LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are facilities which address the particular needs of these clients. Individuals who are LGBT can feel alone, misunderstood, and viewed as socially depraved. This is sometimes a very hard and painful existence, and leads many LGBT individuals to a life of drug use to alleviate these feelings. Someone who is LGBT might not exactly feel relaxed inside a conventional rehab center amongst folks who aren't experiencing the same problems they are experiencing of their lives. A LGBT center provides an environment that is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can be totally safe and comfortable revealing to their peers and treatment counselors issues which should be resolved so that they can get better. Rehabilitation counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients repair relationships with their family, in the event their loved ones disagree with their sexual choice as is often the case. This situation is definitely a frequent trigger for substance abuse, and it is an example of an issue that will be handled in treatment. LGBT clients often would like to be accepted in their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and create confidence so that they can lead a wholesome life free from drugs and alcohol.