ABOUT US
Healing Doesn't Have To Feel Heavy.
We're a Sacramento-based psychiatry practice that believes mental wellness should be pressure-free, deeply personal, and dare we say a little fun. Whether you're feeling held together by bubblegum, duct tape, or both, you're absolutely in the right place.
We Mend Minds One Tear, One Patch, One Step At A Time.
Welcome to Bubblegum & Duct Tape Psychiatry, where healing doesn't have to feel heavy. We're a quirky, kind-hearted psychiatry practice that believes mental wellness should be pressure-free, deeply personal, and a little fun. Our name says it all: whether you're feeling held together by bubblegum, duct tape, or both, you're in the right place.
Because life gets messy. And sometimes, all you've got is a little bubblegum and duct tape holding you together. We get it, and we're here to help you heal, one tear, one patch, one step at a time.
Come as you are. We'll be right here, eager to help.
Dishina Singer, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Founder, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and gentle disruptor of the "clinical" norm. Dishina didn't set out to build a typical psychiatric practice because she's never been a typical provider.
With a rich background in both nursing and psychiatry, Dishina blends clinical expertise with a deep belief in compassion, authenticity, and a touch of creative chaos. After years in traditional healthcare settings, she realized something was missing: humanity that raw, real, 'you can exhale now' kind of care.
So she built Bubblegum & Duct Tape Psychiatry to be just that a place where people can feel safe, supported, and unfiltered. Her mission is to give you care that feels less like an appointment and more like a conversation with someone who truly gets it.
Dishina is especially passionate about destigmatizing mental health, expanding access with services like psychiatry, therapy, adolescent psychiatry, and virtual psychiatry and therapy visits.
Off the clock, you can find her sipping strong coffee, journaling in technicolor pens, or losing herself in a good playlist.
Care That Feels Less Like An Appointment
Dishina works side-by-side with a handpicked team of PMHNPs who share her belief that healing is never one-size-fits-all.
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Humanity First
You're a person first and a patient second. We listen before we diagnose, and we build every plan around your actual life not a checklist.
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Evidence-Based, Always Expanding
Licensed PMHNPs and FNPs deliver evidence-based treatment, with expert diagnostic tools like ADHD testing and gene testing.
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Never One-Size-Fits-All
Healing looks different for everyone. We help you rewrite your story on your own terms, one tear, one patch, one step at a time.
Psychiatry, Therapy, ADHD Testing, and More
One practice, five ways to get the support you need.
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Psychiatry
Comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management from licensed PMHNPs who treat you like a whole person, not a chart.
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Therapy
Individual therapy grounded in CBT and DBT to help you build real skills for real life, in a steady, judgment-free space.
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Adolescent Psychiatry
Specialized psychiatric care for ages 12 and up, built for the ups and downs of adolescence for teens and the families supporting them.
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ADHD Testing
Creyos cognitive ADHD testing pairs objective data with a full clinical evaluation, in Sacramento or online, valid for diagnosis and treatment.
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Gene Testing
Pharmacogenomic testing that helps match you to the psychiatric medications most likely to work, cutting down on trial-and-error.
Next Steps To Get Started
From your first call to your ongoing plan, here's what to expect in Sacramento or online.
📞 Contact Us To Get Started
Reach out by phone at (844) 966-5349 or submit the contact form. Tell us a little about what's going on and our team will help you find the right fit.
📋 A Full Evaluation
Your provider builds a complete clinical picture history, symptoms, goals to reach a diagnosis and a plan you can actually act on.
🌱 Ongoing, Personalized Care
Regular follow-ups, medication management and/or therapy, adjusted as you grow. We're here between appointments, too.
Questions About Our Care
Quick answers to some of the most common questions patients ask about working with Bubblegum & Duct Tape Psychiatry.
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What conditions do you help with?
We care for individuals facing a wide range of mental health and wellness challenges, including:
• Depression (including postpartum depression)
• Bipolar disorder
• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Social anxiety disorder
• Schizophrenia
• Other mood and mental health concerns
All care is led by licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) and Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs), who will carefully evaluate your needs and create a personalized treatment plan that’s right for you. -
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, here are the insurance companies we currently accept:
• Oxford (Optum)
• United Healthcare (Optum)
• Oscar (Optum)
• Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
• Regence BlueShield of Washington
• Aetna
• Quest Behavioral Health
• Carelon Behavioral Health
• Cigna
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Virtual Network)
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How much does treatment cost?
Treatment costs vary depending on the type of service you’re interested in. Pricing details are listed on each individual service page, so you can review options based on the care that best fits your needs.
We believe in clear, upfront information no surprises. If you have questions about a specific service or want help choosing where to start, our team is happy to guide you. -
What if I’m already on medication?
That’s okay. Your provider will review your current medications during your intake appointment and work with you to make sure your treatment plan is right for you.
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Ready To Feel Like Yourself Again?
Come as you are. We'll be right here, eager to help in Sacramento or online.