You might tell her that you will always be there for her, but you aren't a counselor and are uncomfortable listening to the intimate details of her relationship. There is information about two books at the bottom of the page. You could let her know that you want to talk to her, but limit contact to once a week or twice a month. Consider this your act of kindness, instead of thinking of it as a friendship. Perhaps, someday, when she is free of him, a natural friendship can re-develop.
Helps explain the different perspectives of the victim and the abuser.
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