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Irina Marenica

London,UK

Summary

Irina is a Chartered and HCPC Registered Occupational Psychologist with extensive expertise in adult cognitive and IQ assessments. She has conducted over 1,000 assessments across employment, education, and justice settings, working with individuals with specific learning difficulties (SpLDs) and a range of co-occurring mental and physical health conditions.


In addition to delivering assessments, Irina has trained and supervised peers, supporting the development of robust assessment practices and high-quality reporting standards within multidisciplinary teams. She is focused on providing evidence-based reports that are clear and accessible to support informed decision-making around cognitive functioning and individual needs.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Occupational Psychologist

UK
01.2019 - 06.2025

· Delivers cognitive and IQ assessments for adults with ADHD, autism and SpLD (e.g., dyslexia) in employment and education.

· Provides comprehensive and accessible reports with recommendations to tight deadlines.

· Collaborates with line managers, HR and senior leaders to implement inclusive and neuro-affirming systems.

· Facilitates training, onboarding, and peer supervision related to the delivery of assessment and support services.

· Offers professional input on complex case enquiries and resolution.

Occupational Psychologist in Training

Genius Within CIC
09.2015 - 08.2019
  • Conducted cognitive and IQ assessments in adult education and employment.
  • Produced high-quality technical reports with recommendations for career support, work and education accommodations.
  • Contributed to neurodiversity policy development and awareness training in educational and workplace settings.

Social Inclusion Case Manager

Genius Within CIC
12.2015 - 10.2017
  • Worked with individuals in prisons and probation settings to support reintegration into education and employment.
  • Delivered strengths-based group coaching focused on cognitive processing, goal setting and well-being.
  • Completed cognitive and IQ assessments to further inform support.
  • Raised awareness of neurodiversity and barriers to inclusion within the criminal justice system.

Volunteer Crisis Hotline Consultant & Board Member

Crisis and Counselling Centre Skalbes
Riga
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Offered psychological support for those in crisis via the national suicide prevention hotline.
  • Supported public awareness campaigns and policy initiatives in collaboration with NGOs and the Riga City Council.

Educational Psychologist

Preschool Educational Facility Dardedze
Riga
09.2012 - 08.2013

Conducted cognitive psychoeducational assessments using standardised psychometric tools for children with SpLDs, autism, ADHD, and mental health needs.

  • Contributed to multidisciplinary support plans.
  • Provided parental guidance and psychoeducation to support family engagement and child's development.

Supervised Training in Clinical Assessment & Counselling

University of Latvia / State Outpatient Clinic / Skalbes
Riga
09.2012 - 06.2013
  • Delivered supervised cognitive and IQ assessments for state disability services.
  • Provided supervised individual counselling using CBT and solution-focused methods.

Volunteer Assistant Psychologist

Stroke Survivors and Their Relatives Support Association VIGOR
Riga
02.2010 - 06.2011
  • Co-developed and facilitated support groups for stroke survivors and their families, focusing on social reintegration, cognition, and emotional support.

Education

MSc - Occupational Psychology

Birkbeck, University of London
01.2014 - 1 2016

MSc - Clinical Psychology (Distinction)

University of Latvia
01.2011 - 1 2013

BSc - Psychology (First Class Honours)

IHSPP
01.2007 - 1 2011

Skills

Cognitive and IQ assessments

Functional assessments for daily living, work, and education

Clear, accessible professional reports

Stakeholder liaison with efficient turnaround

Professional Memberships

  • British Psychological Society (BPS), Chartered Psychologist
  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), Registered Practitioner Psychologist
  • Association for Business Psychology (ABP), Full Member (MABP)
  • Association Skalbes (Latvia), Former Board Member

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Occupational Psychologist

UK
01.2019 - 06.2025

Social Inclusion Case Manager

Genius Within CIC
12.2015 - 10.2017

Occupational Psychologist in Training

Genius Within CIC
09.2015 - 08.2019

MSc - Occupational Psychology

Birkbeck, University of London
01.2014 - 1 2016

Educational Psychologist

Preschool Educational Facility Dardedze
09.2012 - 08.2013

Supervised Training in Clinical Assessment & Counselling

University of Latvia / State Outpatient Clinic / Skalbes
09.2012 - 06.2013

Volunteer Crisis Hotline Consultant & Board Member

Crisis and Counselling Centre Skalbes
01.2012 - 01.2014

MSc - Clinical Psychology (Distinction)

University of Latvia
01.2011 - 1 2013

Volunteer Assistant Psychologist

Stroke Survivors and Their Relatives Support Association VIGOR
02.2010 - 06.2011

BSc - Psychology (First Class Honours)

IHSPP
01.2007 - 1 2011
Irina Marenica