Testimonials

Doing the coaching sessions with Almendra has given me many tools to work towards my goal. Almendra's accompaniment has been very professional, very kind and very effective. I feel that I have been able to reflect on very important issues, while always having a clear plan of action to make real changes.

Almendra me ha acompañado desde la presencia absoluta, escucha activa, siguiéndome por mis idas y venidas, pero nunca soltando el objetivo del proceso y de la sesión. Tiene un estilo muy dulce y personal, sientes que está ahí contigo incluso en sus silencios. Gracias Almendra, ha sido un verdadero placer hacer este viaje contigo. Me llevo herramientas, reflexiones y una gran coach.

 Marta Cuní

Almendra brings a high level of professionalism and a great depth of knowledge to workshops with my students. The information and frameworks she provides helps students frame and process their adjustment into the Spanish culture. I have worked with Almendra for 3 years, and known her for 20, and would not think of running a study abroad program in Spain without including a workshop with her for my students when they first arrive.

Georgetown University students in Madrid are offered the opportunity of participating in an individualized intercultural workshop with Intercultural Understanding. Many of our students take advantage of this privilege and it has now become a highlight of our program. Students find that Almendra offers profound insights and guidance to help them navigate cultural differences in Spain, throughout their travels through Europe and upon returning home. It is a meaningful way of framing their study abroad experience and the life lessons acquired.

Almendra has a warm, smart facilitator energy when she’s coaching. She is adaptable to the idea, and the problem that I brought each session. she’s relatable and calm and gave me some ideas about being more reliable and calm! She’s a fantastic listener and helped me manage my overeating; I’m very grateful.