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Murphy-Harpst Children's Center

Cedartown, GA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults Court-Ordered · Forensic

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Cedartown, GA · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Murphy-Harpst Children's Center

  • Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Private insurance
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Cedartown, GA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Murphy-Harpst Children's Center

This provider has supported children to young adults for over 100 years, serving those with mental health challenges, trauma histories, and co-occurring needs through residential and transitional care. The nonprofit accepts referrals from state agencies and supports youth with diagnoses that impact behavior, emotional regulation, and social functioning across residential, transitional, and in-home settings.
Clinicians build individualized care plans that include therapy, life skills, and academic support. Residents engage in one-on-one, group, and family therapy, along with psychiatric services and behavior-focused counseling. Staff integrate spiritual guidance, equine therapy, and recreational programming to help youth build coping skills and develop stability in daily routines and relationships.
Children live on a 160-acre campus with gender-based dorms, access to a school on-site, and space for animals, sports, and gardening. The program includes structured daily schedules, shared bedrooms, and group dining. Kids participate in outdoor activities, animal-assisted sessions, and seasonal events. A transitional dorm supports young adults as they prepare for independent living.

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

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

Murphy-Harpst Children's Center at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

740 Fletcher Street, Cedartown, GA 30125

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Facility direct line

(770) 748-1500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Murphy-Harpst Children's Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Murphy-Harpst Children's Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific GA Medicaid plan. Call (770) 748-1500 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Murphy-Harpst Children's Center offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Murphy-Harpst Children's Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Murphy-Harpst Children's Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Murphy-Harpst Children's Center?
Call the facility directly at (770) 748-1500 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: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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