Side-by-side comparison
Mena vs Cliniko
Psychology-specific AI vs multi-discipline practice managementCliniko is an Australian-origin practice management platform used by allied health professionals across multiple disciplines worldwide. Mena is built for European psychologists with AI drafting and clinical memory (AI-drafted notes, suggested CBT thinking patterns, validated questionnaires, cross-session clinical memory) on GDPR-first EU infrastructure.
Feature comparison
Where each product is strong, based only on what each vendor publishes on its own site.
| Feature | Mena.ai | Cliniko |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical documentation | ||
| AI-Powered Clinical Notes | Yes | No |
| Session Recording & Transcription | Yes | No |
| Suggested CBT Thinking Patterns | Yes | No |
| Validated Questionnaires (PHQ-9, GAD-7) | Yes | Partial |
| Cross-Session Clinical Memory | Yes | No |
| Psychology-Specific Templates | Yes | Partial |
| Practice management | ||
| Patient Portal | Yes | Partial |
| Online Scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Telehealth / Video Calls | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Discipline Support (Physio, Osteo, etc.) | No | Yes |
| Billing & Payments | Yes | Yes |
| Portugal & data protection | ||
| GDPR / RGPD Data Protection | Yes | Partial |
| EU-Only Data Storage | Yes | No |
| Designed for EU AI Act Human Oversight | Yes | No |
| Portuguese Language AI | Yes | No |
| Plans & pricing | ||
| Starting Price | €39.99/mo | ~€28/mo (AU$45) |
Clinical documentation
- AI-Powered Clinical Notes
- Mena.aiYesClinikoNo
- Session Recording & Transcription
- Mena.aiYesClinikoNo
- Suggested CBT Thinking Patterns
- Mena.aiYesClinikoNo
- Validated Questionnaires (PHQ-9, GAD-7)
- Mena.aiYesClinikoPartial
- Cross-Session Clinical Memory
- Mena.aiYesClinikoNo
- Psychology-Specific Templates
- Mena.aiYesClinikoPartial
Practice management
- Patient Portal
- Mena.aiYesClinikoPartial
- Online Scheduling
- Mena.aiYesClinikoYes
- Telehealth / Video Calls
- Mena.aiYesClinikoYes
- Multi-Discipline Support (Physio, Osteo, etc.)
- Mena.aiNoClinikoYes
- Billing & Payments
- Mena.aiYesClinikoYes
Portugal & data protection
- GDPR / RGPD Data Protection
- Mena.aiYesClinikoPartial
- EU-Only Data Storage
- Mena.aiYesClinikoNo
- Designed for EU AI Act Human Oversight
- Mena.aiYesClinikoNo
- Portuguese Language AI
- Mena.aiYesClinikoNo
Plans & pricing
- Starting Price
- Mena.ai€39.99/moCliniko~€28/mo (AU$45)
Comparison based on each vendor's own public pages. Capabilities a vendor does not publicly document are shown as not stated rather than unavailable. Pricing and features change — please verify current details with each vendor.
Two approaches
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 AI drafting and clinical memory 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 that answers from your own notes
- Session recording with transcription with speaker labels you can correct
- AI note drafts organized with CBT vocabulary
- Cross-session clinical memory that surfaces your notes when you need them
- Built for the GDPR, and for the EU AI Act's transparency and human-oversight requirements
- Data stored exclusively in the European Union
When Mena fits
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 (AI-drafted notes, suggested CBT thinking patterns, validated questionnaires) and keeps all data in the EU.
- AI included in the Intelligent plan
- Paid plans start at EUR 39.99 per month, and the Intelligent plan, at EUR 79.99, includes AI clinical notes, session transcription, and suggested CBT thinking patterns.
- AI drafting and clinical memory on top of practice management
- Interactive AI assistant, suggested thinking patterns from 13 named CBT patterns that you confirm or reject, and cross-session clinical 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 questionnaires (PHQ-9, GAD-7), and cross-session clinical memory.
- 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 suggested CBT thinking patterns, AI clinical notes or cross-session clinical memory.
Where is data stored in Cliniko vs Mena?
Cliniko stores data on servers in Australia. Mena stores all data exclusively in the European Union and is built for the GDPR and European data protection rules.
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 clinical tools built specifically for psychology.
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 the Intelligent plan.