
Presence over Protocol: Neo-Emotional Release & Integrative Care with Dr. Marisa Catapano (Episode 70)
About this episode
What if the biggest multiplier for your health isn’t another supplement—but presence? In this conversation, Carrie sits down with Dr. Marisa Catapano, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND), Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology (FABNO) and certified Neo Emotional Release Practitioner specializing in holistic healing, emotional wellbeing and integrative cancer care to explore how somatic work helps the body complete “stuck” emotional loops and why that matters for everything from thyroid and gut issues to integrative cancer care.
You’ll hear:
- What Neo-Emotional Release is (a somatic, integrative approach drawing from parts work, breathwork, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and more)
- How “emotions as energy in motion” get interrupted and where that shows up in the body
- Why presence often needs to come before (or alongside) protocols, labs, and biohacks
- Gentle, everyday practices to build presence into what you’re already doing (no extra time required)
- A compassionate look at oncology: safety, timing, and real stories of hope and reconnection
- The difference between chasing symptoms and listening for what the body is trying to solve
If you’ve “done all the things” and still don’t feel well ~ or if you sense there’s a deeper root you haven’t touched ~ this episode will meet you with curiosity, clarity, and practical next steps.
Connect with Marisa
Website: https://www.marisacatapanond.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.marisa.catapano/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-catapano/
About Marisa
Dr. Marisa Catapano, ND, is a naturopathic doctor specializing in integrative support for oncology patients and individuals navigating complex gut, digestive, and treatment-related symptoms. With a background in working closely alongside oncology teams, she combines evidence-based natural medicine with deep compassion—addressing both the physical and emotional layers of healing. Marisa is dedicated to meeting patients exactly where they are and empowering them with personalized tools, gentle guidance, and whole-person care.
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See you next time!
Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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