Dr. Mari, ND

Marilia Cabán, ND, is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor based in San Diego, California. Known to most patients and colleagues simply as Dr. Mari, she is devoted to guiding patients toward holistic healing by blending ancestral indigenous wisdom with evidence-based medical science. She holds a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from Bastyr University in San Diego and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez. Throughout her clinical training, Dr. Mari developed expertise in naturopathic primary care, physical medicine, hydrotherapy, aesthetics, IV therapy, botanical medicine, homeopathy, somatics, mind-body therapeutics and biofeedback. Her work integrates advanced diagnostic tools, comprehensive laboratory assessments, physical therapeutics, and vitalistic interventions to address the root causes of illness while nurturing whole-person resilience with both scientific
precision and holistic vision.

Dr. Mari holds certifications in IV Therapy Administration, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Aesthetics and Injections, Craniosacral Therapy, Reiki, and Biofeedback. She continues to broaden her healing toolkit with ongoing training in Breathwork and Sound Bath Therapy. Fluent in Spanish and English, she also has experience as a medical translator, expanding access to integrative care for diverse communities. Rooted in her reverence for the healing power of nature, Dr. Mari holds a special appreciation for the wisdom of plants having witnessed firsthand, the profound capacity of plant medicine to awaken and restore the vital force. She honors botanical medicine not merely as a tool for physical healing, but as a bridge to deeper consciousness, and emotional resilience. Her philosophy is rooted in a deep remembrance of how humans once lived, fully attuned to the
rhythms of the earth. When life moved in harmony with the seasons and the rising and setting of the sun, as people gathered in community, living closely with the land. When movement was a natural expression of daily life, and the offerings of the world around them served as powerful allies for nourishment, healing, and ceremony. She weaves mind-body techniques that include meditation, guided visualization, grounding, yoga, intuitive living and forest bathing into her personalized care plans. She also works intentionally to empower patients to strengthen their qi, the body’s vital life force, by reducing environmental toxicity and clearing stagnation. At the heart of her practice, Dr. Mari is devoted to creating spaces of healing, warmth, and intention. She views each therapeutic relationship as a sacred collaboration, centered on presence, mindfulness, and genuine connection. Patients are welcomed not just as cases to solve, but as whole beings on a journey; together, they co-create sustainable paths to vibrant, empowered health.

Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Mari contributed to the advancement of naturopathic medicine during her time as a student. As an Outreach Coordinator for Bastyr University’s admissions team, she conducted orientations and outreach efforts to prospective students, helping to increase visibility and understanding of naturopathic principles and holistic careers. She also engaged in academic research, contributing to biodiversity conservation efforts in Puerto Rico during her undergraduate studies at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez, a formative experience that deepened her respect for ecological balance and the interconnectedness of all life. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Mari served as a Professional Teaching Assistant at Bastyr University, facilitating student learning in Pharmacology, Clinical Diagnostic Labs, Homeopathy, Hydrotherapy, IV Therapy, Diet and Nutrition, Physical Diagnostics, and Clinical Skills Labs. She is passionate about mentorship, education, and fostering a future generation of conscious healers. In addition to her passion for healing, Dr. Mari embraces movement and mindfulness through her personal practice of yoga, embodying the principles of balance, flow, and centeredness she encourages in her own patients. Outside of her practice, Dr. Mari finds joy in salsa, bachata, merengue and bomba dancing, embracing movement as a celebration of rhythm, vitality, and connection. Looking ahead, Dr. Mari envisions building lasting, meaningful relationships with her patients in a setting that honors true holistic healing. She aspires to grow within Kyra Kare Health and Wellness, a stable, heart-centered practice where authenticity and compassion are at the core. Personally, she dreams of cultivating a life nurturing both her professional calling and a future family, creating a homestead of well-being where healing, connection, and conscious living flourish side by side. Through her work, Dr. Mari remains steadfast in her commitment to honoring ancient wisdom, empowering modern healing, and helping every patient awaken their fullest potential for vibrant, sustainable health.