What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“The entire room is very calming and comforting when you walk in, and he is vey welcoming and polite. Always feel better after appointments, would definitely recommend”
MFLess than 1 month ago
“Chester was awesome and extemley knowledgeable. The process from start to end was very seamless. Highly recommend. ”
RGLess than 1 month ago
About Chester Profeta
Focus areas
Academic Stress
Bipolar Disorder
Anxiety Disorder
Burnout
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Integrative
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Asian
Languages spoken
English, Tagalog
Getting to know Chester Profeta
I’m glad you’re here. Reaching out for mental health support can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been trying to manage school, work, family, stress, or your symptoms on your own. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable talking openly about what you’re going through.
I’m Chester Profeta, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with about 16 years of experience in healthcare and mental health. Before becoming a psychiatric provider, I spent years working as a registered nurse in hospital settings, including telemetry and inpatient psychiatric care. That experience showed me how closely physical health, sleep, stress, and emotional well-being are connected.
I also work as a nursing professor, which has given me a firsthand understanding of the pressure students carry. Long study hours, clinical rotations, exams, family responsibilities, and the fear of falling behind can take a real toll. I’ve seen how untreated ADHD, anxiety, depression, and burnout can affect focus, confidence, motivation, relationships, and academic performance.
Today, I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, academic stress, sleep concerns, and other mental health challenges. I have a special interest in helping students, healthcare professionals, and busy adults who feel overwhelmed, distracted, burned out, or like they’re constantly trying to catch up.
My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I take time to understand the whole person, not just a diagnosis. Treatment may include medication management, supportive therapy, and practical strategies for sleep, routines, relationships, school, work, and stress.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out. We can start where you are and build a plan that makes sense for your life.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You can expect to feel heard and respected. I know talking about mental health is not always easy, especially if this is your first time seeing a psychiatric provider or you’ve had a bad experience in the past. I try to keep visits comfortable and straightforward so you can be honest about what is really going on.
I want to understand more than just your symptoms. I’ll ask about what has been happening in your life and how it is affecting you day to day. Sometimes anxiety, depression, ADHD, or burnout can start affecting school, work, relationships, sleep, motivation, and confidence without you realizing how much it has built up.
We’ll talk through your treatment options together. If medication may be helpful, I’ll explain what it is for, what to expect, and the possible risks and benefits. I want you to understand the plan and feel comfortable with it instead of leaving the appointment confused about what you’re taking or why.
I also believe medication is only one part of mental health treatment. We may talk about things like routines, stress, sleep, coping skills, relationships, or other changes that could help you feel and function better.
You do not need to know exactly what is wrong before coming in. That is part of what we will figure out together. My goal is for you to leave the visit feeling like someone actually listened to you and that you have a clear next step moving forward.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Your first visit is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation where we’ll discuss your symptoms, mental health and medical history, medications, daily functioning, school or work, relationships, and treatment goals.
We’ll then review possible diagnoses and treatment options together. If medication is appropriate, I’ll explain the benefits, risks, alternatives, and what to expect before we make a decision.
Follow-up visits focus on your progress, medication response, side effects, and any adjustments that may be needed. I also incorporate supportive therapy and practical strategies when helpful.
For ADHD evaluations, I may use standardized rating scales, childhood history, family input, or previous medical or school records when appropriate.
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Popular visit reasons
Agoraphobia
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Weight Loss Consultation
Agoraphobia
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosomatic Medicine Specialist Consultation
Office location
Chester Profeta, NP, APRN also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Nurses Credentialing Center
Education and training
- Maryville University, Master's in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
- California State University Long Beach (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1548953458
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Chester was awesome and extemley knowledgeable. The process from start to end was very seamless. Highly recommend.
Less than 1 month agoRG
He has been really nice and I’m liking my medications so far
Less than 1 month agoHG
The entire room is very calming and comforting when you walk in, and he is vey welcoming and polite. Always feel better after appointments, would definitely recommend
Less than 1 month agoMF
He was very professional and didn’t diagnose the issue right away rather he needed a full picture instead which made sure he did the right thing
Less than 1 month agoYG
Chester is an excellent provider. He communicates clearly, is empathetic, listens attentively, and is very knowledgeable. You can genuinely tell that he cares about his patients and takes the time to understand their needs. I finally feel like I’ve found the provider I’ve been looking for.
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Can I make an appointment with Chester Profeta online?
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What practice does Chester Profeta work with?
Chester Profeta works with Brainhelp PNC.
Where is Chester Profeta's office located?
Chester Profeta has 2 office locations in San Jose, view full addresses on Chester Profeta's profile.
Which board certifications does Chester Profeta have?
Chester Profeta is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Chester Profeta?
Chester Profeta frequently sees patients for Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Chester Profeta on their profile.
What languages does Chester Profeta speak?
Chester Profeta speaks English and Tagalog.
How do patients rate Chester Profeta in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Chester Profeta. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.