Grief & Bereavement Support — My Next Steps of Morganton

What is grief & bereavement support?

Grief and addiction are often deeply connected — sometimes as a cause, sometimes as a complication of recovery. This service offers space to process loss directly, with a clinician who understands how grief and substance use can intersect, as part of a broader recovery or mental health plan.

Who this is for

Patients grieving the loss of a loved one

Patients whose substance use is connected to unresolved grief

Family members processing loss related to a loved one’s addiction

Referrals from hospice, funeral homes, or other community providers

What to expect

Initial conversation

A gentle first conversation to understand where you are.

Individualized support plan

Grief-focused care tailored to your situation.

Ongoing sessions

Continued support at a pace that works for you.

Integration with recovery care

Coordinated with your broader treatment when relevant.

April Marlowe, MD

Board-certified, Psychiatry & Addiction Psychiatry

MAHEC Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship graduate. Dr. Marlowe leads grief & bereavement support at My Next Steps, working closely with our counseling team on integrated treatment plans.

Ready to take the next step?

Whether you're reaching out for yourself or referring a patient, here's the fastest way to reach us.

Patients & families

Request an appointment directly. We'll follow up to confirm details and answer any questions before your first visit.

Request an appointment

Or call us directly at (828) 608-0953

Referring providers

Send a fast referral — no need to complete full intake paperwork. Our team will reach out to coordinate.

Complete referral form

Prefer to call it in? Reach us at (828) 608-0953