth — not a separate clinic in every city.
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.
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.
DSM-5-TR framing for Massage Therapy
Service-area patients of Coral Springs.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Not during acute mania.
Massage Therapy still needs screening.
Monitoring and safety in Massage Therapy
Emergency stop for chest pain/neuro.
No psychiatric diagnosis by the massage therapist.
Scent opt-out.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Coral Springs 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.
ZIP 33065 is the lead postal code listed for Coral Springs. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Refer to Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC if the real need is a psychiatric evaluation.
Privacy for undressing.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Document response.
Privacy for undressing.
Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Where?
Hollywood office area; 32 min from Coral Springs.
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Men welcome?
Yes.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Do you work with patients dealing with trauma-related anxiety?
Yes. Our psychiatric evaluations thoroughly assess anxiety and trauma-related conditions, and we create comprehensive treatment plans that may include medication, therapy referrals, and functional testing.
Is telehealth available for Coral Springs patients?
Absolutely. Many Coral Springs patients use our secure telehealth platform, especially for follow-up medication management appointments. It saves the drive while maintaining quality of care.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Massage Therapy, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Start with one thorough Massage Therapy evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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.