Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Cortisol and massage: what the evidence actually says
Insomnia gets a differential before we call massage the fix.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Stress massage does not treat bipolar disorder.
South Florida massage pages that claim to cure depression are the pattern we refuse.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Hygiene and linens.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
Contraindication screen.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
Escalate if dissociation or panic on the table.
Consent and stop-word.
Red flags (chest pain, neuro) stop the session.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Indications and differentials
Not as detox.
Neck pain without red flags.
Not indicated as primary treatment of MDD, bipolar, psychosis, or OCD.
Not a substitute for PT when a tear or radiculopathy is likely.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Do I have to get massage to see Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC?
No.
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Where?
Hollywood office area; 22 min from Sunrise.
Do you accept insurance for Sunrise patients?
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans. Call us at (888) 307-2199 to verify your specific coverage before your first appointment.
Can I get evening or weekend telehealth appointments?
We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate work schedules. Contact our office to discuss available appointment times.
How Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC practices Massage Therapy
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.
The Hollywood office is the only brick-and-mortar site. Massage Therapy for Sunrise is service-area care from that office plus telehealth — not a separate clinic in every city.
GeneSight pharmacogenetic testing is available when prior antidepressant trials failed or side effects were limiting. Results are probabilistic, not deterministic.
How Sunrise patients actually get here
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Sunrise patients who drive 22 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
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.
Do not book through a party-spa package as if it were psychiatry.
Refer to Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC if the real need is a psychiatric evaluation.
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.
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.