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The art and science of psychotherapy are of great interest to practicing psychotherapists, those in training to become psychotherapists, and those who train them. Each group shares an interest in achieving the highest degree of competence possible. Competence is widely accepted as being composed of knowledge and skills as well as the attitudes, values, and judgment needed to apply them effectively (e.g., Haas & Malouf, 2005). Much less agreement exists on the methods to be used and on practices to be engaged in to PsycCRITIQUES- Mastering the Art of Psychotherapy: Learning From a Master Psychotherapist develop and achieve competence as a psychotherapist. For the practicing psychotherapist, limited opportunities may exist beyond reading journal articles and books, in addition to attending continuing education workshops. Many agree that all effective training will include an experiential component such as that provided in supervised clinical settings. However, access to supervisors who possess a high degree of skill in psychotherapy as well as in teaching these skills may be limited for many. Access to master psychotherapists who have participated in the development of the science and art of a particular type of psychotherapy, and who possess the ability to effectively conve