Fertility, IVF & Women’s Health Acupuncture in Melbourne
For over 22 years we’ve supported women and couples through complex health from preconception, fertility, pregnancy and beyond.
We know health and fertility can be emotional and often challenging. That’s why we created a calm, welcoming space for you to feel heard and truly supported – at every stage of women’s health.
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine for:
IVF
Fertility
Pregnancy
Menopause
Pain
Women’s Health

Years of Experience
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Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine for Women’s Health:

IVF
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine tailored to your individual IVF plan and provided alongside your fertility specialist.

Fertility
Supporting women and couples planning a pregnancy or seeking support for fertility concerns.

Pregnancy
Acupuncture for first trimester support through to preparation for birth.

Menopause
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine to support women navigating perimenopause, menopause and changing hormonal health.

Pain
Acupuncture focusing on promoting relaxation, encouraging circulation to support your body’s natural healing.

Women’s Health
Support for PCOS, endometriosis and a wide range of women’s health concerns.
Over 22 Years Supporting Women's Health & Fertility
With over 22 years of clinical expertise, Elsternwick Acupuncture has been a trusted and respected clinic for women seeking support with fertility, hormones and complex health concerns.
Our Practitioners bring extensive knowledge in Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine and Integrative Women’s Health supporting women and couples through preconception, IVF, pregnancy and menopause – particularly when symptoms feel complex or answers are unclear.
We know that no two women or couples have the same story. That’s why we take the time to understand the full picture of your health, offering support that helps you feel confident, informed and deeply cared for at every stage.
Meet Our Expert Practitioners
Dr Emma Vanheems
Dr Emma Vanheems is the Founder and Principal of Elsternwick Acupuncture. She is a Registered Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Nutritional & Functional Medicine Practitioner & Fertility Coach.
Dr Catherine Farchione
Dr Catherine Farchione is our Senior Integrative Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Nutritionist, and Fertility Coach.
Dr Louise Osborn
Louise is a compassionate Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Practitioner with a special interest in women’s health, supporting patients through all life stages – from menstruation to menopause.
Dr Sarah Hennessey
An experienced Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Dr Sarah Hennessey has spent over a decade supporting women’s health, fertility, sleep, and stress-related conditions.
Dr Nathan Burns
Nathan Burns is an AHPRA-registered acupuncturist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) from Victoria University of Technology and practices using a holistic Traditional Chinese Medicine approach.
Melbourne’s leading Integrative Women's Health Clinic
At Elsternwick Acupuncture, our mission is to provide women and couples with an exceptional standard of Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine and integrative women’s health care grounded in over 22 years of clinical experience.
Having supported thousands of women through fertility, IVF, hormonal health, pregnancy and complex health concerns, we understand that no two journeys are the same.
We believe women deserve care that feels experienced, considered and genuinely supportive at every stage of health.
22+ Years of Clinical Experience


Supporting Women Through Every Stage of Life

