Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Home psychiatric evaluation when the exam allows it
Best-practice telehealth looks boring: same note, same pharmacy send, same follow-up.
Clinical scope of Telehealth Psychiatry in Broward County
Secure video means a HIPAA platform, not FaceTime.
Home evaluation is allowed when the environment is private and the presentation is not an emergency.
Questions we hear about Telehealth Psychiatry
What if I travel to Georgia?
We cannot see you by telehealth while you are outside Florida.
Can a family member sit in?
With your consent, as collateral. Not as a substitute historian who takes over.
Can I do the first visit by video?
Often yes if privacy and risk allow. We may require Hollywood for complex or high-risk cases.
Is it encrypted?
Yes. Still avoid public Wi-Fi.
What about emergencies?
988 or ER. Video visits are not emergency departments.
Will you see me in a parked car?
Only if it is private, stationary, and clinically appropriate. Driving is a no.
How close is your office to Dania Beach?
Extremely close — our Hollywood office is approximately 5-10 minutes from Dania Beach. We're one of the nearest psychiatric practices for Dania Beach residents.
Is the practice large or small?
We're a focused private practice where you work directly with Dr. Chatelier, DNP — not a large clinic. This ensures continuity of care and a strong therapeutic relationship.
How Dania Beach patients actually get here
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Dania Beach patients who drive 10 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
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If video fails, call the number on file.
Send prescriptions only to a legitimate pharmacy.
Indications and differentials
Not indicated outside Florida.
Not indicated for emergency agitation, overdose, or active SI with plan and intent that needs a room.
Not a replacement for psychotherapy groups or IOP.
Diagnostic evaluation when a physical exam is not required that day.
Evidence we actually use
Controlled-substance prescribing, when used in Telehealth Psychiatry, follows Florida PDMP review and a monitoring plan. Stimulants and benzodiazepines are never started from a portal message alone.
Isabel Cartilla coordinates intake paperwork and lab logistics so the 60–90 minute Telehealth Psychiatry visit is spent on the clinical interview rather than on form-filling.
The practice does not publish fabricated star ratings. Patient stories on this site are process descriptions, not purchased testimonials.
Visit flow for Telehealth Psychiatry
No dual-tasking (driving) during visits.
Convert to Hollywood office when a physical exam is needed.
Record the platform used and time in / time out.
Share after-visit summary through the portal.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Backup phone number.
End visit if another person is coaching answers off-camera in a way that corrupts history.
Minors: guardian presence rules.
Recording by patient is discussed; we do not consent to social posting.
Book Telehealth Psychiatry
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Telehealth Psychiatry. Mention Dania Beach so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
After Telehealth Psychiatry is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
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.