Leah Tagatac, Practice Manager

Hi there, I’m Leah, and I am the Practice Manager for the EMTC team! I was born in the Philippines but have lived in Santa Barbara, California majority of my life. I support mission-driven therapy practices, healers, and wellness leaders in building businesses that feel aligned, grounded, and sustainable. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare operations, medical billing, HIPAA compliance, and EHR implementation, I bring strategy, structure and soul to the work behind the scenes — so clinicians can focus fully on supporting healing and transformation.

My passion lives at the intersection of service and systems. I help streamline operations, simplify technology, and create intentional workflows that reduce overwhelm and restore clarity. When the foundation of a practice is steady and supported, therapists are free to show up more present and connected to the clients they serve.

At my core, I am a compassionate problem solver and lifelong learner who believes that business can be both efficient and heart-led. My work reflects Empowered Mind Therapy Center’s commitment to empowerment, growth, and whole-person care — honoring both the clinician’s wellbeing and the client’s journey.

As a mother, nature-lover, and advocate for personal growth and mental health, I value balance, flexibility, and living with intention. I believe that when we create supportive systems in our work, we create more space for presence, purpose, and meaningful impact — in our businesses and in our lives.