I (39m) have not personally been in an abusive relationship, though my best friend (28f) has been in a physically/emotionally/just about every form of abuse for the last 6 months. She considers my house her safe space, and comes over when she is truly scared.

Her abuser is now in jail, because he made treats to me that, and I reported it. My friend can now begin her healing process, and she does still state that she has feelings for her abuser. She even told me herself she thinks she has Stockholm Syndrome, and I told her I agree., but it is very helpful that she recognizes that.

I told her that she's gonna have feelings that I won't understand, and that's okay, no one can really tell her what healing will look like for her, and that I will always be there if she needs anything, but I will try to give her space as well.

Any other advice to help her through this difficult time is welcome. Just trying to be the best friend I can be and help her stay safe and be kind to herself.