LGBT means lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the particular needs of these clients. Those who are LGBT can often feel alone, misunderstood, and viewed as socially depraved. This may be a very difficult or painful way to live, and leads many LGBT people to a lifestyle of drug use to alleviate this pain. Someone who is LGBT may not feel at ease in a traditional rehab program amongst people who aren't experiencing the same problems they are experiencing in their lives. A LGBT center offers an environment that's totally free of judgment, where LGBT clients can be completely safe and comfortable revealing to their peers and treatment counselors problems which have to be handled in order to get better. Rehab counselors within a LGBT rehab will help clients mend relationships with their loved ones, in the event that their family disagree with their sexual preference as is often the case. This situation is an extremely common trigger for substance abuse, and it is an illustration of something which will be handled in treatment. LGBT clients often only want to be accepted in their lives, and rehab will help them accept themselves and build confidence to be able to lead a healthy life clear of alcohol and drugs.