Books by Dr Clare Mulligan-Foster
Practical, research-backed books on midlife career coaching and the occupational psychology consultancy cycle.
I am delighted to share updates about my upcoming books due for publication 2026/2027. Further updates will be shared along with links to purchase books once published.
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My first book titled ‘Coaching Midlife Career Transitions: A Psychological Guide for Career Coaches’ is due for publication in August 2026. My second book titled “Mastering the Consultancy Cycle: A Practical Guide for Occupational Psychologists’ is due for publication late 2026/early 2027.
Coaching Midlife Career Transitions:
A Psychological Guide for Career Coaches
This book is designed for career coaches, executive coaches, and HR professionals who support midlife professionals navigating career transitions. It is particularly relevant for those working with clients in their forties, fifties, and beyond who are considering a career shift—whether by choice or necessity. This book is available from August 2026 and can be purchased via this link Supporting Midlife Career Transitions Through Coaching: A Psychological Guide
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Midlife career transitions are becoming the norm, not the exception. Traditional career models no longer fit a workforce that is living longer, working longer, and redefining success. Yet, many career coaches still rely on early-career coaching models that do not address the unique psychological, financial, and identity challenges of midlife career change.
This book bridges that gap by providing: ​
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A research-backed framework for coaching midlife clients
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Psychological insights into the fears, identity shifts, and motivations behind career change at 50+.
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Practical coaching tools, strategies, and case studies for guiding clients through uncertainty.
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A roadmap for portfolio careers, self-employment, and new career pathways.
As the workforce ages and re-careering becomes a mainstream trend, career coaches must be equipped to support clients who are not “starting over” but evolving into their next stage of meaningful work.
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This book ensures coaches have the evidence-based knowledge, tools, and confidence to guide their clients through one of the most significant career transitions of their lives.
Mastering the Consultancy Cycle:
A Practical Guide for Occupational Psychologists
I am a joint author for this book with Dr Hayley Lewis.
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This book provides a practical guide to the Consultancy Cycle, the core framework used by occupational psychologists to deliver evidence-based interventions in organisations. Designed for both early-career practitioners and experienced consultants, it breaks down each stage of the cycle offering clear explanations, established theories and frameworks for each stage, real-world case studies, and practical tools.
As organisations face rapid change and workplace challenges, occupational psychologists need to apply a structured approach for their interventions to ensure they add value, maintain good relationships with clients, are ethical in their practice, and use an evidence-based approach.
This book bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world consultancy, equipping occupational psychologists and other organisational behaviour professionals with the skills to manage complex workplace interventions confidently.
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