Murphy-Harpst Childrens Centers Inc

Murphy-Harpst Children’s Centers Inc., located in Cedartown, Georgia, has been a place of stability and healing for vulnerable youth for more than a century. Founded in 1924 by Sarah Murphy and Ethel Harpst, the organization continues its mission of providing a safe, therapeutic environment for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, trauma, or severe behavioral challenges. The center partners closely with local and state agencies to offer residential treatment, specialized foster care, and community-based programs that support the mental health and emotional well-being of at-risk youth.

The facility provides a highly structured, trauma-informed continuum of care that includes individual, group, and family therapy, along with on-campus education through its accredited academy. Murphy-Harpst also offers unique therapeutic opportunities such as equine-assisted psychotherapy and recreation therapy, helping children develop emotional regulation, social skills, and positive coping strategies. With transitional living services available to young adults aging out of care, the organization remains committed to guiding residents toward independence, stability, and long-term success. Through its blend of evidence-based treatment, compassionate mentorship, and supportive programming, Murphy-Harpst continues to serve as a vital resource for Georgia’s children and families.