LGBT is short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are centers which address the unique needs of these clients. Those who are LGBT can feel alone, misunderstood, and viewed as socially unwanted. This can be an extremely tough and painful existence, and leads many LGBT people to a life of substance abuse to numb this pain. Somebody who is LGBT might not exactly feel comfortable in a conventional treatment program amongst folks who aren't experiencing the same challenges they are experiencing in their lives. A LGBT facility offers an environment that is totally free of judgment, where LGBT clients can be completely comfortable and safe divulging to their peers and rehab counselors problems which should be handled in order to recover. Treatment counselors in a LGBT rehab can help clients mend relationships with their loved ones, in case their loved ones disagree with their sexual choice as is usually the case. This situation is an extremely common trigger for abusing drugs, and is also an illustration of something will be resolved in rehab. LGBT clients often simply want to be accepted within their lives, and treatment will help them accept themselves and build confidence to be able to lead a healthy life free from drugs and alcohol.