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 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: A clinical member and approved supervisor of AAMFT¹. Registered MFT². Registered Social Worker and member of the Ontario college³.
Area of Special Interest: Couple Therapy

Alan Clarke


Qualifications: MA in Psychology (University of Waterloo)
Experience: Psychometrist / Counsellor at Brantford General Hospital
With G&A Since: 1987
Memberships: Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists, and Psychotherapists (OACCPP)
Area of Special Interest: Therapy with Adolescents

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 College³. Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Area of Special Interest: Therapy with children and teens

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 College³. Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Area of Special Interest: Women's Issues and Spirituality.

Carol Sweeton


Qualifications: Master of Social Work (Wilfrid Laurier)
Experience: Previously worked as a community based social worker and has years of experience in marriage and family therapy.
With G&A Since: 1992
Memberships: Registered Social Worker and member of the Ontario College³. Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Area of Special Interest: Consultation to business partners and professional workshops.

Althea Allen


Qualifications: M.S.W (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 College³.
Area of Special Interest: Adolescents and workplace issues (currently enrolled in M.B.A. at Wilfrid Laurier University)

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
Area of Special Interest: Financial Coaching
¹ AAMFT: American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
² MFT: A Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
³ Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers