Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC

Estradiol, progesterone, and the psychiatric differential

Estrogen and progesterone affect serotonin and sleep architecture. That is physiology, not a guarantee that HRT will replace an antidepressant.

7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 · serving Weston(888) 307-2199Mon–Fri 9:00–17:00

What Women's Hormone Therapy actually includes

Thyroid and HRT overlap: check TSH before attributing everything to estradiol.

Women's HRT in this clinic is hormone-informed psychiatry, not a med-spa catalog.

What we rule in — and rule out

Surgical menopause with mood destabilization.

Not indicated as sole treatment of bipolar I mania.

Contraindication counseling itself can be the visit goal.

top rated female hormone doctor still requires a visit.

Access from Weston

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.

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Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Women's Hormone Therapy visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.

A GYN and a psychiatrist do not share labs.

Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence

Informed consent stored.

No pellet-only practice.

BP check.

Pregnancy test when relevant before hormones.

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.

Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Women's Hormone Therapy visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.

Reassess at a short interval because perimenopause is not a static lab value.

Complete psychiatric evaluation standards (safety, bipolar screen, substances).

From intake to follow-up: Women's Hormone Therapy

Reassess at a short interval because perimenopause is not a static lab value.

Order labs that could change the plan.

Write the plan so the patient can repeat the risks.

Do not start estrogen and a new antidepressant on the same day without a reason.

Book Women's Hormone Therapy

Start with one thorough Women's Hormone Therapy evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.

After Women's Hormone Therapy is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.

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.