LGBT is short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and there are programs which address the particular needs of these clients. Those who are LGBT can feel alone, misunderstood, and considered socially unwanted. This may be a quite challenging or painful existence, and leads many LGBT individuals to a life of drug abuse to alleviate this pain. Someone who is LGBT may not feel comfortable within a traditional treatment program amongst folks who aren't experiencing the same challenges they are experiencing within their lives. A LGBT rehab provides an environment which can be free of judgment, where LGBT clients can be totally safe and comfortable revealing to their peers and treatment counselors problems which have to be handled in order to get well. Rehab counselors in a LGBT rehab will help clients repair relationships with their family, in the event that their family disagree with their sexual preference as is often the case. This situation is an extremely frequent trigger for substance abuse, and is an example of something which would be resolved in rehabilitation. LGBT clients often simply want to be accepted within their lives, and treatment will help them accept themselves and create confidence in order to lead a wholesome life free from alcohol and drugs.