Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
massage therapy south florida alongside a real mental-health plan
Insomnia gets a differential before we call massage the fix.
Massage Therapy for Sunrise patients
South Florida massage pages that claim to cure depression are the pattern we refuse.
Sports stress massage is still in-scope body work.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
Session in a private room.
Intake: medical, pregnancy, clots, psychosis, trauma preferences.
If you are a psych patient, we confirm massage is adjunctive.
Protocol elements we do not skip
No psychiatric diagnosis by the massage therapist.
Chaperone option.
No alcohol 'to relax' advice that conflicts with psychotropics.
No weight comments.
How Sunrise patients actually get here
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.
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.
Consent and stop-word.
Session in a private room.
Indications and differentials
Patients who decline medications and still want somatic relief while pursuing therapy.
Optional, never required for psych care.
Stress-related myalgia.
Not indicated as trauma EMDR.
Questions we hear about Massage Therapy
Panic on the table?
We stop. If medical emergency, ER.
Insurance?
Often not covered like a medical visit. Ask before booking.
Meds that bruise?
Tell us.
Do therapists diagnose ADHD?
No.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Red-flag headache?
ER, not massage.
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
Request a Massage Therapy visit by calling (888) 307-2199 or using the booking form. Bring current medications, prior labs, and a list of what has already been tried.
Start with one thorough Massage Therapy evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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.