Mena vs Cliniko
Psychology-specific AI vs multi-discipline practice management
Cliniko is an Australian-origin practice management platform used by allied health professionals across multiple disciplines worldwide. Mena is built for European psychologists with clinical intelligence (automatic notes, CBT session analysis, outcome tracking, risk monitoring) on GDPR-first EU infrastructure.
Last updated: April 19, 2026
| Feature | Mena.ai | Cliniko |
|---|---|---|
| AI-Powered Clinical Notes | ||
| Session Recording & Transcription | ||
| Session Analysis (CBT) | ||
| Patient Portal | ||
| Online Scheduling | ||
| Telehealth / Video Calls | ||
| Multi-Discipline Support (Physio, Osteo, etc.) | ||
| Billing & Payments | ||
| GDPR / RGPD Compliance | ||
| EU-Only Data Storage | ||
| EU AI Act Compliance | ||
| Portuguese Language AI | ||
| Outcome Tracking (PHQ-9, GAD-7) | ||
| Crisis Alerts | ||
| Psychology-Specific Templates | ||
| Starting Price | €39.99/mo | ~€28/mo (AU$45) |
AI-Powered Clinical Notes
Session Recording & Transcription
Session Analysis (CBT)
Patient Portal
Online Scheduling
Telehealth / Video Calls
Multi-Discipline Support (Physio, Osteo, etc.)
Billing & Payments
GDPR / RGPD Compliance
EU-Only Data Storage
EU AI Act Compliance
Portuguese Language AI
Outcome Tracking (PHQ-9, GAD-7)
Crisis Alerts
Psychology-Specific Templates
Starting Price
Two platforms built for different needs
Cliniko covers practice management for allied health professionals across many disciplines. Mena is purpose-built for European psychologists, with an AI clinical intelligence layer on top of practice management and data stored in the EU.
Cliniko excels at:
- Established international presence across multiple countries
- Multi-discipline support (physiotherapy, osteopathy, podiatry, etc.)
- Third-party integrations (Stripe, Xero, Mailchimp)
- Built-in telehealth and online bookings
Mena excels at:
- Interactive AI clinical assistant with 12 specialized tools
- Automatic session recording with real-time transcription
- AI-powered clinical analysis with CBT frameworks
- Real-time crisis detection with automatic safety alerts
- Full EU AI Act and GDPR compliance
- Data stored exclusively in the European Union
Why European psychologists choose Mena
Cliniko is a solid choice for multi-discipline clinics that need generic appointment management. For psychology-specific clinical work in Europe, Mena adds an AI layer (automatic notes, session analysis, outcome tracking) and keeps all data in the EU.
AI included in the plan
Paid plans start at EUR 39.99 per month and include AI clinical notes, session transcription, and CBT analysis.
Clinical intelligence on top of practice management
Interactive AI assistant, emotion detection across 28 categories, cognitive distortion analysis across 13 patterns, risk monitoring, and cross-session memory. Portuguese-language AI is supported out of the box.
Built for psychology workflows
Mena is designed around the clinical workflow of psychologists, with psychology-specific templates, validated outcome instruments (PHQ-9, GAD-7), and crisis detection.
GDPR-first with EU data residency
All data is stored in the European Union. Cliniko's primary infrastructure is hosted in Australia, which European professionals should evaluate carefully against GDPR transfer requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cliniko and who is it for?
Cliniko is an Australian-origin practice management software popular among physiotherapists, osteopaths and other allied health professionals. While it can be used by psychologists, it lacks psychology-specific features such as CBT analysis, AI clinical notes or crisis detection.
Where is data stored in Cliniko vs Mena?
Cliniko stores data on servers in Australia. Mena stores all data exclusively in the European Union, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and European data protection regulations.
Can I migrate from Cliniko to Mena?
Yes. Mena allows importing patient data from other platforms. Our team can assist you with the migration process to ensure a smooth transition without data loss.
What if my clinic has professionals from multiple disciplines?
If your clinic includes physiotherapists, osteopaths or other professionals besides psychologists, Cliniko may be more suitable for those disciplines. However, for the psychologists on your team, Mena offers AI-powered clinical tools that no other platform provides.
Ready to try Mena for European psychology practice?
Start a 14-day free trial, no credit card required. Your data stays in the EU, and the AI layer is included in every paid plan.