LGBT is short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the unique needs of these clients. Those who are LGBT can feel alone, misunderstood, and considered socially depraved. This can be a very difficult and painful way to live, and leads many LGBT people to a lifestyle of drug abuse to alleviate these feelings. Somebody who is LGBT may not feel comfortable within a conventional rehab program amongst individuals who aren't experiencing the same challenges they may be experiencing within their lives. A LGBT facility provides an environment that is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can feel totally safe and comfortable divulging to their peers and treatment counselors problems which have to be handled to be able to get better. Treatment counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients mend relationships with their loved ones, in the event that their loved ones disagree with their sexual preference as is often the case. This circumstance is an extremely common trigger for substance abuse, and is also an example of a thing that will be handled in rehabilitation. LGBT clients often would like to be accepted within their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and build confidence in order to lead a healthy life free of drugs and alcohol.