Curio Counselling vs. Sana Psychological Calgary: Comparing Two Inner-City Therapy Practices

Curio Counselling (Calgary SW) and Sana Psychological (Calgary SE) are both evidence-based private practices with strong reputations. Here is how they compare for clients deciding between them.

Calgary's inner-city therapy market includes a growing number of private practices offering evidence-based care with professional teams. Curio Counselling and Sana Psychological are two of the more frequently compared options among Calgary residents seeking quality individual or couples therapy. They differ in location, team size, modality emphasis, and client population range.

Location and Geographic Access

Curio Counselling is located at 1414 8 St SW, Suite 200 — in Calgary's inner SW, walkable from the Beltline and Mission areas, and easily accessible from downtown and SW communities including Marda Loop, Altadore, and Bankview. In-person and virtual sessions are available.

Sana Psychological is based in Midnapore in SE Calgary, making it the more practical in-person option for clients in SE communities including Midnapore, Shawnessy, Sundance, and the broader south SE. Virtual sessions are available across Alberta.

Geography is a practical first filter. If you are in inner SW Calgary, Curio's location is more accessible. If you are in SE Calgary, Sana's location removes a commute barrier.

Therapeutic Modalities

Sana Psychological uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) as their primary clinical modalities. ART is a relatively newer evidence-based approach that uses voluntary image replacement alongside guided eye movements to process traumatic or distressing memories. It produces results in fewer sessions than traditional trauma therapy for many clients. Sana's team addresses trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, ADHD, stress, and emotional regulation.

Curio Counselling offers a broader modality range: CBT, EMDR, EFT, Gottman Method, DBT, ACT, somatic approaches, narrative therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and group therapy. For clients whose presenting concern requires a specific modality — EMDR-certified trauma processing, EFT for couples distress, or ERP for OCD specifically — Curio's specialist depth is an advantage.

Age Range and Population

Sana Psychological serves clients aged 5 and up, including children, which places them in the same family-inclusive range as Curio.

Curio Counselling serves individuals, couples, families, and children and youth through dedicated child therapy, play therapy, and family counselling services. Group therapy programs are also available, which Sana does not prominently feature.

Clinical Distinctives

Sana's use of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a genuine differentiator — it is not widely available in Calgary, and for clients who want a fast-acting, evidence-based trauma approach that differs from EMDR, ART is worth exploring.

Curio's distinctives include play therapy for children under 12, art therapy for clients who process better through creative modalities, Gottman Method certified couples therapy, and EMDR-certified trauma practitioners — services that are not interchangeable with general counselling.

Direct Billing and Fees

Both practices offer direct billing to major Alberta insurance plans, reducing upfront costs for clients with extended health benefits. Fee ranges for both clinics are consistent with Calgary private practice norms: approximately $130 to $240 per session depending on therapist credential level.

Who Each Clinic Serves Best

Choose Curio Counselling if:

• You are in inner SW Calgary
• You need play therapy, art therapy, EMDR, EFT, or Gottman Method specifically
• You want couples or family therapy alongside individual work
• You are looking for group therapy options

Choose Sana Psychological if:

• You are in SE Calgary and want in-person therapy without a cross-city commute
• You are interested in ART as a trauma modality specifically
• You want a CBT-primary approach for anxiety, depression, or OCD

Curio Counselling Calgary

Address: 1414 8 St SW, Suite 200, Calgary, AB T2R 1J6

Phone: 403-243-0303

Website: curiocounselling.ca