Meet the team
Chris Johnson
DO, MSc (Paediatric Osteopathy)
Practice Principal
Chris is the Practice Principal. He originally trained as a nurse, but injured his back lifting a patient, and was so inspired by the osteopathic treatment he received at the time, that he trained as an osteopath himself.
He qualified in 1990, and after working in various locations (including three years in New Zealand), set up The Osteopathic Practice in 2006.
Alongside his work with adults, Chris has a particular interest in osteopathy for babies and children and is a graduate of the world renowned Osteopathic Centre for Children (MSc in Paediatric Osteopathy, 2007), where he worked for several years.
He loves making a difference for families, and often treats several generations of the same family, a privilege he particularly enjoys.
Away from the Practice, Chris is most likely to be found enjoying adventures with his wife Naomi and their three teenage children. He loves being in nature, running, playing guitar and an occasional wild swim!
Pooja Guria
M.Ost, BSc (Hons)
Senior Osteopath
Pooja is passionate about helping people feel better in their bodies and get back to doing the things they love.
Whether it’s something that’s been building over time, a more recent injury, or support through a period of change in your life, she takes an approach that looks at the whole person – not just the symptoms.
She works with adults of all ages and particularly enjoys helping people make sense of ongoing pain, stiffness, or tension, especially when it’s starting to impact everyday life. Her sessions combine clear, hands-on treatment with simple, personalised advice, movement support, and a healthy dose of encouragement.
Alongside her general practice, Pooja has a special interest in persistent pain, as well as women’s health, including pregnancy and postnatal care. She is a Mummy MOT® practitioner, trained in cognitive functional therapy for chronic pain, and is currently expanding her skills in pregnancy and postpartum athletic coaching.
Patients often appreciate her direct, practical approach and the clarity she brings to what’s going on in their body.
Away from the Practice, Pooja enjoys hiking, dancing, practising yoga, and planning her next foodie adventure.
Pooja also speaks Hindi.
Yuhan Ma
M.Ost, BSc (Hons), Diploma in Paediatric Osteopathy (DPO)
Senior Osteopath
Yuhan brings a calm, gentle presence to her work, with an approach that is subtle, precise, and deeply attuned to how the body is holding tension.
She enjoys working with people of all ages and takes a whole-person approach to care, combining hands-on treatment with an awareness of how physical, emotional, and life factors can influence how the body feels and responds. Her background in psychology alongside osteopathy gives her a particular interest in the connection between mind and body, especially when it comes to longer-standing patterns of tension or discomfort.
Yuhan’s work often suits people who feel overwhelmed, stressed, or aware that their body hasn’t responded well to firmer approaches. Rather than pushing through, she works with the body to help it settle, release, and rebalance in its own time. Patients often describe feeling calmer, lighter, and more at ease after sessions with her.
Alongside her work with adults, Yuhan has undertaken specialist postgraduate training in paediatric osteopathy at the Osteopathic Centre for Children, widely regarded as the gold standard in the field. She continues to travel to London regularly to work at the Centre, further developing her experience with babies, children, and families.
Away from the Practice, Yuhan enjoys quieter moments that reflect her approach to work –
spending time in nature, exploring new places, and continuing to deepen her understanding of health and wellbeing.
Yuhan also speaks Mandarin and French.
All our osteopaths are fully registered with the General Osteopathic Council
Jude Eller
Practice Management Team
Jude is likely to be one of the first people to meet you when you visit the Practice. As part of the Practice Management Team, she not only welcomes patients and visitors, but also does amazing work behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly.
She is a huge advocate of osteopathy – first coming to Chris as a patient over twenty years ago, and going on to become Practice Manager for the last eighteen. She’s passionate about making sure that you are thoroughly looked after and have the best possible experience from your very first contact with the Practice.
Jude is known for her calm, organised approach and her genuine care for the people who come through the door. Whether she’s helping with bookings, answering questions, or simply offering a reassuring presence, her focus is always on making things feel easy and well supported.
Away from the Practice, Jude can often be found creating mouth-watering dishes to share with family and friends. She also loves her garden, and her passion for nature and photography regularly takes her to the countryside and the coast for long walks with her partner of over 30 years, Paul.
Rachel de Jong
Practice Management Team
Rachel is one of the friendly faces who will welcome you when you visit the Practice, helping to make sure everything runs smoothly from the moment you arrive.
Working as part of the Practice Management Team alongside Jude, she plays an important role both at the front desk and behind the scenes, supporting the day-to-day organisation that keeps the Practice running calmly and efficiently.
She loves meeting new people, having a chat, and helping to make every visit feel warm, welcoming, and relaxed.
At home, there’s never a dull moment with four children, two dogs, two cats, two tortoises, three hamsters and a very patient husband! She spends much of her time taking her teenagers to sports training and competitions, and being part of her church community.
Whenever she gets the chance to slow down, you’ll usually find her out in the Peaks with their dogs, Womble and Harvey, recharging in the fresh air.
