Kopitzee Thornton PhD

Kopitzee Parra Thornton, PhD is an organizational psychologist and organizational alignment strategist who helps leaders and teams connect culture, strategy, and performance. As the Orange County Service Area Director of Care Experience at Providence, she leads initiatives that align people, processes, and priorities across hospitals to strengthen both system integrity and the human experience. With more than 20 years of experience across healthcare, higher education, and nonprofit organizations, Kopitzee combines strategic thinking, behavioral insight, and a coaching-oriented approach to leadership. Known for identifying patterns across organizational siloes, she helps teams navigate complex change, build alignment, and deliver sustainable results.