Selecting an appropriate patient for the RANZCP Psychotherapy Written Case: A structured approach using Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

ObjectiveThis article provides psychiatry registrars with a structured approach to selecting an appropriate patient for the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Psychotherapy Written Case summative assessment.ConclusionsThoughtful patient selection is crucial to achieving both a positive clinical outcome and a meaningful therapeutic experience for both patient and registrar. This article presents a structured framework based on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to guide patient selection, enhancing the likelihood of a successful psychotherapeutic process.