LGBT means lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the unique needs of these clients. Those who are LGBT can often feel alone, misunderstood, and considered socially depraved. This can be a quite challenging or painful existence, and leads many LGBT individuals to a lifestyle of substance abuse to alleviate this pain. Someone who is LGBT might not feel comfortable within a traditional rehab facility amongst people who aren't experiencing the same challenges they may be experiencing within their lives. A LGBT program offers an environment that is free from judgment, where LGBT clients can be completely safe and comfortable revealing to their peers and treatment counselors problems which should be handled to enable them to get better. Treatment counselors in a LGBT rehab can help clients repair relationships with their family, in the event their family disagree with their sexual choice as is usually the case. This situation is certainly a common trigger for abusing drugs, and it is a good example of something which could be handled in treatment. LGBT clients often simply want to be accepted within their lives, and rehabilitation will help them accept themselves and create confidence in order to lead a wholesome life clear of alcohol and drugs.