Choice Theory and Family Counseling

Abstract

Choice theory and its delivery mechanism, reality therapy, has long been utilized in therapeutic work with individuals, groups, families, and couples. Ironically, this theory is often omitted from family counseling and professional journals. Although choice theory is not perceived as a systemic approach, the effective implementation of the reality therapy can lead to second-order change for couples and families by creating systemic changes in a pragmatic manner. The focus of this article is the examination and integration of choice theory in family counseling.