Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Cortisol and massage: what the evidence actually says
If you need emergency care, skip the table. Go to the ER.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Relaxation is a possible outcome, not a guaranteed one.
Massage for anxiety may ease somatic tension; GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Stop-word.
Contraindication screen.
Do not massage over unexplained calf swelling.
Scent opt-out.
From intake to follow-up: Massage Therapy
Refer to Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC if the real need is a psychiatric evaluation.
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
Escalate if dissociation or panic on the table.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Wilton Manors (Broward County) has about 11,500 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 22 minutes from Wilton Drive and the Pride Center district.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Wilton Manors include Wilton Drive, Coral Gardens, and the Middle River corridor. ZIP codes 33305, 33306, 33334 map to this service-area page.
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
Evidence we actually use
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.
Massage Therapy at Peace & Heart Wellness is directed by Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, a Florida-licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with more than a decade of hormone-informed psychiatric practice. Care is hormone-informed and lab-aware rather than checklist-only.
The practice does not publish fabricated star ratings. Patient stories on this site are process descriptions, not purchased testimonials.
DSM-5-TR framing for Massage Therapy
Pregnancy: only with appropriate prenatal massage training and clearance.
Service-area patients of Wilton Manors.
Adjunct for patients already in psychiatric care.
Massage Therapy still needs screening.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Is this a spa?
No. Adjunctive clinical setting.
Panic on the table?
We stop. If medical emergency, ER.
Do I have to get massage to see Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC?
No.
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Pregnancy?
Tell us. Prenatal rules apply.
Do you provide LGBTQ+-affirming psychiatric care?
Yes. We provide competent, affirming psychiatric care for all patients. Our hormone therapy services and psychiatric evaluations are delivered with respect for every patient's identity.
Can you coordinate hormone therapy with psychiatric medication?
Absolutely. This is one of our specialties. We understand the interplay between hormone levels and mood, and manage both under one clinical roof for optimal outcomes.
Book Massage Therapy
Request a Massage Therapy 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.
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.