LGBT is short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are centers which address the particular needs of these clients. Individuals who are LGBT can often feel alone, not understood, and considered socially depraved. This is often a very difficult and painful existence, and leads many LGBT individuals to a life of substance abuse to numb this pain. Someone who is LGBT might not feel relaxed within a traditional rehabilitation center amongst individuals who aren't experiencing the same problems they are experiencing of their lives. A LGBT program provides an environment that is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can feel totally safe and comfortable divulging to their peers and rehabilitation counselors issues which should be handled so that they can recover. Rehab counselors in a LGBT rehab can help clients mend relationships with their family, in case their loved ones disagree with their sexual preference as is often the case. This circumstance is definitely a frequent trigger for substance abuse, and is also a good example of an issue that can be handled in rehab. LGBT clients often only want to be accepted in their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and build confidence in order to lead a healthy life free of alcohol and drugs.