ABSTRACT
The twenty-three interviews reflect the newest discoveries and techniques of Dr. Davanloo. They also reflect his most up to date understanding of the metapsychology of the unconscious. It is hoped that the nuanced approach of "following the trail" of the unconscious has been highlighted in the preceding interviews. The use of challenge, if present at all, is momentary and occurs only when the resistance is firmly crystallised in the transference and the breakthrough into the unconscious is imminent. Various regulating and training bodies, have changed the direction of psychotherapy education and assessment. While great care and attention goes into the assessment of competency in residents and other trainees, less attention goes into the assessment of competency in the licensed and practising psychotherapist. While there is the central dynamic sequence, Davanloo in no way encourages his trainees to approach the patient in a rote and mechanical fashion.
