Project Feature: UW Medicine, Center for Behavioral Health and Learning by Cannon Design
Like most states in the U.S., Washington is facing a significant mental health crisis, with over 1.26 million residents in the state affected by mental health disorders, and only about a third receiving adequate care.
The new six-story Center for Behavioral Health and Learning, located adjacent to the existing acute care hospital on the UW Medical Center Northwest Campus, is a fully integrated space designed to offer a welcoming and healing environment for individuals facing both physical and behavioral health challenges. The design team at SRG + CannonDesign has crafted an innovative model that seamlessly blends patient-centered mental healthcare, integrated medical services, and workforce training, setting a new standard in holistic care.
The building offers a complete spectrum of clinical services in one location. Key features include:
- 75 beds for patients receiving court-ordered treatment, who require up to 180 days of intensive mental health treatment.
- The Garvey Institute Center for Neuromodulation on the first floor provides both outpatient and inpatient services, including electroconvulsive therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation.
- Specialized geriatric care spaces for patients aged 60 or older with complex medical needs.
- Spaces to treat those with both mental and physical conditions, offering a holistic approach to treatment that aims for better long-term outcomes.
Learn more about this innovative project by watching the video above.