LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are centers which address the particular needs of these clients. Those who are LGBT can feel alone, not understood, and considered socially unwanted. This can be a very difficult and painful existence, and leads many LGBT people to a lifestyle of drug abuse to numb this pain. Somebody who is LGBT might not feel comfortable in a traditional rehab facility amongst individuals who aren't experiencing the same challenges they may be experiencing of their lives. A LGBT rehab provides an environment that's totally free of judgment, where LGBT clients can be totally comfortable and safe divulging to their peers and rehabilitation counselors issues which should be handled in order to recover. Rehabilitation counselors in a LGBT rehab can help clients fix relationships with their family members, in the event their loved ones disagree with their sexual preference as is generally the case. This circumstance is an extremely common trigger for substance abuse, and it is an illustration of something will be handled in rehab. LGBT clients often simply want to be accepted in their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and create confidence to be able to lead a wholesome life free from alcohol and drugs.