LGBT is short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the unique needs of these clients. People who are LGBT can feel alone, misunderstood, and considered socially depraved. This is often an extremely tough and painful existence, and leads many LGBT individuals to a lifestyle of substance abuse to numb this pain. Someone who is LGBT might not feel relaxed inside a conventional rehab program amongst individuals who aren't experiencing the same challenges they are experiencing in their lives. A LGBT center offers an environment that is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can be completely safe and comfortable divulging to their peers and rehabilitation counselors problems which should be handled to be able to get well. Rehab counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients mend relationships with their family, in the event their loved ones disagree with their sexual preference as is generally the case. This circumstance is certainly a frequent trigger for substance abuse, which is an example of an issue that can be resolved in rehab. LGBT clients often just want to be accepted in their lives, and treatment will help them accept themselves and build confidence to enable them to lead a healthy life free from alcohol and drugs.