Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric evaluation in Wilton Manors: a diagnostic hour, not a form
Perinatal, bipolar-spectrum, and psychotic features get extra time because missing them is dangerous.
Clinical scope of Psychiatric Evaluations in Broward County
Anxiety evaluation separates GAD, panic, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and medical mimics such as hyperthyroidism or stimulant toxicity.
Lab testing in psychiatry is hypothesis-driven: TSH, ferritin, B12, folate, vitamin D, CBC, CMP, and selected hormones. We do not shotgun every biomarker on earth.
DSM-5-TR framing for book psych evaluation
New or unexplained mood, anxiety, attentional, or psychotic symptoms lasting beyond a brief adjustment reaction.
Not indicated solely to obtain a letter that the interview does not support.
Out-of-state patients cannot complete a Florida telehealth evaluation while physically outside Florida.
Family history of bipolar disorder or psychosis that changes how aggressively we screen.
Monitoring and safety in Psychiatric Evaluations
QT, sodium, TSH, and metabolic labs when the chosen medication class requires them.
Notes are written the same day whenever possible so the record matches the visit.
Follow-up interval tightens when a new antidepressant, antipsychotic, or mood stabilizer is started.
We do not combine MAOIs with contraindicated agents. We do not ignore serotonin syndrome risk.
How Wilton Manors patients actually get here
Wilton Manors (Broward County) has about 11,500 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 22 minutes from Wilton Drive and the Pride Center district.
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Psychiatric Evaluations visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
Plan includes psychotherapy referral, medication or not, labs, and a follow-up date.
History of present illness is a timeline, not a mood adjective. We date onsets, postpartum windows, and medication trials.
Clinical FAQ
What labs might you order?
Hypothesis-driven: TSH with free T4, ferritin, vitamin D, B12, folate, CBC, CMP, and selected hormones. Not every patient needs every test.
Will you prescribe on visit one?
Only when the diagnosis, safety, and monitoring plan support it. Controlled substances have a higher bar.
Do you treat ADHD in adults?
Yes, with a differential that includes sleep, trauma, mood, and thyroid mimics. Childhood history still matters.
Is GeneSight required?
No. It is considered after failed medication trials or significant side effects.
Can you evaluate psychosis?
Yes, and we will escalate to a higher level of care if outpatient treatment is unsafe.
Do you see children?
The practice is primarily adults and older adolescents, considered case-by-case.
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.
Access from Wilton Manors
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Wilton Manors include Wilton Drive, Coral Gardens, and the Middle River corridor. ZIP codes 33305, 33306, 33334 map to this service-area page.
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Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Wilton Manors patients who drive 22 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
You were discharged from an ER with a safety plan and no outpatient diagnostic appointment.
Book Psychiatric Evaluations
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Psychiatric Evaluations. Mention Wilton Manors so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Psychiatric Evaluations, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
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.