In conclusion. The opinions surrounding the theories are as numerous as the theories themselves. Whether used as a standalone model or as an eclectic mix of various models, Reflection has proven to be a very useful tool for any practitioner and, when used consistently and proactively, can serve to benefit the practitioner and the patient. The reflective model of learning should be organic and not static, as this way the professional will develop better clinical skills and therefore have a better understanding of why they do what they do and why it works. All theories appear to have a basis in Kolb's experiential learning model with each theorist adapting and expanding to form their own models. Which one works best is something for the individual person to decide. The Gibbs (1988) model seems to work well in that it allows the user