The Scientific Committee of ESPE
In order to ensure a perfect backing of teaching to research, ESPÉ has set up a Scientific Committee
The role of the Scientific Committee
Composed of experienced researchers and practitioners, the Scientific Committee is the guarantor of learning at the cutting edge of innovation in the field of psychology and ensures quality backing of teaching to research.
They are also the guarantors of advanced research teaching allowing those who wish to continue their studies with a PhD.
Cora Von Hammerstein
Doctor of clinical psychology and Lecturer
Specialized in the treatment of addictions with and without substances, cognitive-behavioral therapies and acceptance therapies with 11 years of experience in teaching, research and clinical practice.
Teacher at ESPE, teacher at Paris 8 University, Research Engineer & clinical psychologist APHP.
Florence Jary
Psychologist and Human Resources Consultant
Graduate from EPP (1988) and professional coach of the coaching academy (2006). 25 years of HR experience in large international groups in management and expertise roles in HR assessment and development.
Co-founder of Axomega-Care, a startup firm that designs "PSYGITALES", HR support methods based on the latest psychological and digital advances.
Gabriela Rezende
PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience and Developmental Psychologist
Specialized in the cognitive and social development of children and adolescents.
6 years of experience in university teaching:
Teacher in Experimental Psychology, Scientific Research Methodology and Statistical Data Analysis at the University of Paris Cité.
Independent trainer.
Cécilia Freire-Queijo
Work and organizational psychologist
Graduate from EPP (2022), independent clinical psychologist (children / adolescents / adults), integrative obedience.
Consultant in Human support for business transformations (specializing in large groups, multi-sector).
Co-Direction of an academic research (intergenerational study of engagement and turnover factors, JDR model) supported by a research center.
Gabriel Kropp
Clinical psychologist
A psychologist, couple and family therapist, psychodramatist, and psychoanalyst, he has been practicing for over two decades in both institutional and private settings.
His professional background in hospital environments, child protection services, and as a trainer—enriched by his involvement in associative work—continues to inform and deepen his clinical practice and theoretical reflection.
Today, his work focuses on the relationship between body, speech, and unconscious movements, exploring creativity, expression, and transformation within each therapeutic process.
Anna Cognet-Ayem
PhD, HDR in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology
PhD and HDR in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology, clinical psychologist, and lecturer–researcher.
Areas of expertise: psychoanalysis, clinical psychopathology, perinatal psychology, anthropology, children and adolescents.
She works as a lecturer and as a clinical psychologist in private practice.
Hélène Zapata
Director of HR programs
Work and organizational psychologist.
Specialist in Talent Management, HR consultant and teacher at EPP during 5 years
Hélène Zapata
Director of HR programs
Psychologist, graduate of the EPP (2015), and entrepreneur.
Master’s level lecturer (Master 2) at Paris Dauphine University since 2018.