Redundancy or retirement transition hitting differently than you expected?
We.Pivot helps navigate redundancy and retirement transition with purpose, not just a plan.
Clinically informed, evidence-based, and grounded in occupational science and occupational therapy.
Your life has individual meaning and importance. You require a personalised approach to planning your future.
Who we are
We.Pivot is a growing, research-led initiative designed to help people navigate the transition from structured careers to fulfilling, healthy, and purpose-driven lives.
We.Pivot has worked with people from universities, the NHS, pharmaceuticals, the Big Four, law firms, professional advisory firms, and elite sport. What they share is not a sector or a salary. It is a significant life transition that deserves more than a transactional response.
We are not a coaching practice, although we work closely with trusted coaches. We are a clinically informed, evidence-led and evidence-generating consultancy grounded in occupational science and occupational therapy.
How we work
Our measure of success is that you no longer need us. The final We.Pivot pillar is about navigating your transition independently, with confidence, and on your own terms. We will not work with you if you do not have a need, and we will not extend an engagement beyond what genuinely serves you.
We do not offer referral fees or financial incentives. People refer to We.Pivot because they believe our approach is the right one for the people they care about, not because they are incentivised to do so.
The 5 We.Pivot Pillars
What truly matters to me?
Am I ready to embrace this new chapter in my life? Am I Pivot ready?
What meaningful paths and possibilities can I explore after this life transition?
How can I maintain my physical and mental wellbeing?
How can I confidently navigate this journey independently?
Our services
Pivot to Peer | Redundancy A clinically informed peer group programme for people navigating redundancy transition. Find out more
Pivot to Peer | Retirement A clinically informed peer group programme for people navigating retirement transition. Find out more
1-to-1 with Clare Bespoke individual work grounded in occupational therapy and occupational science. Find out more
Speaking and Masterclasses Available for conferences, financial planning events, corporate away days, and podcasts. Find out more
Work Programmes Bespoke programmes for organisations supporting employees through major life transitions. Find out more
Clare Lyons-Collins Founder and Chief Pivoter
Clare is a registered occupational therapist with over 25 years of experience in healthcare, leadership, and systemic change. Her approach is grounded in occupational therapy and occupational science, enriched by her MBA from Henley Business School, her RSA Fellowship, and her Leadership Fellowship at St George's House, Windsor Castle.
Previously Clare led mental health transformation with the NHS in England and served as CEO of the national public health charity Best Beginnings.
Clare holds a license to practice with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
Let’s Pivot together…
