Abortion care is so stigmatized that many clients are hesitant to bring it up with their care providers. We surveyed hundreds of pregnant clients in the South and found that they had a more positive counseling experience when they discussed all options with their provider.
Clients also shared with us in interviews that they viewed their provider as more professional and competent when their provider offered to discuss all options without bias or judgment. This was even true for clients who planned to continue their pregnancy.