For millions of people seeking care for pain, stress, or chronic fatigue, the path to recovery is often filled with confusion. They know they need help, but they don’t know where to start. Should they see a physiotherapist, a chiropractor, or perhaps try acupuncture? At the same time, skilled holistic therapists often find it difficult to reach the people who need them most. Despite their expertise, they are held back by low visibility, outdated admin tools, and rising operational costs.
Therafyx, a rising UK-based healthtech startup, is tackling both sides of this disconnect. Founded by Akash, it is an AI-powered platform that guides clients to the right holistic therapy in minutes and equips therapists with the tools to grow their practice, Therafyx is building a new model for personalised, preventative healthcare.
A Founder’s Story Rooted in Real-World Experience
Akash Sharma, the founder and CEO of Therafyx, has been immersed in holistic healthcare for more than three years. From setting up his own mobile business in sports massage to cupping therapy to chiropractic practice, he saw firsthand the challenges that both clients and practitioners face.
Many clients would arrive unsure of which type of therapy would suit their symptoms. Others were overwhelmed by NHS waitlists or found private care confusing and expensive. Meanwhile, talented therapists were underbooked, struggling to market themselves or manage bookings effectively.
Seeing this consistent pattern, Akash decided to act. He envisioned a platform that didn’t just list therapists but actively guided people based on their health needs and supported therapists with powerful tools to streamline their businesses.
Therafyx was created to meet that vision.
“I built Therafyx because I saw how difficult it was for people to find the right therapy and for great therapists to be found. We’re using AI to make holistic care accessible, personalised, and stress-free. “
Akash Sharma, Founder & CEO of Therafyx
The Problem: Two Sides of a Frustrating Experience
On the public side, NHS services are overwhelmed with over 7 million people waiting, particularly in areas like musculoskeletal pain and chronic fatigue. Patients face 14+ week waitlists, often turning to private care out of necessity. But in the private sector, they encounter a different challenge: how to know what type of therapy is appropriate and how to find a trusted practitioner.
Holistic therapists, many of whom operate independently, face their own hurdles. Low visibility, inconsistent bookings, and administrative burdens make it difficult to scale a practice. Few have the time or resources to invest in digital marketing or back-end systems.
This leads to a costly mismatch between care seekers and care providers worsening health outcomes and limiting access to valuable therapeutic services.
Therafyx’s Solution: AI-Powered Matching for Better Healthcare
Therafyx bridges this gap through an intuitive digital platform that matches clients with the right therapy and the right therapist, in just a few minutes. At the core of this experience is an AI-driven symptom-matching engine that asks users to pinpoint their pain and answer a guided series of questions.
Based on their responses, the system suggests the most suitable therapy options such as physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, or acupuncture and connects them to verified, local professionals who offer that service.
For therapists, Therafyx provides a robust suite of tools to streamline bookings, handle admin, and improve visibility. The result is a smarter, more efficient, and more equitable approach to holistic care.
A Key Milestone: Validating the AI-Powered Prototype
One of Therafyx’s most important breakthroughs has been the development and early testing of its AI-powered symptom-matching tool. The feedback from both clients and practitioners has been overwhelmingly positive.
Clients reported feeling more confident and less overwhelmed when selecting care. They appreciated the clarity and speed of the platform finally able to move from “I don’t know what’s wrong” to “Here’s a therapist I can trust” in a matter of minutes.
Therapists, too, welcomed the efficiency. Early partners praised the system for helping them attract more relevant clients and reduce admin overhead.
Beyond the core technology, Therafyx has also piloted workplace wellness events, partnered with trusted practitioners, and begun building a community of professionals aligned with its mission.
Core Products Driving the Platform’s Impact
Therafyx offers several tools designed to improve the care journey for both sides of the marketplace.
1. AI Symptom Matcher
This is the foundation of the Therafyx platform. Clients pinpoint their pain on a 3D body diagram and complete a step-by-step intake form detailing their symptoms, goals, and preferences. The system then recommends a therapy and matches the user with an appropriate practitioner nearby.
2. Booking and Admin Tools for Therapists
Therafyx simplifies the operational side of practice management. Therapists can accept bookings, manage availability, and automate administrative workflows, reducing time spent on repetitive tasks.
3. Visibility and Marketing Support
With built-in promotion features, therapists gain exposure to a wider client base. Rather than competing in saturated directories, they are recommended based on relevance and need.
Long-Term Vision: A Global Hub for Holistic Health
Therafyx is building a movement. The company’s long-term goal is to become the go-to destination for holistic healthcare globally.
Akash envisions a future where therapies like chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, and physiotherapy are not seen as alternative but as essential parts of everyday health maintenance.
The platform will serve both individuals and organisations, integrating with corporate wellness initiatives and insurance providers. It will also offer therapists access to business tools, peer communities, continuous learning resources and more.
This full-service ecosystem will empower practitioners while making personalised care more widely accessible.
Investor Readiness
Therafyx is already showing strong signs of traction and is positioned for high-impact growth.
The company has built a minimum viable product (MVP), validated demand through early user testing, and establishing strategic partnerships. The AI engine is live and functioning. Therapists are onboard. The use case is clear.
Therafyx addresses a growing market. The global alternative therapy industry is expanding at 25% annually. In the UK, NHS pressures are pushing more people toward private care. These macro trends make the platform’s dual-value proposition even more compelling.
Therafyx also offers diversified revenue opportunities, including:
- Corporate wellness and insurance partnerships
- Tiered therapist subscriptions
- Booking and referral commissions
- Clinic software packages
The team has also invested in compliance and legal readiness, ensuring the platform is scalable and trustworthy from day one.
A Founder’s Commitment to Change
“I built Therafyx because I saw how difficult it was for people to find the right therapy and for great therapists to be found,” says Akash. “We’re using AI to make holistic care accessible, personalised, and stress-free.”
With a strong founding team, a validated product, and a clear roadmap for growth, Therafyx is ready to lead the next generation of healthtech startups—delivering value not only to users and therapists, but to the broader healthcare system as a whole.
To learn more or get involved, visit www.therafyx.com.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therafyx/
Connect with Akash Sharma (Founder & CEO) – akashsharma@outlook.com