Dr. Susan Cucchiara, Naturopathic Doctor NYC

Dr. Susan Cucchiara, Naturopathic Doctor NYC Dr. Susan Cucchiara is a Naturopathic Doctor whom is trained as a primary care physician and is an e

05/14/2026

CORTISOL TESTING - your stress hormone ‼️

Data helps us help you 🧪

While naturopathic doctors can still assist most patients without extra testing, in our experience, testing helps US help YOU as we can uncover abnormalities and imbalances quicker to get you better sooner!

Total cortisol in blood 🩸 is one puzzle piece 🧩

I showed you the difference between a patient who had 1 total cortisol done via blood and then another patient who had her sleep wake cycle AKA circadian rhythm mapped out over the entire day to see how high or low cortisol was at each part of the day.

It helps to know where you are high and low because we can easily implement some stress reducing techniques or uncover patterns.

For example…

🤔 Does my cortisol spike each morning having to go to a job I hate?

🧐 Does my cortisol spike I get off of work and have to go on the train or drive home in rush hour?

🤨 Does my cortisol spike at night affecting my sleep and having racing thoughts? And is cortisol low in morning where I feel like I can’t get out of bed?

❗️ Knowing if you are high all day, high only certain times of the day and or low all day helps your Naturopathic doctor know exactly what to recommend, from lifestyle modifications including what exercise works for you, to what herbs or vitamins you may need and when.

My team of naturopathic doctors and (who will be seeing patients in NYC in June!) can help figure out what it is your body is asking for.

DM us for a 10 minute complimentary consult to see how we can help you feel like yourself again.

Www.naturallysue.com

05/01/2026

You don’t have to be upstate New York to get Lyme disease.

However, we know that dogs carry lots of ticks and we know that certain areas are more heavily infested by ticks than others.

After you get bit, you can have varying symptoms the next few weeks. Some people experience headaches, migraines, nausea, gastrointestinal upset, musculoskeletal, pain, neck, pain, fatigue, and more.

Some people describe it like they have the “flu”.

AND YOU DONT HAVE TO HAVE A RASH ‼️

The Lyme disease tests can be more accurate if you recently got bit by a tick vs you having chronic Lyme and bit by a tick many years ago.

Could this be something other than Lyme disease? Possibly. But it is absolutely essential to rule out Lyme in this case.

Most of the tests that conventional doctors are doing miss Lyme disease, and sometimes even with thorough Lyme testing, they can yield false negatives.

This is why it is imperative to look at the clinical picture and even if a lyme disease test comes out negative, a diligent doctor will treat as if especially if our diseases have been ruled out.

If you suspect you have chronic Lyme disease, or have been acutely bit, don’t hesitate to reach out to our practice to get the help you need. Our doctors are Lyme literate! Www.naturallysue.com

Would you like me to share what we find out with this patient?

04/02/2026

Meet Dr. Jess 🌼🌼

Please join me in welcoming her to the NSW team 🤍

I did not take bringing another doctor into my practice lightly… which is why I’m so excited to introduce Dr. Jessica Tapper, ND to Naturally Sue Wellness 🤍

When I was looking for the right doctor to join my team, I wanted someone who was not only highly qualified, but deeply aligned with the way we approach healing here.
Dr. Jess is that person 💫

She supports patients navigating chronic stress, hormone and digestive concerns, skin issues, fertility challenges, nervous system dysregulation, and complex chronic illness through a true mind-body-spirit approach.

To celebrate her launch, we’re also introducing a new 3-Month Transformation Package with Dr. Jess for those looking for deeper, more personalized support.

This package includes:
✨ 90-minute initial visit
✨ 2 follow-up visits (1 per month)
✨ 2 monthly 60-minute distance energy healing sessions
✨ Personalized naturopathic health plan
✨ Constitutional homeopathic recommendation
✨ 10% off Fullscript supplements
✨ Unlimited messaging support between sessions
✨ Functional labs, if indicated, at additional cost

‼️If you’ve been looking for a more supported, intuitive, and transformative healing experience, this is for you!

You can also pay a la carte for naturopathic visits and reiki sessions as well if that works better for you! We accept HSA/FSA.

DM us for a free 15 min consult to see if you are a good fit!

You can also DM us your email and we’ll add you to our mailing list to stay posted on all our offers and educational content.

See you soon! 😌

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03/31/2026

Test don’t guess! Guessing is EXPENSIVE. Time is 💰

I can’t tell you how many patients come to my practice convinced they have parasites, candida, or SIBO because social media told them so.

Sometimes that is the issue. Many times, it isn’t.

Buying random supplements for problems you think you have can get costly FAST… especially when they’re not what your body actually needs.

Many new patients report to me that have 384738734 supplements at home they purchased already and have no idea what they are for or how to take them.

