Our history

In short: BBH began in 2000 when Australian parents, clinicians and researchers set out to bring biochemistry and pathology into mental health care. We honour the people who made that possible. Over more than two decades we have kept examining the evidence, supporting Australian research and refining what we teach.

Where we started

Bio Balance Health was established in 2000 by Australian parents who were inspired by the Pfeiffer Treatment Centre in the United States and guided by William J. Walsh, PhD. BBH brought out William J. Walsh, PhD (Bill Walsh), to train doctors from 2004 to 2019. In later years he was joined by a team of American doctors to support the growing training needs.

With thanks

BBH's work was made possible by parents, clinicians, researchers and pioneers who were willing to ask different questions about mental health. William J. Walsh, PhD, and the work associated with the Pfeiffer Treatment Centre were important catalysts in bringing biochemical approaches and practitioner education to Australia.

BBH honours those foundations, and every doctor, researcher, board member, donor and supporter who helped carry the work forward. BBH's current research and teaching are its own.

How our approach changed

Over more than two decades we have continued to examine the evidence, support Australian research, challenge assumptions and refine what we teach. We moved from following a method to testing it: we ask for the evidence behind each claim and assess the strength of that evidence. We also make clear the questions that still have to be answered. We constantly review the research literature and stimulate original research.

Where we are going

Essential Biochemistry for Mental Health™ (How Cells Stay Healthy) is the next stage of that journey. It is a course developed in Australia in 2026, based on our own and on international exploration. It connects cellular biochemistry, particularly homeostasis mechanisms, with objective measures, clinical reasoning and individualised care planning.

BBH's work continues to follow one cycle: Research, Understanding, Education.