Meet the Team | YK Wellness

Massage Therapy

Our massage therapists

Trained across multiple modalities and dedicated to delivering bespoke treatments that get real results.

Yury Kanavalau

Advanced & Clinical Massage Therapist

Trained at the London School of Massage and Cotswold Academy, Yury is the founder of YK Wellness and the practitioner behind its reputation. His clinical knowledge, adaptability, and ability to make even deep therapeutic work feel comfortable have earned him an outstanding reputation across West London.

Deep Tissue Swedish Myofascial Cupping Trigger Point Myofascial Release Body Correction

Available: Tue 8am–8pm · Wed 4–8pm · Thu 8am–8pm · Fri 8am–8pm · Sat 9am–6:15pm

Joe Pangilinan

Sports Therapist & Massage Therapist

Currently studying to become a qualified Osteopath, Joe brings strong anatomical knowledge and a passion for evidence-based practice to every session. His ongoing studies inform his approach, enabling him to create highly effective, tailored treatments that combine sports therapy expertise with therapeutic massage.

Swedish Massage Deep Tissue Sports & Remedial Myofascial Release

Available: Wed 9am–4pm · Sat 9am–6:15pm

Giuseppe Giarratana

Sports Therapist & Advanced Massage

With a Level 5 in Sports Massage, multiple CPD certifications, and a Level 3 Personal Training qualification, Giuseppe brings an exceptional breadth of knowledge to his work. His experience across sports therapy, massage, and movement gives him a comprehensive, performance-focused perspective on client care.

Sports Massage Deep Tissue Dry Needling Cupping Gua Sha Osteopathic Techniques

Available: Saturday 9am–6:15pm

Osteopathy

Our osteopaths

All fully registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) and committed to evidence-based, holistic care.

Wen Tai Li

Osteopath & Naturopath

MOst, DO, ND. GOsC Reg 11879. A Tibetan Yoga Instructor and Lecture Assistant at the British College of Osteopathic Medicine, Wen Tai brings a deeply considered, whole-person approach to osteopathic care. He specialises in restoring nervous system balance and managing pain through both classical osteopathy and evidence-based methods. Consultations available in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Classical Osteopathy Breathwork Nervous System Pain Management

Available: Thursday 9am–8pm · Sunday 9am–6pm

Alfie Munding

Osteopath

M.Ost. GOsC 11188. Trained in both structural and cranial osteopathy, Alfie is a Tai Chi practitioner and volunteer at UCLH. He is committed to helping patients restore balance, relieve pain, and regain vitality through holistic, hands-on care. He has particular expertise in pregnancy-related musculoskeletal concerns and chronic pain management.

Chronic Pain Sports Injuries Pregnancy Cranial Osteopathy Structural Osteopathy

Available: Tuesday 9am–8pm · Friday 9am–8pm

Paula Dos Santos

Osteopath

A skilled and patient-centred osteopath, Paula delivers thorough, holistic assessments and hands-on treatment tailored to each individual. Her calm, methodical approach helps clients feel at ease while receiving effective, evidence-informed care.

Structural Osteopathy Holistic Assessment

Available: Wednesday 9:30am–2:30pm

Our Approach

What every YK Wellness practitioner believes

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Treat the person, not the symptom

Every body is different. We take the time to understand you — your history, your lifestyle, your goals — before we decide on an approach.

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Evidence-based practice

Our practitioners stay current with research and CPD. The techniques we use are selected because they work — not because they're fashionable.

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Genuine care

We're not a conveyor belt. Our team genuinely invests in each client's wellbeing — before, during, and after each session.

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Committed to results

We're honest about what treatment can achieve and set realistic expectations. Our goal is always measurable improvement in how you feel and move.

Meet Our Team