Welcome!

I’m Kyra Khanna, the founder of Clarity West. For years, I felt that nagging pull, the sense that life was supposed to be more than just the daily grind. I wanted to build a career I loved, raise a family, travel the world, write a memoir, pitch a travel TV series…to do it all while still challenging myself professionally. But I also knew firsthand how overwhelming that doing-it-all struggle can be, especially as a working parent in a world where the 9-5 (or let’s be honest, 8-6+) demands never seem to end.

That mix of career ambition, personal fulfillment, and the desire to redefine work-life alignment led me to create Clarity West. As a Work-Life Alignment Coach, certified through iPEC’s Coaching program, I help high-achieving professionals reimagine how they live and work so they can lead with purpose, embrace well-being, gain perspective, and feel like themselves again.

From Corporate Hustle to Coaching

Before founding Clarity West, I spent almost two decades in tech, management consulting, and international affairs, working with companies like Intuit, Booz Allen Hamilton, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation.

I loved the work. It challenged me, shaped me, and connected me with incredible people. I also saw how careers evolve, how skills transfer, and how success can mean different things at different stages of life. But no matter where I worked, one theme remained: helping people do their best work, without burning themselves out in the process.

Perspective is My Superpower

In 2013, I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, an experience that profoundly reshaped my perspective on life, work, well-being, and what truly matters. It was my personal wake-up call to redefine success on my own terms, one that includes:

→ Meaningful work deeply aligned with my values, interests, and strengths
→ More space for family, friends, travel, and, honestly, just carving out time to do the things I love most
→ Creative and entrepreneurial pursuits I’ve always dreamed of exploring
→ Healthy habits like moving my body, nourishing myself well, and letting go of stress over things beyond my control

Beyond Coaching

I’m married with a 13-year-old son (plus our adorably high-energy rescue dog Maya!). We’re an adventurous trio, always seeking new experiences together. Although I grew up in Northern California and now call Carlsbad home, I’ve also lived in Costa Rica, Colorado, Belize, and the East Coast, and have traveled extensively around the U.S. and world. I think I’ve been to almost 40 countries, but who’s counting? Ha! Each place has added to my love for exploration and connection.

Education

  • BA in International Relations (major) & Psychology (minor) – Wellesley College

  • MS in Foreign Service & MBA – Georgetown University

Life Outside of Work

  • Exploring new cities & countries (yes, I still dream of that travel TV series!)

  • Getting outside, whether hiking, road-tripping, or just breathing fresh air

  • Connecting with incredible people & having meaningful conversations

  • Tuning into podcasts, with a special love for comics, pop culture, and adventure stories

I truly believe in embracing what energizes us. When we do, we show up better in all aspects of life. If you’re ready to create a career and life that actually work together, let’s talk!

Coaching Certifications

  • Certified Professional Coach

    Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)

  • ELI Master Practitioner (ELI-MP)

    Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)

  • Coaching Fundamentals

    Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)