We are thrilled to announce that in April 2025, GHC-SCW will be opening a brand-new, larger Behavioral Health clinic on Olin Avenue in Madison. This new location will replace our current Capitol Regent Behavioral Health Clinic and is set to open on April 8, 2025. During the transition, our dedicated behavioral health providers will continue to offer services remotely, with some in-person appointments available at other clinics.
A New Space for Growth and Care
The new Olin Clinic promises to be an impressive and more accommodating space for our patients and staff. This building will feature 24 individual offices, two group therapy rooms, a multi-person office for program assistants and an occupational therapy gym. We’re incredibly excited about the upcoming launch of our new Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology services for the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) program this summer, which will further enhance our service offerings.
As for our staff, all team members from the Capitol Regent Clinic, including Outpatient, Behavioral Health Therapy, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health Triage & Crisis team and SPARC (the Strategies to Promote Attention and Resilience Clinic) will be making the move to the Olin Clinic. Over time, we plan to expand the team as the entire department grows and demand increases.
Why the Move?
The Capitol Regent Clinic has been the heart of our downtown behavioral health services for years. Still, as the department expanded, it became clear that a larger space was necessary to serve our growing patient base better. In the search for the ideal location, we prioritized several key factors:
- Accessibility: We carefully selected a convenient location in Madison for our patients, ensuring easy access for all.
- Adaptability: The Olin Avenue building offered a “blank space” that could be transformed to meet our specific needs, allowing us to design a clinic that aligns with our vision for quality care.
- Affordability: Our goal was to maintain a similar annual expense as our previous location, ensuring we could provide exceptional services without a significant increase in operational costs.
- Safety and Security: The safety of our patients and employees is always a priority. The new location features ample and accessible parking.
Honoring the Memory of LuAnne Rosa, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
The opening of our new clinic brings an opportunity to honor the memory of a respected and beloved past GHC-SCW employee. LuAnne Rosa, Psychiatric Nurse Practioner, retired from GHC in 2019 and unexpectedly died in October of 2022. Her colleagues remember her as a warm, compassionate, skilled provider who was an empathetic listener and an advocate for the most vulnerable among us. She will always be missed as a colleague and as a friend.
In her memory, GHC-SCW has dedicated one of the Olin Clinic group rooms to LuAnne. Her legacy will continue in this new space, and we are honored to keep her spirit alive in our work.
Looking Ahead: A Bright Future for Behavioral Health
Expanding into the new Olin Clinic is a significant milestone for GHC-SCW and the Madison community. With increased capacity and improved amenities, we’re excited to be even better equipped to meet our area’s growing demand for mental health and ASD services.
We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of our patients, families and staff, and we look forward to continuing our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care to all those in need. The new Olin Clinic will be a place of healing, growth and community, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone through its doors.
The GHC-SCW Pre-Professional Medical Diversity Scholarship seeks to award financial grants to under-represented students. Specifically, we are offering a scholarship for students who identify as Black, Indigenous, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander and/or Hispanic/Latinx who are currently enrolled in medical school (including residency), physician assistant and nurse practitioner programs in Wisconsin. The scholarship awards $5,000 grants to each of three selected scholars. The funds will be distributed in Fall of 2025. Scholars will be selected through an online application process due by July 15, 2025. In addition to the monetary scholarship, each scholar chosen will be awarded the opportunity for an on-site shadowing experience at GHC-SCW during the 2025 fall semester.
Eligibility:
• Pre-professional students or residents in a Wisconsin-based health science degree program (MD, DO, PA, and NP) or residency
• Identifies as Black, Indigenous, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander and/or Hispanic/Latinx
• Strong professional interest in a primary care career in Wisconsin
Selection Criteria:
Scholars will be chosen based on demonstrated interest in a primary care field in Wisconsin.
Deadline to Apply:
July 15th, 2025
Timeline:
Distribution of scholarship in October 2025 with an opportunity for a shadowing experience at GHC-SCW during the fall of 2025.
Apply Here
Every year, on the second Wednesday of March, we celebrate Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Day to recognize the vital role that Dietitian Nutritionists play in promoting health, wellness and nutrition. These experts take the science of nutrition and make it accessible, offering practical guidance on food and nutrition choices. They work in almost every field, including health care, education, fitness and the food industry, to improve the physical well-being of the public. From providing personalized advice to advocating for healthier food systems, RDNs are essential in helping people make informed decisions about their diet and lifestyle. Today and every day, we honor the incredible work of GHC-SCW nutrition experts who guide us toward healthier living.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are licensed health professionals who have completed extensive education and training in nutrition science, with a background that includes completing a graduate degree in nutrition or a related field, followed by a supervised internship (often referred to as a dietetic internship) and passing a national board exam to become licensed or credentialed. RDNs are equipped with the knowledge and expertise to offer evidence-based guidance on food and nutrition. Whether working in hospitals, private practices, schools or community settings, RDNs empower individuals and communities to make informed food choices for better health outcomes.
RDN Day is an essential reminder of nutrition’s impact on overall health and well-being. It’s a time to shine a spotlight on the expertise and dedication of RDNs who work tirelessly to help individuals improve their health, manage chronic conditions and prevent disease. Beyond individual care, RDNs also play a critical role in public health, advocating for nutrition policies that support healthier communities.
As we celebrate Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day, let’s take a moment to reflect on the invaluable role that our RDNs play in promoting healthier lives. Whether helping you manage a health condition, offering meal planning advice or advocating for better nutrition policies, RDNs are our allies in the journey toward better health. Let’s continue to support and celebrate their work, not just on this special day, but every day!
Talk with your primary care provider about meeting with a GHC-SCW Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.