Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Root-cause labs with a differential still written
Pharmacogenetics does not override a bipolar screen.
Clinical scope of Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing in Broward County
Root cause psych labs still require a root-cause differential, not a shopping cart.
hs-CRP is nonspecific. We do not build a cult around it.
Questions we hear about Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Iron?
Ferritin when the story fits.
Vitamin D religion?
We treat deficiency, not a fandom.
How soon results?
Depends on the lab. We schedule a results visit.
Who interprets?
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC.
Can I refuse?
Yes.
Office for interpretation?
24 min from Weston if in-person.
Do you offer discreet telehealth for Weston patients?
Yes. Many Weston patients prefer our secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth option for appointments from the privacy of their home or office.
Can you help with executive performance and focus issues?
Absolutely. We specialize in ADHD evaluations, cognitive performance optimization, and medication management for adults who need to perform at a high level.
Monitoring and safety in Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Refer critically abnormal (e.g., severe anemia, thyrotoxicosis).
Do not start TRT off a single afternoon T.
Privacy of genetic data.
Duplicate-test check.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Weston sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
ZIP 33326 is the lead postal code listed for Weston. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Crisis path unchanged.
Repeat out-of-range values.
From intake to follow-up: Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Crisis path unchanged.
Do not stack 12 supplements the same week as a new antidepressant without a reason.
Write the hypothesis.
Integrate into the DSM-5-TR formulation.
Indications and differentials
Not indicated: curiosity panels.
Neuropathy plus metformin plus mood.
Abnormal prior labs without interpretation.
Perimenopausal or hypogonadal clues.
Next step
Start with one thorough Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
After Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
Related care
Same service, other cities
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.