Keystone Therapy

19/11/2025

Struggling with PTSD or related conditions? If you hold a DVA card, Keystone Therapy is here to support you with FREE psychotherapy sessions designed specifically for veterans and their families. Our highly-trained team specialises in brain-based, evidence-informed therapy that nurtures both mind and body.

Take a step towards healing: call us on 0466 095 490 to book. Sessions available in-person or via telehealth, tailored to suit your needs and lived experience.

You deserve understanding, expert care, and renewed hope. Don’t let invisible wounds keep you chained: let’s work together to unlock your potential.

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19/11/2025

Ever felt like traditional therapy just isn’t quite getting you where you want to be? Here’s the missing piece: what you do outside the therapy room is just as important as what happens inside it.

Lifestyle medicine connects your daily habits: like what you eat, how you move, the way you sleep and manage stress: to your mental well-being. It’s not about perfection or overhauls; it’s about small, meaningful tweaks that rewire your brain and boost your mood long-term.

Backed by neuroscience, things like a morning walk, mindful breathing, or adding more colour to your meals can unlock levels of calm and clarity you might not have imagined.

Ready to explore how daily choices can power up your therapy and create real change? Let’s connect!

18/11/2025

Groundbreaking brain-imaging studies suggest that depression may be far more complex than the old idea of a simple “chemical imbalance.” Instead, researchers are finding that depression is linked to disruptions across major brain networks—changes in connectivity, signaling, and communication between regions involved in emotion, motivation, and stress response. This challenges long-held assumptions and expands our understanding of how the condition develops.

Using advanced imaging tools, scientists mapped neural activity in people experiencing depressive symptoms. The findings highlight irregular patterns in the brain’s circuitry, showing that depression involves shifts in network regulation rather than just low levels of neurotransmitters like serotonin or dopamine. These insights point toward a broader mix of influences, including biology, environment, lifestyle, and psychological processes.

Experts say this evolving view could open the door to more personalized and effective treatments. Future approaches may include targeted brain-stimulation therapies, improved psychotherapies, and lifestyle-based interventions designed to support healthier brain network function. By reframing depression as a network-level condition, this research encourages more compassionate understanding and offers new hope for those facing ongoing mental health challenges.

Source/Credit: Based on emerging neuroscience research examining brain connectivity and mood-related network dynamics.

18/11/2025

Is it possible to manage stubborn anxiety and depression without relying just on medication? New research is proving that yes: it can be done! Neuroscience is spotlighting promising brain-based and lifestyle strategies: from targeted neuro-counselling and mindfulness to exercise routines and sleep hygiene, people are finding fresh pathways toward relief and resilience. At Keystone Therapy, we tap into these breakthroughs, fusing the best of holistic approaches with cutting-edge science for truly personalized care.

Every brain is unique: so your treatment should be too. If you’ve hit a wall with meds, there’s hope in alternative therapies that address the root, not just the symptoms. Ready to see what a brain-first strategy can do for you? Drop us a comment or DM to connect. Let’s unlock healthy change, together!

17/11/2025

A journey into the depths of your mind awaits with our specialized neurotherapy. Tailored sessions are designed to unlock cognitive potential and foster personal growth, leading to a more fulfilling life.

17/11/2025

Discover transformative strategies that elevate your mental well-being and unlock your true potential. Explore our unique online services today and take the first step towards a healthier mind at brain-mechanic.net.au.

16/11/2025

🧠 Stress, the Skull, and Mood: How Neutrophils Sneak Into the Brain’s Borders

This new study shows that chronic stress doesn’t just affect neurons. It mobilizes the immune system in an unexpected way. Under long stress, immune cells called neutrophils leave the skull’s bone marrow and migrate into the meninges. Once there, they reshape the immune environment around the brain. This change contributes to depressive behaviors in mice, offering a striking explanation for why inflammation and mood are so tightly intertwined.

The researchers exposed mice to ongoing social stress, a model that closely mimics real-life chronic adversity. They found:

1. Neutrophils increased dramatically in the meninges.
2. The neutrophils came from the skull’s own bone marrow.
3. Their presence matched depressive behaviors.

Even weeks after the stress ended, the meninges remained filled with these cells. This persistence mimics how human depression can linger even after stressful events resolve.

One of the most important findings is the mechanism. Chronic stress triggered an internal “alarm” in these neutrophils. This alarm was regulated by type I interferon signaling, a pathway usually activated during viral infections.

When the researchers blocked this alarm:

- Neutrophils in the meninges dropped
- Inflammation around the brain calmed
- The animals behaved less depressed

This is powerful evidence that the immune system isn’t just reacting to stress; it may be actively driving mood changes. Read more here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/when-stress-to-143568686

14/11/2025

The Hidden Assassin

New data on causes of death reveals more than 17,500 people died of dementia in 2024 nationwide, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

13/11/2025

Ready to boost your wellbeing with neuroscience-backed support? Brain-Mechanic in Perth WA uses expert cognitive methods to help you grow, build resilience and feel more in control. Discover how we can help you today: https://wix.to/C7SftHF 🔬💡🌿 Call us to get started!

12/11/2025

Did you know that many antidepressants can change the balance of bacteria in your gut? 🧠✨ Gut health isn’t just about digestion: it’s deeply linked to your mood and even how you respond to medications. Some people notice stomach upsets or unexpected side effects when starting antidepressants. That’s not just a coincidence: the gut-brain axis means your microbiome and mental health work hand-in-hand!

Want to support your gut while on antidepressants?

• Add fiber-rich foods (think bananas, oats, veggies)
• Enjoy probiotic-rich snacks like yogurt
• Stay hydrated (water is always your friend!)
• Move your body: a simple walk helps your gut

Remember, everyone’s gut is unique. If you’re having trouble, chat with your therapist or a health professional. At Keystone Therapy, we’re here to help you explore holistic, brain-based solutions for mental well-being. 💙

12/11/2025

Do antidepressants affect gut health? Experts review the evidence -

Three medical experts review the evidence around how antidepressants may affect the gut microbiome, and what this could mean for health.