Do Better Pod Live Recording - Interview with Amanda "Mandy" Ralston

In this episode Dr. Megan and Joe had the pleasure of interviewing one of the most innovative behavior analysts there is: Amanda "Mandy" Ralston. Our conversation focused on the new technology Amanda has created that is changing the landscape of how we develop treatment plans as behavior analysts. Tune in to find out more!

LINKS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT AMANDA:

• Knowetic.ai
• https://www.amandaralston.com/
• NonBinary Solutions

AI Summary from Fathom:

Meeting purpose

Live recording of the "Do Better Podcast" featuring guest Amanda "Mandy" Ralston discussing her innovative AI-powered clinical decision support software for behavior analysts.

Key Takeaways

• Knowetic is a pioneering clinical decision support system for behavior analysts, offering standardized intake, goal development, and treatment intensity forecasting
• The software aims to enhance clinical decision-making by providing AI-assisted record review and recommendations based on 25+ years of practitioner experience
• Knowetic addresses the complexity of autism and co-occurring conditions, emphasizing individualized, holistic treatment planning
• The platform will incorporate standardized assessment tools (e.g. BHI) and aims to gather data to improve treatment outcomes across the field

Introduction to Knowetic AI

• Knowetic is a subscription-based software platform for clinicians
• Three main modules: care navigation, goal development, and intensity forecasting
• Provides standardized intake process and builds behavioral profiles
• Offers treatment recommendations based on 25+ years of clinical experience
• Emphasizes clinician decision-making, not replacing clinical judgment

KnowYeti AI Assistant

• HIPAA-compliant chatbot within Knowetic
• Quickly reads and summarizes uploaded patient documents
• Assists with record review and treatment plan writing
• Does not access internet or retain information between sessions

Data Collection and Future Development

• Standardized data collection allows for comparison across patients
• Future plans to employ machine learning for pattern recognition and outcome prediction
• Collaboration with Dr. Hanley to incorporate BHI (Behavioral Health Index) into the software

Expanding ABA Beyond Autism

• Discussion on applying behavior analysis to other fields (e.g., substance abuse, human trafficking)
• Emphasis on research, data collection, and dissemination to expand ABA's reach
• Networking and interdisciplinary collaboration as key to expanding influence

Amanda Ralston's Career Journey

• 25+ years of experience in behavior analysis
• Transitioned from clinical practice to tech entrepreneurship
• Extensive networking and public speaking leading to diverse opportunities

Next Steps

• Interested parties can sign up for a demo of Knowetic at Knowetic.ai
• Follow Amanda Ralston on social media for updates (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook)