Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Stress-related neck and shoulder pain with a psych overlay
Documentation stays clinical, not spa copy.
Clinical scope of Massage Therapy in Broward County
Near Davie Road is the actual office geography.
Psychiatric adjunct massage is named honestly.
What we rule in — and rule out
Neck pain without red flags.
Stress-related myalgia.
Service-area patients of Sunrise.
Not indicated for DVT, open wounds, unexplained fever.
Protocol elements we do not skip
No psychiatric diagnosis by the massage therapist.
Chaperone option.
Trauma: extra consent, option to keep clothing.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Document response.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Privacy for undressing.
Aftercare: hydration, dizziness precautions.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Can it help anxiety?
Some people get short-term somatic relief. GAD still needs a diagnosis.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
How often?
Individual. Packages are not a psychiatric protocol.
Do I have to get massage to see Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC?
No.
Trauma?
Only with consent and not as a substitute for trauma therapy.
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.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33313, 33322, 33323, 33325
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Sunrise include New River, Springtree, and the Flamingo Road corridor. ZIP codes 33313, 33322, 33323, 33325 map to this service-area page.
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Sunrise (Broward County) has about 96,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 22 minutes from Sawgrass Mills and the Amerant Bank Arena district.
Insomnia 'cured' for one night then blamed on you.
Next step
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Massage Therapy. Mention Sunrise so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
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.