About Us

Communimetrics Group was established in response to a burgeoning need for web-based technology, data systems design, and program implementation to support the use of the CANS/ANSA/FAST methodology. Developed by John S. Lyons, Ph.D as a communication integration tool, the CANS/ANSA measures clinical client outcomes in a variety of settings.

Communimetrics Group offers consultation related to all aspects of CANS/ANSA/FAST implementation, from staff training to program evaluation, from data system design to data analysis, Communimetrics Group translates CANS/ANSA/FAST from concept to reality.

Expanding on the notion of communication integration, Communimetrics Group has created tools for Mental Health, Child Welfare, Juvenile Justice and other specific populations. CANS Central, a virtual Community Center for users of the CANS/ANSA methodology. At CANS Central, users can participate in online CANS/ANSA/FAST training and recertification; access web-based CANS/ANSA/FAST, research CANS/ANSA/FAST data from across the nation.

Communimetrics Group offers customized data management systems to CANS/ANSA/FAST users, allowing for web-based data collection and management, customized outcome and management reports to document program/treatment effectiveness. Applications can be hosted by Communimetrics Group or can be adapted to be hosted by the client's own IS department.

"The Communimetrics Group offers a unique opportunity to facilitate the development of the CANS community. As we strive to work collaboratively to improve services for children, families and adults, having a common training and data management site that many jurisdictions can use is an important tool." - John S. Lyons 6/29/2006