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NEST Family Clinic

Elsternwick VIC 31852 services

In-person AHPRA verified

What families say

★ 4.5based on 231 Google reviews

Reviewers most consistently praise the GPs at Nest — particularly Dr Amanda Scott, Dr Briglia, Dr Claire Toohey, and Dr Alex Shannon — for being thorough, unhurried, and genuinely attentive, with multiple parents and long-term patients describing feeling heard and taken seriously across years of care. Reception staff are frequently mentioned positively across reviews, and one reviewer noted practical accessibility features including disabled parking and a ramp. On the negative side, two reviewers raised concerns about the psychiatry referral process — one reporting their referral was rejected without explanation, and another describing a last-minute cancellation due to an expired referral with very little time to resolve it — and one reviewer flagged that the clinic's artwork felt unrepresentative of diverse families, while another noted pricing is higher than comparable clinics.

About NEST Family Clinic

NEST Family Clinic is a medical practice dedicated to promoting physical and emotional wellbeing sensitively and compassionately with a particular focus on women's health, children's health and mental health. Located in Elsternwick, NEST is a multidisciplinary health service that helps new, expecting and prospective parents make a smooth transition to parenthood.

What NEST helps with

General Practice

Family doctors and general medical services.

Nursing & Immunisation

Practice nursing services and immunisation administration with experienced nurses.

Psychiatry

Medical assessment and management of mental health conditions by a registered psychiatrist or paediatrician. In addition to therapy, psychiatrists can diagnose complex conditions, prescribe medication and coordinate care with other specialists.

Psychology & Mental Health

Psychology and mental health services for families.

Paediatrics

Nutrition & Dietetics

Dietitian services including support for fussy eating in toddlers.

Lactation Services

Lactation support services.

Integrative Nutritionist & Health Coach

Integrative nutrition and health coaching services.

Physiotherapy

Treatment that uses movement, exercise and hands-on techniques to improve physical function, strength and mobility. For children, physiotherapy often targets gross motor development, balance and coordination; for adults it addresses pain, injury recovery and long-term conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Is NEST Family Clinic a registered NDIS provider?

NEST Family Clinic is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.

What services does NEST Family Clinic provide?

NEST Family Clinic provides Psychology and Behavioural Support.

Which areas does NEST Family Clinic cover?

NEST Family Clinic is based in Elsternwick, VIC.

How do I connect with NEST Family Clinic?

You can call +61 3 9528 5882 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?

Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Care Plan and referral, which lets you claim a Medicare rebate for a set number of sessions per calendar year. The exact number and rebate are set by Medicare.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see a psychologist privately. A GP Mental Health Care Plan and referral are needed to claim Medicare rebates.

When should I consider a psychologist for my child?

If worries, mood, or behaviour are affecting your child's daily life, friendships, or learning, an assessment can help clarify what support would suit.

Is psychology covered by the NDIS?

It can be, where psychological support relates to a participant's disability and plan goals.