ADHD testing and evaluations for students
Comprehensive evaluations with standardized rating scales and attention testing when appropriate, so you get clear answers and a plan that fits school life.
Personalized psychiatric care for students and young professionals who want to thrive—not just get by.
BrainHelp was created for students and young professionals navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, and academic or career stress. From college and graduate school to the NCLEX, professional licensing exams, and the demands of a new career, we provide personalized psychiatric care designed to help you thrive—not just get by.
We accept most major plans
I'm here to help.
Chester Profeta, PMHNP-BC
I'm Chester Profeta, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of healthcare experience, including seven years in acute inpatient telemetry, four years in high-acuity inpatient psychiatry, outpatient psychiatric care, and experience as a BSN/MSN/PMHNP Clinical Instructor. I founded BrainHelp after seeing countless students and young professionals held back not by a lack of ability, but by untreated ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. My approach combines evidence-based medication management with a collaborative, patient-centered philosophy, ensuring each treatment plan is tailored to the individual's goals and circumstances. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing care for ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), borderline personality disorder, and other common psychiatric conditions, helping patients regain confidence, stability, and the ability to thrive in school, work, and everyday life.
- ✓Listens to your full story — not just a checklist of symptoms
- ✓Gets to the root cause — ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, or all of the above
- ✓Medication is only one part of your treatment — alongside practical strategies and accommodation support
- ✓Fits your schedule — evening and weekend telehealth across California
More experience than you'd expect. More attention than you've received.
Chester Profeta isn't a new grad hanging a shingle. He brings a depth of clinical experience that's genuinely rare in independent telehealth psychiatry.
Chester currently teaches at both the BSN and MSN PMHNP level, which means he communicates complex psychiatric concepts clearly — no confusing jargon, no rushed explanations.
From acute inpatient psychiatry to outpatient telehealth — Chester has seen the full spectrum of psychiatric care and brings that perspective to every appointment.
Sessions that fit around classes, clinicals, and studying — not the other way around.
A thorough, evidence-based evaluation process built specifically around how ADHD shows up in academic settings.
Clear, timely psychiatric documentation for Disability Services offices, when appropriate for your situation.
No cookie-cutter plans. Every prescription is reviewed and adjusted around your goals, your schedule, and how you respond.
You don't have to keep pushing through alone
These are the real experiences we hear from patients every week — students, professionals, and adults alike. Every one of them is treatable with the right care.
You know you're capable — but you can't seem to follow through.
Tasks pile up. Deadlines slip. You open your laptop and just… can't start. You've been called lazy or unfocused, but you know that's not it. You work twice as hard for half the output.
You're ready to understand what's actually happening in your brain — and finally work with it instead of against it.
Exams fill you with a dread you can't explain.
You know the material. But when the test starts, your mind goes blank. For nursing, PA, or med students, every board exam feels like your entire future on the line.
You want to perform at the level your preparation deserves — calm, focused, and confident when it matters most.
You wake up exhausted and wonder where your motivation went.
The drive that once came naturally has completely disappeared. You feel disconnected from work, school, and people you care about. Getting through the day takes everything you have.
You're ready to feel like yourself again — motivated, energized, and present in your own life.
The anxiety never fully turns off.
Even when things are going well, your mind is running worst-case scenarios. You can't sleep before a big deadline. You're always bracing for something to go wrong — at work, at school, or at home.
You want to feel settled in your own body — to stop surviving and start actually living your life.
Conditions we specialize in
Evaluation and treatment for children, teens, and adults — including grad and professional students.
Board exam prep support — NCLEX, USMLE, PANCE — with evidence-based medication management.
Major depression, persistent depression, and mood disorders interfering with academic life.
Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder — treatable and very manageable.
Evidence-based mood stabilization with careful medication management and ongoing monitoring.
Clinical assessment and treatment that goes beyond the usual "take a break" advice.
Psychiatric documentation for Disability Services, extended time, and 504/IEP support.
Ongoing prescribing and optimization — no guesswork, no cookie-cutter treatment plans.
Simple, secure, and supportive
Getting the care you need should feel approachable. Here's what to expect.
Submit a brief intake request online. Tell us a little about what you're experiencing.
We verify your benefits and walk you through any out-of-pocket costs before your visit.
A thorough 60-minute psychiatric evaluation via secure video, or in person in downtown San Jose — no commute, no waiting room.
A personalized treatment plan with regular follow-ups to track progress and adjust as needed.
What students say
From the very beginning, I felt welcomed, respected, and supported as a student. Chester created an encouraging learning environment where questions were welcomed, challenged me to think critically, and provided constructive feedback that strengthened my clinical judgment and confidence.
— Manpreet K., Walden University
One of the most valuable aspects of my rotation was Chester's supportive teaching style. I always felt respected, included, and encouraged to grow professionally, and I was comfortable asking questions and discussing challenging cases.
— PMHNP Student, Walden University
Chester genuinely cares about helping his students succeed. He encouraged critical thinking, explained the reasoning behind his clinical decisions, and shared practical knowledge that helped me gain confidence in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and patient care.
— Kiran, Purdue Global University
* Testimonials reflect individual student experiences.
From a previous practice
Chester is receptive, compassionate, and genuinely listens to my needs. The medication management process is thoughtful and carefully assessed… Each check-in feels comfortable and conversational. I know I'll be heard, supported, and understood.
— Kevin Tran · ★★★★★ Google · from a previous employer
Chester was very helpful and listened to my needs. He was able to get me mentally stable after I was experiencing high anxiety and depression, and found the right medications for me after I had side effects from the ones I was on before.
— Mrs. Benyaminheydarlou · ★★★★★ Google · from a previous employer
