LGBT is short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are centers which address the particular needs of these clients. People who are LGBT can often feel alone, not understood, and considered socially depraved. This can be a very hard or painful existence, and leads many LGBT people to a life of drug abuse to numb this pain. Somebody who is LGBT may not feel comfortable in a traditional rehab program amongst people who aren't experiencing the same challenges they may be experiencing within their lives. A LGBT center offers an environment that is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can be completely safe and comfortable revealing to their peers and rehabilitation counselors issues which should be resolved so that they can get well. Treatment counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients fix relationships with their family members, in the event their loved ones disagree with their sexual choice as is generally the case. This situation is definitely a frequent trigger for abusing drugs, which is a good example of an issue that can be handled in treatment. LGBT clients often would like to be accepted in their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and build confidence to enable them to lead a wholesome life free from drugs and alcohol.