Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
massage for panic tension alongside a real mental-health plan
If you need emergency care, skip the table. Go to the ER.
What Massage Therapy actually includes
Psychiatric adjunct massage is named honestly.
Sports stress massage is still in-scope body work.
Access from Sunrise
ZIP 33313 is the lead postal code listed for Sunrise. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Sunrise patients who drive 22 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
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You were told massage would replace your antidepressant.
Indications and differentials
Not a substitute for PT when a tear or radiculopathy is likely.
Not as detox.
Optional, never required for psych care.
Adjunct for patients already in psychiatric care.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Reschedule if febrile or acutely ill.
No diagnostic claims from the therapist.
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Emergency stop for chest pain/neuro.
Chaperone option.
Bruising meds: lighter work.
Hygiene and linens.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Do I have to get massage to see Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC?
No.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Parking?
On site at 7603 Davie Road Extension.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
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.
Next step
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Massage Therapy so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
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.
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.