Hey there — I’m Shina, the owner of Bubblegum and Duct Tape Wellness and I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I’m so glad you found your way here!
At Bubblegum and Duct Tape Wellness, we get it — life doesn’t always go according to plan. Sometimes it feels like everything is held together with scraps of energy and a whole lot of hope. And honestly? That’s enough. Healing doesn’t have to be perfect — it just has to be real.
I work with teens and adults navigating a wide range of challenges: bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and postpartum depression. My approach is rooted in empathy, real talk, and care that’s personalized to your story — not just your symptoms.
Let's Talk About What You're Feeling
Bipolar disorder can feel like being tugged between two different worlds — one full of big ideas and too much energy, the other filled with silence and heaviness. It’s exhausting. I’m here to help you find steadier ground without losing the parts of you that shine.
ADHD is like having a brain that’s constantly in motion — too many tabs open, endless distractions, and the pressure to “get it together” when your brain just doesn’t work like everyone else’s. Here, we celebrate different brains — and we find ways to work *with* them, not against them.
Depression can feel like the color has drained out of the world. Everything’s heavier — your body, your thoughts, your heart. Even joy feels out of reach. But I promise, it’s not gone for good.
Anxiety is like carrying a backpack full of bricks no one else can see. The racing thoughts, the tight chest, the “what ifs” that won’t let up — I’m here to help you breathe a little easier.
PTSD means living with the echoes of something painful. Flashbacks, fear, emotional numbness — it’s not “all in your head,” and you don’t have to keep it to yourself anymore.
Postpartum depression can feel like the biggest heartbreak in the middle of what was “supposed to” be the happiest time. Maybe you feel numb when you thought you’d feel joy. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, disconnected, guilty, or like you’re barely hanging on. You love your baby, but you feel lost in your own body and mind. Please know — this isn’t your fault, and you’re not alone. We can help you find yourself again, piece by piece.
How We'll Work Together
My approach is simple: real conversations, real solutions, and real care. Whether we’re managing medication, building healthy coping tools, or just making space for whatever you're carrying, I’m here to help you feel safe, supported, and empowered.
We’ll go at your pace, with your voice leading the way. I’ll meet you where you are — not where the world thinks you “should” be.
The Bubblegum and Duct Tape Way
Healing isn’t linear. Some days it’s strong and steady. Other days it’s “I showed up, and that’s enough.” At Bubblegum and Duct Tape Wellness, we’re not about perfect fixes — we’re about resilient, real repair.
- Come as you are.
- We mend minds -one step one year one patch at a time
- And yes, we’ll laugh when we can — because humor heals, too.
You Dont Have to Do This Alone
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, worn out, or just unsure where to start — I’m here, with compassion, curiosity, and a toolkit full of creative ways to help you feel whole again.
When you're ready, reach out. Let’s take the first step — together.
conditions Shina Can Treat
Schizophrenia
Mental Health Care