Marriage rates supposedly are on the decline. While it’s an oft-repeated statistic that 50 percent of first marriages end in divorce, that number has remained unchanged for the past 30 years. Divorce rates also vary with the partners’ level of education, religious beliefs, and many other factors. When couples encounter problems or issues, they may wonder when it is appropriate to seek marriage counseling or even couples therapy. If you're wondering the same then you've come to the right place.