I support couples in exploring the underlying reasons they get stuck in negative patterns instead of just focusing on surface issues. (growthandwellness.org)
Marriage counseling that focuses on communication is really only dealing with surface issues. (carycounseling.net)
By working through surface issues, they can learn what their real problems are and gain a better understanding of the other person, potentially resolving some of the deeper - set difficulties. (familydisputesolutions.com)