About Us
Our History
Established in 1983, Guthrie and Associates has served many thousands of couples, families and individuals like you. We were the first private family therapy clinic to practice in Brantford. Building a strong reputation over the past twenty-five years, we are a recognized place in the local community and receive referrals from many professionals, including doctors, lawyers, and social workers.
Our Mission Statement
Enhancing quality of life by improving personal adjustment and interpersonal relationships.
Meet Our Therapists
In addition to many years of experience, the majority of our therapists have a Master Degree in the fields of psychology and clinical social work. They are active listeners, who will give you their full attention in order to assess your area of concern. Our therapists are recognized by professional organizations such as the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
- Greg Guthrie
- Qualifications: Master of Social Work (University of Toronto)
- Experience: Clinical social worker and supervisor of a metropolitan Children's Aid Society. Former Executive Director of a family service agency.
- With G&A Since: Established the company in 1983
- Memberships:Registered Social Worker and member of the Ontario college². Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
- Carol Churchill
- Qualifications: Master of Social Work (Wilfrid Laurier)
- Experience: Clinical social worker and supervisor in a child and family agency.
- With G&A Since: 2000
- Memberships: Registered Social Worker and member of the Ontario College². Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
- Joan Russell
- Qualifications: Master of Social Work (Wilfrid Laurier)
- Experience: Clinical social worker and supervisor of the psychiatric day care program at the Brantford General Hospital.
- With G&A Since: 1989
- Memberships: Registered Social Worker and member of the Ontario College². Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
- Althea Allen
- Qualifications: M.S.W, M.B.A (Wilfrid Laurier University)
- Experience: Clinical social worker with the Children's Aid Society
- With G&A Since: 2005
- Memberships: Registered Social Worker and member of the Ontario College².
- Pat White
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science specializing in family studies (University of Guelph)
- Experience: Extensive experience as a credit counsellor, including 8 years as the Executive Director of the Ontario Association of Credit Counselling Services.
- With G&A Since: 2003
- Alison Elliott
- Qualifications: M.S.W. (Wilfrid Laurier University)
- Experience: Clinician at eating disorder treatment facility
- With G&A Since: 2011
- Memberships:Registered Social Worker and member of the Ontario college². Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Testimonial
“My counsellor helped a lot. Her support gave me strength to tackle some problems I'd been avoiding for years.”
We've Moved!
We have moved to our new location at 108 St. George Street, Suite 5. Free parking! Directions