Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
emotional eating therapy without a shame script
SGAs and some antidepressants cause weight gain. We name that and discuss switches or metformin/GLP-1 only when appropriate.
Clinical scope of Wellness & Weight Management in Broward County
Stress eating and emotional eating still get a differential (binge-eating disorder vs situational).
Sleep weight wellness: apnea and insomnia are metabolic.
DSM-5-TR framing for emotional eating therapy
PMDD-related intake changes.
Weight change tied to psychotropics.
emotional eating therapy still needs screening.
Not indicated as cosmetic rapid loss.
Clinical FAQ
Can I refuse weight as a goal?
Yes. We can treat binge-eating and mood without a scale goal.
Do I need a dietitian?
Often yes. We refer.
How far is the office?
22 minutes from Wilton Manors.
Do you prescribe GLP-1s?
When medically appropriate and after eating-disorder screening. Not as a cosmetic product.
Crisis / medical instability?
ER. Especially with restriction and electrolyte risk.
Will you weigh me every visit?
Only if it is clinically useful and not harmful to your eating-disorder recovery.
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.
How Wilton Manors patients actually get here
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.
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.
Sleep, shift work, and Wilton Manors food access.
Decide: therapy, dietitian, med switch, anti-obesity med, or higher care.
Monitoring and safety in Wellness & Weight Management
Sleep screen.
Alcohol quantification.
GLP-1: contraindication check, follow-up GI/mood.
Avoid dual major med changes plus a crash diet.
22-minute path to the Hollywood office
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Wellness & Weight 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. Wellness & Weight Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
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.
You gained 40 pounds on an antipsychotic and were told to try harder.
Book Wellness & Weight Management
Start with one thorough Wellness & Weight Management evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
If Wellness & Weight Management is the right next step, schedule a 60–90 minute intake with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Same-week telehealth follow-ups are used after the diagnostic visit when clinically appropriate.
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.