Add this up over time and it’s more expensive than actually finding out what’s wrong and fixing it.

I’d rather get data, look at the whole picture, and create a plan based on your results!

Looking at this patients GI map- I know exactly what to do to help her. It helps me HELP you!

Guessing=PRICEY. Clarity=EFFICIENT.

FSA/HSA cover specialty testing and naturopathic telehealth.

Reach out if you’re looking for a virtual analysis and at home microbiome testing by

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02/13/2026

Is your constipation making you feel “crazy”? 😵‍💫💩

‼️If you’re not going regularly, your body can’t clear waste efficiently — including estrogen metabolites your liver already packaged up to eliminate.

When stool sits too long, some of those compounds can get reprocessed in the gut and recirculate… and that can amplify:

😫PMS mood swings
😩Irritability
😡 Rage
🫠 “I feel OFF.”

On a GI-MAP, we can look at beta-glucuronidase (a gut bacterial enzyme).

If it’s high, it can be a clue your gut may be reactivating estrogen metabolites instead of clearing them out—especially with slow transit.

🎯 Goal: 1–2 easy, complete BMs/day

DM “GI MAP” for the comprehensive stool panel (virtual practice—anywhere).

Dr. Sue | www.naturallysue.com

02/07/2026

In my opinion, there’s nothing like good old plain filtered water to truly hydrate. 💦

Coffee and tea contain fluid, yes — but I personally don’t count stimulants as my hydration baseline.

General guideline I go by:
“Hydration first. Stimulants second”

If you want to heal from burnout, hydration is an absolute must.

How much water are you drinking every day?

You can comment GUIDE for my 12 steps to health success, including hydration!

Dr. Sue
www.naturallysue.com

02/04/2026

I never thought I’d be on camera in a cute black puffer + shades talking about 💩… but here we are. 😂

This is naturopathic doctor life—having this conversation with patients all day 💁🏻‍♀️

If you’re constipated or bloated, your colon often needs motility support.

That movement happens through peristalsis (the wave-like contractions that move things through), and one of the simplest ways to cue it is… movement.

Want my FREE guide “12 Steps to Health Success”? Comment ‘GUIDE’

XO,
Dr. Sue .susanc
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02/01/2026

I couldn’t be more real with you guys right now.

Recorded this after I binged two hours of content that I don’t think I will ever be able to forget.

For all of you who have been following me, I always mention trauma healing, and alluded to the fact that I’ve been a survivor of childhood abuse. But I don’t think I’ve ever come out and said it was sexual abuse.

My heart is literally pounding writing this.
That’s how I know I have to press send.

When you’ve been through something so horrific, reading these files about what has been done to children is bone chilling.

All I can hope and pray to God is that these disgusting acts against children finally come to an end. I know this is happening to adult victims as well 😢

If you’re a survivor of sexual abuse, especially as a child, I do think it’s best to only give yourself small portions of exposure or do not look at it at all, depending on where you are and your healing journey.

I’d love for any of you who can relate to share with me below. Or even send me a DM 🙏

01/30/2026

Your permanent retainer might be doing more than keeping your teeth straight… 👀🦷😳

In this clip from the Modern Day Naturopath Podcast, breaks down how a fixed retainer may subtly impact your whole system.

We also zoom out into Postural Restoration and why alignment isn’t just “stand up straight”—it’s nervous system + airway + vision + cranial/jaw mechanics working together.

👉 Follow .susanc + for more root-cause, whole-body healing convos.

Comment “POD” and we’ll DM you the link! 💬🔗

10/16/2025

😇 When you are struggling, remember…we are never alone and speaks on our angels, spirit guides and deceased relatives around routing for us. We need this message now more than ever 💫

🎧 Tune into .susanc “The Modern Day Naturopath Podcast” to hear more to help motivate and inspire you.

💕From soul contracts, to dark night of the soul, to being creative and flexible in your life… this episode is packed with inspiring content.

‼️ Comment PODCAST to get sent the link!

😘
Dr. Sue + Kim
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Www.kimthehappymedium.com

10/13/2025

Stanley vs. Acidophilus 💪😂

Monday funny for you guys! This is a snippet of what goes on in my house 😆 Hope you got a laugh. BTW- the bottle was there the entire time 🙄

🤔 Why Acidophilus? 🧐 First off, acidophilus is a specific strain of Lactobacillus, a type of bacteria commonly used as a probiotic to promote good bacteria in the body.

👌Naturopaths don’t guess — we tailor your probiotic to your gut type (ie. SIBO, mold illness, histamine intolerant or MCAS, post-antibiotic, etc).

‼️ We did the GI MAP stool test by results to see exactly what he was low in.

Need help picking the right one? ☝️

Book a free consult to see if we are the right fit 💚
Dr. Sue
www.naturallysue.com

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