LGBT is short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the particular needs of these clients. Individuals who are LGBT can often feel alone, not understood, and considered socially depraved. This can be a very hard and painful existence, and leads many LGBT individuals to a lifestyle of substance abuse to numb this pain. Somebody who is LGBT might not exactly feel comfortable in a conventional rehabilitation center amongst individuals who aren't experiencing the same challenges they are experiencing within their lives. A LGBT center offers an environment that's totally free of judgment, where LGBT clients can feel totally comfortable and safe divulging to their peers and rehabilitation counselors problems which have to be handled to enable them to get better. Rehab counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients fix 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 drug use, which is a good example of something which will be handled in rehab. LGBT clients often just want to be accepted in their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and build confidence to be able to lead a wholesome life without any alcohol and drugs.