My learning has been accelerated by studying reality therapy and choice theory.  Choice Theory explains human behaviour.  It provides people with a tool which the can use to enhance their relationships with others so that codependent behaviours don’t develop.  It underpins reality therapy which is an approach to counselling that emphasises that people are all responsible for the choices they make every day of their lives.  It provides them with strategies to look for different choices which lead to fulfilling lives and healthier relationships.

It is my belief that the ideas of choice theory and reality therapy are very powerful.  I use them every day and I hope that this book will not only help people to understand what is happening in their lives and in the lives of others but create interest in internal control psychology

Joan Hoogstad