Bridget Gordon : In 2000 , I found out I have HIV , and that my new husband has it , too . I still live . Gordon : I was a wreck , I asked : How did this happen ? Was this a death sentence ? She said luckily she found a therapist who helped her get her through the crisis . Gordon : For those who live with HIV / AIDS , access to mental health care is critical .
Bridget Gordon : In 2000 , I found out I have HIV , and that my new husband has it , too . Gordon : I was a wreck , I asked : How did this happen ? Was this a death sentence ? She said luckily she found a therapist who helped her get her through the crisis . Gordon : For those who live with HIV / AIDS , access to mental health care is critical .