People commonly seek relationship or marriage counselling when they no longer feel secure within their relationship. A strained relationship stems from absence of communication and awareness between two people. Relationship problems continue when people are not conscious of their behaviour or are too proud to admit that their relationship needs external help.
Theorist John Gottman’s research shows that couples wait an average of six years before seeking relationship help by which time further issues develop. People need to feel secure with primary attachments to their family and partners. Having a secure, loving relationship fights off disease and extends life expectancy.