For too many years gay and lesbian addict and alcoholics have had try their best to fit into a “straight” alcohol rehab. While many might say this is not a big deal, an addict is an addict, I wonder how a hetersexual might feel in a gay alcohol rehab?

While an alcohol rehab does not have to be entirely gay to provide quality and effective alcohol adiction treatment for the gay and lesbian, they do at a minimum have to have a storng focus on treating the gay population. That means specialty groups and educational classes to provide gays the opportunity to share safely regarding internalized homophobia, shame and past self destructive behavior. That is not easily done in a group or environment comprised of the same people responsible for creating judemental attitudes, homophobia, prejudice and discrimination.

To this end, if you are looking for a gay alcohol rehab or gay friendly alcohol rehab, try calling Recovery Connection and they can help you with your search.