LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the unique needs of these clients. People who are LGBT can often feel alone, misunderstood, and viewed as socially depraved. This is often a very difficult or painful way to live, and leads many LGBT people to a lifestyle of substance abuse to numb this pain. Someone who is LGBT might not exactly feel comfortable inside a traditional treatment center amongst people who aren't experiencing the same challenges they may be experiencing in their lives. A LGBT center offers an environment that's totally free of judgment, where LGBT clients can feel completely safe and comfortable divulging to their peers and rehabilitation counselors issues which should be handled so that they can get better. Rehab counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients mend relationships with their family members, in the event that their family disagree with their sexual preference as is generally the case. This circumstance is certainly a frequent trigger for substance abuse, and is also an example of something which would be resolved in treatment. LGBT clients often just want to be accepted in their lives, and rehab will help them accept themselves and create confidence so that they can lead a healthy life free of drugs and alcohol.