LGBT is short for 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 is often a quite challenging and painful way to live, and leads many LGBT individuals to a lifestyle of substance abuse to numb this pain. Somebody who is LGBT may not feel at ease in a conventional treatment center amongst folks who aren't experiencing the same problems they are experiencing in their lives. A LGBT rehab provides an environment that's totally free of judgment, where LGBT clients can feel totally comfortable and safe divulging to their peers and treatment counselors issues which should be handled to be able to get better. Rehab counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients mend relationships with their family, in case their family disagree with their sexual preference as is usually the case. This circumstance is an extremely frequent trigger for drug use, and is a good example of something which can be resolved in rehabilitation. LGBT clients often only want to be accepted within their lives, and rehab will help them accept themselves and build confidence in order to lead a wholesome life clear of drugs and alcohol.