Ms Salimata Diop 

Introduction of Salimata Diop – Psychopedagogue and Practitioner in psycho-emotional support in Geneva (child and adult)

Salimata Diop supports children, adolescents, and adults through an individualized educational psychology approach, within the Hope Educational Psychology Practice located in Châtelaine (Geneva). She holds a degree in Child and Adolescent Developmental Psychology, complemented by a degree in Educational Sciences from Paris X University.

She works with young people:

• With or without Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDD): ADHD, DYS disorders, ASD, giftedness
• Experiencing academic, emotional, or attention difficulties
• Who need personalized support in their learning

What is educational psychology?

Educational psychology is a discipline at the intersection of psychology and education sciences. It considers the child as a whole: their learning mechanisms, emotions, family and school environment, and personal experience. It allows for the development of personalized, sustainable, and compassionate support strategies.

What Salimata Diop offers:

• Tailored support adapted to the child’s pace
• Customized tools to facilitate learning
• Work on motivation, emotions, and self-confidence
• Knowledge of both French and Swiss educational systems
• Personalized adjustments during school hours to support classroom learning
• Practical and concrete advice for families, including tools to guide them in daily life

Supporting parents through the Barkley program

Because helping a child also means supporting their parents, Salimata DIOP offers sessions based on the Parent Training Program (PEHP) developed by Dr. Russell Barkley, known for its effectiveness with children diagnosed with ADHD or ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder).

This program aims to:

• Better understand the child’s neurological and emotional functioning
• Provide parents with practical tools to manage challenging behaviors
• Establish a clear, consistent, and safe educational framework
• Reduce conflicts and restore a calmer family atmosphere
• Strengthen the parent-child bond by encouraging positive interactions

PEHP takes place over several sessions, in a caring and non-judgmental atmosphere, with the belief that parents, too, can learn, adjust, and grow.

Consultations are offered at the Hope Educational Psychology Practice, in an environment that is:

• Caring
• Safe
• Respectful of each child’s individual rhythm

Hope is both a specialized support practice and a place of listening, resources, and relief for children and their families.

Because every child deserves an environment that respects their uniqueness and support that helps them unlock their full potential.

Book an appointment online with Salimata Diop on OneDoc for support tailored to your child.