LGBT represents lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the particular needs of these clients. Individuals who are LGBT can feel alone, misunderstood, and viewed as socially depraved. This can be a quite challenging or painful existence, and leads many LGBT individuals to a lifestyle of drug abuse to alleviate these feelings. Somebody who is LGBT might not feel safe inside a traditional treatment center amongst folks who aren't experiencing the same challenges they may be experiencing within their lives. A LGBT rehab offers an environment that is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can be completely safe and comfortable revealing to their peers and treatment counselors issues which should be resolved to enable them to get well. Rehab counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients mend relationships with their family, in the event their loved ones disagree with their sexual preference as is often the case. This circumstance is an extremely common trigger for drug use, and is also an example of an issue that will be resolved in rehabilitation. LGBT clients often would like to be accepted in their lives, and treatment will help them accept themselves and create confidence to be able to lead a wholesome life without any alcohol and drugs.