JohnPaul Parraga MBA, MA, LPC

Director of Telecounseling Operations

JohnPaul Parraga, MBA, M.A., is a dedicated healthcare executive with extensive experience in clinical operations, strategic leadership, and quality assurance. With a robust background in healthcare administration, JohnPaul has held key leadership roles, including TeleMedicine Director of Operations at New Season, CEO of Desert Winds Hospital, and Director of Clinical Operations at Saprea. His expertise spans operational oversight, regulatory compliance, and data-driven decision-making, consistently driving organizations toward excellence and sustainable growth.

JohnPaul holds an Executive MBA from Brigham Young University, a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University. His professional journey reflects a strong commitment to improving healthcare systems and enhancing patient care, guided by the philosophy of reducing human suffering by providing optimal care. His work emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based solutions that prioritize the well-being of patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.

Driven to create inclusive opportunities, JohnPaul is dedicated to expanding access to meaningful employment and skill development for neurodivergent individuals. He is actively involved in Mosaic Bakery & Pizzeria, a community initiative that provides training opportunities for neurodivergent individuals transitioning into adulthood, as well as adults seeking workforce development. As a board member, he leverages his clinical and operational expertise to help the organization thrive, fostering environments where everyone has the chance to succeed. He believes in the transformative power of community-based initiatives and continues to champion efforts that create sustainable, inclusive opportunities in both healthcare and workforce development.