Meet Our Team

Licensed Professional Counselor

Owner / CEO

Clinical Director

 The clinical staff of Wellspring is led by Lynda Barron PhD LPC CPCS. Lynda is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in psychotherapy, life coaching, motivational services, chemical dependency treatment and mental health management. She specializes in the treatment of adults and families for the treatment of depression, anxiety, learning difficulties, trauma, and addictions. Lynda provides clinical oversight for all therapists working within the Wellspring program. Lynda attended Trinity College in Florida as part of her undergraduate education. She has a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, a PhD in Psychology from Northcentral University, and is licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. 

Lynda is the owner and CEO of Wellspring Life Solutions Inc. She serves as a Clinical Director for the practice, overseeing all clinical staff members and providing clinical supervision to associate level staff.

Lynda currently offers in-office appointments at our Gainesville GA and Cleveland GA locations. Telehealth appointments are also available to clients located in the state of Georgia.

Licensed Professional Counselor

Owner / CFO

Clinical Director

 Harry "Barry" Barron MA LPC CPCS contributes over 30 years of experience in ministerial counseling to the ongoing program of Wellspring. Barry earned his Bachelors degree in Biblical Studies from Trinity College in Florida and a Bachelors degree in Religion from Mercer University in Atlanta, Georgia. He has a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. He specializes in relationships, marital and family issues, as well as working with adolescents and children. 

Barry is the owner and CFO of Wellspring Life Solutions Inc. He serves as a Clinical Director for the practice, overseeing all clinical staff members and providing clinical supervision to associate level staff.

Barry currently offers in-office appointments at our Gainesville GA and Cleveland GA locations. Telehealth appointments are also available to clients located in the state of Georgia.

Licensed Professional Counselor

Director of Business Operations / COO

Senior Primary Therapist

 Kourtney has been with Wellspring since 2014. In addition to her clinical work, Kourtney also serves as Wellspring's Director of Business Operations. Kourtney has obtained a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University, a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Fort Valley State University, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Psychology in Behavioral Health Leadership degree at Walden University. Kourtney has a passion for working with individuals and families to facilitate the development of coping skills necessary for dealing with challenging issues. She works with each client to determine the specific therapeutic techniques and interventions that will best aid them in achieving their unique therapeutic goals. Kourtney is licensed in the state of Georgia as a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Kourtney provides clinical supervision to associate level staff at Wellspring Life Solutions Inc.

Kourtney currently offers in-office appointments at our Blairsville GA location. Telehealth appointments are also available to clients located in the state of Georgia.

Licensed Professional Counselor

Senior Primary Therapist

Clinical Supervisor 

 Laura Howell is a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in the state of Georgia. Laura obtained a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology degree from the Georgia School of Professional Psychology, a Master’s of Science in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Brenau University, and a Bachelor’s of Science in Zoology from the University of Georgia. Laura’s educational and professional background include providing therapy in a variety of settings including private practice, medical practices, hospital, nursing home, and correctional facilities with adults of all ages and children. Laura utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as other modalities of therapy collaboratively with individuals to aid them in examining their thoughts and beliefs that are impacting them in a negative way. She is experienced in working with individuals who have been victims of trauma, individuals with severe mental illness, individuals with anger issues, families of/individuals with brain injuries, depression, and anxiety.

Laura provides clinical supervision to associate level staff at Wellspring Life Solutions Inc.

Laura currently offers in-office appointments at our Gainesville GA location. Telehealth appointments are also available to clients located in the state of Georgia.

 Associate Primary Therapist 

Under Clinical Supervision by Kourtney Dockery MS LPC CPCS

 Megan joined Wellspring Life Solutions in June 2025 as an Associate Primary Therapist. She has a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music from Lee University. Megan has a passion for helping others navigate life’s unique challenges by implementing a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to each individual she works with.  

Megan currently offers in-office appointments at our Blairsville GA location. Telehealth appointments are also available to clients located in the state of Georgia.