I found the OP's post more about what OP needs to learn how to do, rather than what SE needs to change. I am blm main and have just learned how to use all abilities that are available. Also, blm is all about timing and management. Unless I am with a bunch of uber melee dps and only fighting single target mobs, I usually put out the most damage. I rarely pull hate from even crappy tanks. There a lot of little tricks to learn that just takes practice.

But I would like to know how to pivot on controller. I only play on a controller and always have, even in XI. I have learned to compensate for movement interruptions, but I would love love love to know how to pivot. I know it's easy with keyboard/mouse. Any controller users out there know how to do this?