Jeff Steedman - Councillor

Jeff is often working with people through very challenging times in their lives.  As a result, he is hesitant to ask for testimonials because he understands how deeply personal these times can be.

To the people on this page who have shared feedback, we are humbled and extremely grateful.

“What a difference Choice Theory has made to our school! Under the careful guidance of Jeff Steedman our school has developed a greater understanding of the importance of relationships and how positive choices empower people to take charge of their lives. Give it a go and see the difference!”

Jenny Leggatt (as principal of Eagle Point School, East Gippsland Australia)

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Abby Woollaston

“I had spiralled into burnout and was totally overwhelmed”

I began working with Jeff during a period where I was under extreme work and financial pressure.  

When you’ve been a high performer and able to rely on yourself to function at a certain level for a long time it’s frightening to arrive at a place where that’s no longer the case. 

I felt undone and didn’t recognise myself. It was sudden and shocking.

Jeff equipped me to take my power back by understanding my quality world picture as well as identifying my needs and how to structure a life around ensuring these get satisfied. 

He gave me hope that things could get better. In fact, things could be better than before because this was an opportunity to ‘reset’ on a new platform of self-awareness and sustainability.

Jeff’s approach is unique in that it put me in the driving seat of my recovery and in some ways, was counterintuitive to the other advice I was receiving. 

Rest, time out and disconnecting had a place when applied strategically but total avoidance produced more anxiety and powerlessness. Jeff explained this dynamic to me and while the conflicting advice was confusing, when I applied the techniques Jeff recommended, I couldn’t deny that I got better ! I had an immediate sense of accomplishment and relief when I was actively meeting my needs. 

I’m on the up and up and highly recommend anyone who wants to take back control of their life to engage Jeff’s services.

Abby Woollaston – Porirua, New Zealand

I was first introduced to Choice Theory in 2016 and then went on to do Basic Intensive training with Jeff. Learning Choice Theory and applying it daily has changed my life, my relationships, my work and my stress levels. I absolutely love it because it works, it does make a difference and it does give you personal freedom. What I love the most about Choice Theory is that it sits perfectly with my Christian Faith and my growth as a person, and you can draw on its core teaching, time and time again.

Jeff is an absolute pro and guru as a Choice Theory facilitator. He is so good at what he does. I have learned from the best. I was first introduced to Choice Theory in 2016 and then went on to do Basic Intensive training with Jeff. Learning Choice Theory and applying it daily has changed my life, my relationships, my work and my stress levels. I absolutely love it because it works, it does make a difference and it does give you personal freedom. What I love the most about Choice Theory is that it sits perfectly with my Christian Faith and my growth as a person, and you can draw on its core teaching, time and time again.

Amanda Blandford – East Gippsland, Australia