Support for life's biggest transitions
Practical, psychology-informed guidance for students, families and organisations navigating change.
From starting university to moving countries.
Find the Right Support for Your Transition
STUDENTS
Practical and emotional preparation for university transition
PArents
Guidance to support parents as they support their kids
professionals
Resources to support you as you support students and parents
Why Transitions Matter
Major life changes such as starting university, moving countries, leaving home, becoming independent are exciting and they also place substantial emotional and psychological demands on people and families.
Our work is grounded in psychology and real-world experience, helping people understand what’s changing, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to thrive through transition, not just survive it.
The Three Pillars Of Our Approach
Psychology led & EVidence based Guidance
Designed personally by us drawing on years of experience in educational psychology, psychology, organisational psychology, wellbeing and counselling
Informed by real life experience
We've lived through multiple international moves, life and career changes, and the emotional shifts of parenting students. We bring that perspective with compassion and clarity
FOCUSED ON AUtonomy not dependency
We don't offer quick-fix reassurance. We teach you how to understand yourself, make intentional choices, seek help effectively and build confidence from the inside out
Are You a Student Starting University Soon?
Are you feeling excited and nervous at the same time?
Maybe you are feeling a mix of emotions about this upcoming change. It is important to know this is all a part of the transition journey.
Explore our specialist support for first-year students including a free quiz, practical guides and access our online course to create your Personal Transition Blueprint.
Are You a Parent Preparing to Let Go?
We understand, this can be a bitter sweet time for parents
You want the best for your young person and you're excited for their next life stage.
However, you find yourself awake at night wondering how best to support without over or under parenting. You want to still be involved in their life but recognise it is also time to let go.
Explore how we can support you through this exciting but often challenging time of family transition.
Take our parent quiz, access the parent university guide, our blogs, podcasts and webinars.
Are You A Professional Supporting Students Through Transition?
Working With Schools, Colleges & Universities
We partner with education providers to deliver transition programmes, parent webinars and wellbeing support for students and families.
We provide 'off the shelf' and 'bespoke' webinars and programmes to support students & their families at different stage of their student life.
Ensure you are providing leading edge support at these complex times of change & transition
Explore our professional services via the link below
What People Say About Our Work
Podcast Testimonial
"Such a treasure trove - fascinating research, evidence based advice and so good to hear the voices of young people in here" Clara
Course Testimonial
"The course has given my confidence as I know how to manage change in both literal and psychological ways. I would recommend this course" Thea
Podcast Testimonial
"This podcast has provided great me with great tools and tips for university life. Looking forward to seeing futrue episodes" Robrowno97
Why This Work Matters to Us
Meet the Founders
Hi, we're Louise and Elizabeth. Between us, we've lived in five countries, raised families through international moves, and spent decades as psychologists helping young people through the messy reality of major life transitions.
We created Successful Transitions because we kept seeing the same thing: brilliant young people hitting university or cross-cultural moves completely unprepared for the emotional whiplash. We knew there was a better way.
We combine psychological expertise, real-world experience, and evidence-based tools to help you navigate transitions with confidence and self-awareness—because you deserve more than just "it'll be fine."
Learn About Wellbeing in Times of Change & Transition from Our Podcast
Over 100 Episodes For Students, Educators & Parents
This podcast is for you if you are about to change schools/college, leave home for university, take a gap year, embark on a placement year or step out into the world of work.
Or are someone supporting students in transition maybe a parent or teacher.
Weekly episodes provide support through the high and lows of transition.
Our aim - to help you succeed and thrive, whatever comes next.
Episodes include interviews with students, conversations with transition experts and focused conversations on how to live well despite the challenges that change can bring.
Whether you're preparing to move, settling in, making friends, getting organised or dealing with the challenges of living independently this podacst will help.
From the Successful Transitions Blog
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