06/04/2026
It’s the story of a patient whose daily life was ruled by fear.
“I was diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder, with themes around health, safety and contamination,” he said. “I would constantly think something terrible was about to happen like my boiler exploding and hurting my family. The only way I could get relief was by checking it over and over again.”
After traditional talk therapy didn’t work, he found hope through Bridgeport Hospital’s REACH Program.
“A higher level of care is often needed when symptoms continue to worsen despite outpatient treatment, or when daily functioning starts to decline,” explained Ashley Williams, LCSW, who works in the program. “Programs like REACH provide a structured environment with more frequent, targeted interventions.”
At REACH, he began Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy and got his life back.
“Joining REACH is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made,” he said. “This program gave me my life back. I can find joy again. I’m singing and dancing around the house like I used to. I’m a better husband, a better dad.” http://ynh.care/1n7
