Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
stress massage broward alongside a real mental-health plan
We will not claim cortisol miracles.
What Massage Therapy actually includes
Neck tension from commuting is real and still not an MRI substitute when red flags exist.
Therapeutic massage in Hollywood serves Sunrise as a service area.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Do not massage over unexplained calf swelling.
Clear pricing before the table — no bait.
Emergency stop for chest pain/neuro.
No weight comments.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Sunrise sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Massage Therapy when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Sunrise presentations. Massage Therapy intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Adjust pressure for meds that affect bruising.
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
Clinical FAQ
Does massage treat depression?
No. It may ease tension. Depression still needs medical/psychological care.
Can I keep clothes on?
Yes.
Contraindications?
Clots, fever, some skin/cardiac conditions — we screen.
Men welcome?
Yes.
Where?
Hollywood office area; 22 min from Sunrise.
Is this a spa?
No. Adjunctive clinical setting.
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.
How Massage Therapy is structured
Follow the same Hollywood hours model as the clinic.
Consent and stop-word.
Escalate if dissociation or panic on the table.
Reschedule if febrile or acutely ill.
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.
Sunrise sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Massage Therapy when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
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.
Trauma body work without a therapist and without consent nuance.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
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 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.
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.