Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Telehealth Psychiatry without pretending we are licensed in 50 states
Labs are ordered to draw sites near 33023, then reviewed on a follow-up video visit.
Clinical scope of Telehealth Psychiatry in Broward County
Online psychiatrist in consumer language often means a prescriber on video. Here that prescriber is a PMHNP-BC.
Leftover affordable-online slugs are not a discount product.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Convert to office if video cannot complete risk assessment.
Location attestation in the note.
End visit if another person is coaching answers off-camera in a way that corrupts history.
Same PDMP rules as office.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Telehealth Psychiatry visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Miramar patients who drive 16 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Convert to Hollywood office when a physical exam is needed.
If risk is high, stop and use crisis instructions for Broward County.
How Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC practices Telehealth Psychiatry
The Hollywood office is the only brick-and-mortar site. Telehealth Psychiatry for Miramar is service-area care from that office plus telehealth — not a separate clinic in every city.
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC holds DNP, FNP-BC, and PMHNP-BC credentials. Telehealth Psychiatry is advanced-practice psychiatric care, not a 15-minute refill mill and not unsupervised coaching.
Care is structured around validated instruments (PHQ-9, GAD-7, ASRS, MDQ) plus a clinical interview. Scores inform Telehealth Psychiatry; they do not replace it.
Visit flow for Telehealth Psychiatry
Do not start high-risk controlled substances on a first video visit without a supporting protocol.
Convert to Hollywood office when a physical exam is needed.
Order labs to a draw site near 33023 when indicated.
Document why telehealth was appropriate.
DSM-5-TR framing for Telehealth Psychiatry
Not indicated outside Florida.
Not indicated as covert care in an unsafe household if privacy cannot be obtained — we will problem-solve or use office.
Established patients with stable housing and privacy are the best telehealth fit.
Telehealth Psychiatry still has to be a medical visit, not a chat.
Clinical FAQ
Can you order labs?
Yes, to draw sites near 33023.
What if Zoom fails?
We call you. If safety is in question, we use emergency pathways.
How close is the office if I need to convert?
About 16 minutes from Miramar to 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Is it encrypted?
Yes. Still avoid public Wi-Fi.
Do I have to be in Florida?
Yes, at the time of the visit.
What about emergencies?
988 or ER. Video visits are not emergency departments.
Do you understand Caribbean mental health perspectives?
Yes. Dr. Chatelier is Haitian-American and deeply understands the cultural nuances that affect mental health care in Caribbean communities. We provide culturally sensitive psychiatric treatment.
Is your office accessible from Miramar?
Our Hollywood office is about 15 minutes from Miramar via Miramar Parkway. We also offer telehealth appointments for added convenience.
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 you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Telehealth Psychiatry so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
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.