Design For Life: Why haven’t I met my boyfriend’s family or friends?

This week, a reader asks therapist Fiona Brennan for advice on how to deal with her other half’s apparent reticence to introduce her to his social circle

‘I can’t help but feel insecure about the fact that I’ve met very few of his friends in real life and I haven’t met his family at all’

Dear Expert,

I was wondering if you could help me address a problem I’m having in my relationship. My boyfriend and I have been together for a little over a year – we met pre-pandemic and things took off quickly. We’re living together now and are very happy. However, I can’t help but feel insecure about the fact that I’ve met very few of his friends in real life and I haven’t met his family ...