Case studies in psychotherapy training using Austria as an example.

Background: Case studies (CS) are relevant for the development of theoretical and practical competencies in psychotherapy. Despite rapid progress in the development of methods and principles for establishing CS in the last three decades, research into the aims of CS, especially in training, or how CS are to be conducted is rare.

Aim: To elucidate the form and methodology of CS, the objectives of CS used in training institutions (TI), and if/how TIs handle therapist allegiance.