Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Remote medication management when you are in Florida
First-episode psychosis, unstable vital-sign concerns, and some controlled-substance starts may still need 7603 Davie Road Extension.
What Telehealth Psychiatry actually includes
Telepsych hormone therapy is follow-up and counseling; procedures stay in clinic or at a lab.
Functional telepsych = interview + local lab draw + video results visit.
Indications and differentials
Diagnostic evaluation when a physical exam is not required that day.
Telehealth Psychiatry still has to be a medical visit, not a chat.
Hybrid plans are preferred when controlled substances or complex medical comorbidity exist.
Established patients with stable housing and privacy are the best telehealth fit.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Location attestation in the note.
No prescribing if location cannot be established.
End visit if another person is coaching answers off-camera in a way that corrupts history.
Do not use SMS for clinical decision-making.
What we do not do
Nationwide mental-health apps optimize geographic coverage. We optimize licensure law.
Therapy platforms are not medical psychiatric clinics.
Phone-only care cannot complete a full MSE; we use it as backup, not as default.
How Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC practices Telehealth Psychiatry
Informed consent for Telehealth Psychiatry covers benefits, risks, alternatives (including no medication), and the limits of telehealth. Patients can decline any lab or medication without losing access to the diagnostic formulation.
Psychology Today verification and GeneSight partnership are listed as practice credentials. They support Telehealth Psychiatry; they are not a diagnosis and they are not a guarantee of outcome.
Hormone-informed psychiatry means estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, and cortisol are considered when the history for Telehealth Psychiatry points there — not as a default panel on every patient.
Visit flow for Telehealth Psychiatry
Order labs to a draw site near 33019 when indicated.
No dual-tasking (driving) during visits.
Verify insurance telehealth coverage before the visit when possible.
Record the platform used and time in / time out.
Clinical benefits of a complete Telehealth Psychiatry plan
Same informed consent as in person.
No chatbot diagnosis.
Encrypted video, not social apps.
You keep a medical home, not a username.
Hurricane or flood days can move to video instead of no-care.
Hollywood FAQs for Telehealth Psychiatry
Do I have to be in Florida?
Yes, at the time of the visit.
Is this the same as therapy?
No. This is medical psychiatric care. Therapy referrals remain separate.
What platform do you use?
A HIPAA-compliant video platform. You will get a link after booking.
What about emergencies?
988 or ER. Video visits are not emergency departments.
Can a family member sit in?
With your consent, as collateral. Not as a substitute historian who takes over.
How close is the office if I need to convert?
About 0 minutes from Hollywood to 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
After Telehealth Psychiatry is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
If Telehealth Psychiatry 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.