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Rainbow Project

Madison, WI

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Telehealth

Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Madison, WI · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Rainbow Project: (608) 255-7356

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About Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project helps children and families who have gone through trauma, abuse, violence, or loss. They offer early intervention, therapy, crisis response, and in-home support. Their services are focused on young children, especially those under age 11. The center is known for its caring, play-based methods that promote healing and growth.
Their team uses trauma-informed therapy, including play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and family counseling. These therapies help children express feelings, build coping skills, and strengthen relationships with their caregivers. By working closely with families, therapists help create safe, stable environments where children can recover emotionally and thrive.
They offer specialized programs like De Mujer a Mujer, a support group for Spanish-speaking women dealing with trauma and stress, and Coaches' Corner, which helps adults build parenting and emotional support skills. Other programs include Rapid Response for crisis support and FACE Kids to help children manage anxiety, grief, and behavior. Services are offered in both English and Spanish, with a focus on cultural understanding and respect for each family’s background.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Other State funds; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

2096 Red Arrow Trail, Madison, WI 53711

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Facility direct line

(608) 255-7356

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rainbow Project accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Rainbow Project accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific WI Medicaid plan. Call (608) 255-7356 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Rainbow Project offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Rainbow Project have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Rainbow Project use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Rainbow Project?
Call the facility directly at (608) 255-7356 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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