Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Side-effect management that names the actual syndrome
Refills are tied to clinical follow-up. Portal messages do not restart stimulants or benzodiazepines.
Medication Management for Wilton Manors patients
Antipsychotic monitoring is metabolic and neurologic, not just 'mood better / worse.'
Tapering is scheduled. Paroxetine, venlafaxine, benzodiazepines, and stimulants each have different withdrawal physics.
From intake to follow-up: Medication Management
Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
Review PDMP and allergies.
Revisit the original diagnosis if two classes have failed.
Share the plan with the therapist when consent exists.
Wilton Manors FAQs for Medication Management
What about pregnancy?
Tell us before a prescription is sent. Some agents need specialist coordination.
Can you help me taper?
Yes. Tapers are scheduled by drug class. Do not stop MAOIs, benzos, or paroxetine abruptly on your own.
Do you monitor antipsychotics?
Weight, A1c, lipids, and neurologic side effects are part of the protocol.
Can I refuse a medication?
Always. Informed consent includes the option of no medication.
Do you treat insomnia with medication only?
No. We look for apnea, circadian issues, alcohol, and psychiatric drivers.
Can a PMHNP-BC prescribe psychiatric medication in Florida?
Yes. Dr. Chatelier is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Prescribing is within Florida APRN scope, with monitoring.
Do you provide LGBTQ+-affirming psychiatric care?
Yes. We provide competent, affirming psychiatric care for all patients. Our hormone therapy services and psychiatric evaluations are delivered with respect for every patient's identity.
Can you coordinate hormone therapy with psychiatric medication?
Absolutely. This is one of our specialties. We understand the interplay between hormone levels and mood, and manage both under one clinical roof for optimal outcomes.
DSM-5-TR framing for hormone mood meds
ADHD medication only after the evaluation supports ADHD over mimics.
Perinatal prescribing only with risk-benefit counseling.
A DSM-5-TR diagnosis that has an evidence-based pharmacologic option the patient wants to consider.
Not indicated to supply controlled substances without a supporting diagnosis and monitoring plan.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
QTc risk: ECG when combining high-risk agents.
Opioid + benzo overlap is treated as a safety event.
MAOI diet and washout rules if that class is ever used.
Benzodiazepines: indication, duration limit, taper language.
22-minute path to the Hollywood office
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Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Medication Management visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Wilton Manors presentations. Medication Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Akathisia was labeled 'worsening anxiety' and the dose was increased.
Book Medication Management
Start with one thorough Medication Management evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Medication Management. Mention Wilton Manors so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
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.