Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Comprehensive psychiatric assessment — Weston, FL
Patients driving from Weston (24 min) can complete the first evaluation in Hollywood or, when clinically appropriate, by Florida telehealth.
What Psychiatric Evaluations actually includes
Best-practice evaluation is the one that writes a differential and a monitoring plan. Star adjectives in old keywords are marketing residue, not a ranking.
Mood disorder evaluation asks about duration, anhedonia, mixed features, postpartum onset, seasonality, and hypomania — because treatment diverges.
DSM-5-TR framing for psychosis evaluation
Family history of bipolar disorder or psychosis that changes how aggressively we screen.
Insomnia that is either a syndrome of its own or a driver of daytime psychiatric symptoms.
Substance use that may be inducing or masking a primary psychiatric disorder.
A request for a second opinion before a major medication change or a disability form.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Informed consent is documented for off-label use when evidence supports it and alternatives were discussed.
PDMP review before controlled substances. No stimulant start from a chat message.
Missed appointments after a high-risk visit trigger outreach, not silent discharge.
Collateral from a partner or parent is requested when insight is limited — with consent.
How Psychiatric Evaluations is structured
History of present illness is a timeline, not a mood adjective. We date onsets, postpartum windows, and medication trials.
Psychiatric review of systems covers mood, anxiety, psychosis, OCD, trauma, ADHD, sleep, eating, and substance use even if you came for only one of those.
Before the visit: intake forms, medication list, prior labs. Incomplete forms shrink the diagnostic hour.
Opening 10 minutes: chief concern, safety, and what you want the evaluation to decide.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Weston patients who drive 24 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Weston sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Psychiatric Evaluations when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Safety: if risk is high, we stop the routine template and use crisis pathways.
Records from other clinicians are requested with your authorization; we do not pretend collateral is optional when the history is fragmented.
Clinical FAQ
Do you see children?
The practice is primarily adults and older adolescents, considered case-by-case.
Do you replace my therapist?
No. Psychiatric evaluation and psychotherapy are complementary.
Where is the office?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 24 minutes from Weston.
How do I prepare?
Medication list, prior psych notes, recent labs, and a timeline of symptoms. Sleep and menstrual data help.
Can I use this evaluation for a legal letter?
Only if the interview actually supports the opinion. We do not write unsupported letters.
What if I am in crisis?
Call 988 or go to an emergency department. This clinic is not an after-hours crisis line.
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.
Book Psychiatric Evaluations
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Psychiatric Evaluations can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
Request a Psychiatric Evaluations 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.
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.