A space to be your true self.
Overwhelmed?
Always striving?
Hard on yourself?
For those who set high expectations for themselves, dwell on mistakes, and struggle to feel that they've done enough.
Coaching to help you move beyond self-criticism and make room for a life that doesn't demand perfection.
Coaching for a life beyond perfectionism.
Growth doesn't have to mean constantly pushing yourself to do more, achieve more, or become someone different.
Inspired by Japanese philosophies such as wabi-sabi and yoyΕ«, we explore how to let go of perfectionism, practice self-compassion, and create more breathing room in your life.
It's about finding a way forward that feels true to who you are.
A whole new way to approach growth, without the pressure to be perfect.
In our coaching conversations, there's room to slow down, reflect, and explore what matters most to you.
Rather than pushing toward someone else's definition of success, we focus on building self-trust, recognizing your strengths, and discovering what works for your life.
Because meaningful growth isn't about becoming someone else. It's about becoming more comfortable being yourself.
Coaching Areas
What would life look like with less self-criticism, more breathing room, and greater confidence in yourself?
Through coaching rooted in Japanese philosophy and whole-person well-being, we explore what matters to you and what meaningful change could look like in your life.
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Learn to recognize your accomplishments without minimizing them, loosen the grip of self-criticism, and build a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
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Create breathing room in your busy life, reconnect with what matters, and find a more sustainable way to manage your responsibilities.
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Trust your decisions, navigate life's transitions, and move toward meaningful goals without constantly second-guessing yourself.
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Understand your strengths and needs, develop greater self-trust, and find practical approaches that work with your brain.
Meet Kyoko
Hi there!
I'm Kyoko Swaile, a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and Registered Health Coach. I've also completed Levels 1 and 2 training in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping) through EFT International.
Before becoming a coach, I ran my own Japanese-English translation business for 25 years. Working between two languages and cultures taught me to appreciate the nuances of human experience and the importance of understanding what lies beneath the surface.
Drawing from my Japanese roots, I bring philosophies such as wabi-sabi, yoyΕ«, and kintsugi into my coaching. These perspectives shape how I support people navigating perfectionism, burnout, and personal growth.
My approach combines whole-person well-being, self-compassion, and practices such as EFT Tapping to support emotional well-being and greater self-awareness.
I also specialize in ADHD and AuDHD coaching, bringing lived experience, specialized training, and a neurodivergent-affirming perspective to my practice.
My goal is to help you recognize your strengths, reconnect with what matters to you, and create a life that feels more like your own.
How Iβm Trained to Support You
Iβm a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach and Health Coach Alliance Registered Health Coachβ’.
My professional training includes the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA), and MentorCoach LLC.
I've also completed EFT International Levels 1 and 2 training in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping).
I'm a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO).
I'm currently working toward my ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and PAAC credentials.
What this means for you
You can expect a supportive, collaborative coaching relationship where your experiences, values, and goals guide our work together.
My professional training provides a foundation for ethical, evidence-informed coaching, while my Japanese-inspired philosophy brings a focus on self-compassion, balance, and meaningful personal growth.
Professional Credentials, Training & Memberships
