About Us
MEET CANDIDA TUCKER-PIERCE
Candida is the principal and founder of Pierce Positive Consulting LLC and a coach/consultant who blends legal experience with a multi-faceted training in coaching. Her goal is to help professionals thrive in demanding careers.
Originally from Oxford, England, Candida earned her BA (Hons) in American Studies from the University of Kent (in England), including a year at Purdue University in the USA. She continued her studies at the College of Law (now the University of Law) in London before qualifying as a solicitor.
Candida practiced law for several years in the UK, ultimately serving as Head of Employment Law for a well-established commercial firm in the north of England. Although Candida remains a member of the Law Society of England & Wales and is also an Affiliate member of the Santa Barbara County Bar Association, she is no longer a practicing lawyer and does not give legal advice.
Her interest in workplace performance and wellbeing later led her to the United States, where she earned a master's degree in industrial-organizational psychology (which included training in both executive and interpersonal coaching) and a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution, from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. She also holds a Positive Psychology Practitioner Certification from the School of Positive Transformation. Candida has completed several courses with Oxford University's Cont.Ed. Department, including Positive Psychology, and is an Associate Alumna of the University. In 2026, Candida began a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Leadership for Change at Fielding Graduate University's School of Leadership Studies, in Santa Barbara, California.
Candida is based in Ojai, California. In her spare time, she enjoys, hiking, biking, sailing and exploring California and beyond in the family's vintage Airstream.
About Pierce Positive Consulting LLC
about Pierce positive consulting llc
Pierce Positive Consulting was created out of an interest in the relationship between work, leadership, and well-being - particularly within high-pressure professional environments such as the law.
After years working in legal practice, Candida became increasingly interested in the human side of professional life: how people experience leadership, workplace culture, conflict, communication, and organizational expectations.
.The practice brings together perspectives from law, workplace performance, coaching, conflict resolution, and leadership studies.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Experience Grounded in Both Law and Workplace Performance
With experience in legal practice and specialist training in workplace performance, we understand the pressures, pace, and expectations that shape legal work. This perspective informs an approach that is practical, focused, and relevant to the realities lawyers face.
Professional Standards and Transparency
At Pierce Positive Consulting, we value professionalism, clarity, and ethical practice. Our work is grounded in formal study, real-world experience, and transparent communication. we aim to create services that feel thoughtful, well-structured, and professional grounded from the outset.
OUR APPROACH
Our approach is practical, collaborative, and forward focused. Through workshops, facilitated conversations, and coaching, we help professionals clarify their thinking, explore realistic options, and identify constructive next steps.
While every organization and individual is different, our work consistently emphasizes:
- clear structure
- focused conversation
- practical strategy
- manageable action
- reflective thinking
We aim to create space for thoughtful reflection, clearer communication, and more confident decision-making within demanding professional environments.
important information about our coaching
We believe clients should have a clear understanding of the scope and purpose of coaching services. The following information is designed to support informed decision-making and set appropriate expectations from the outset.
Coaching is Not Therapy or Mental Health Treatment
Coaching focuses on reflection, clarity, and professional development. It does not diagnose, treat or address mental health conditions. Clients who feel they may need therapeutic support are encouraged to seek assistance from a licensed mental health professional.
Coaching is Not Legal Advice
Although many clients are lawyers, our services are centered on professional development, workplace conversations, leadership, and decision-making support. We do not provide legal advice, and our services do not create an attorney-client relationship. Clients should continue to rely on practicing lawyers for legal guidance.
Coaching Does Not Guaranteed Specific Outcomes
Coaching can be valuable for gaining perspective, organising thinking, and planning next steps. However, results vary and coaching many not be suitable for everyone.
is this right for you?
Our services are designed for smart, capable professionals who've achieved success, but want their work to feel more sustainable and fulfilling.
We aim to assist lawyers, executives, and leaders who are managing demanding workloads, adapting to change, or considering their next professional chapter.
These individuals tend to value structure, thoughtful reflection, and practical strategies they can apply immediately. They're not looking for motivational cliches or quick fixes - they want a space to think strategically, refine how they work and make confident decisions about where they're heading next.
Our services are for people who take their responsibilities seriously, value professional integrity and want structured goal-focused conversations that aim to help them think clearly and act with purpose.