LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the unique needs of these clients. People who are LGBT can often feel alone, misunderstood, and viewed as socially depraved. This may be an extremely tough and painful way to live, and leads many LGBT people to a life of substance abuse to numb these feelings. Somebody who is LGBT may not feel comfortable in a traditional rehab facility amongst people who aren't experiencing the same challenges they are experiencing within their lives. A LGBT center provides an environment which is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can feel totally comfortable and safe revealing to their peers and rehabilitation counselors issues which should be handled to be able to get better. Rehabilitation counselors in the LGBT rehab can help clients repair relationships with their loved ones, in case their family disagree with their sexual choice as is often the case. This circumstance is definitely a frequent trigger for drug abuse, and is also an example of something would be handled in rehab. LGBT clients often would like to be accepted within their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and build confidence to be able to lead a wholesome life free from drugs and alcohol.