Occupation: Psychologist; Neuropsychologist
Education:
PhD, University of Vermont (1972)
MA, University of Vermont (1969)
BA, University of New Hampshire, cum laude (1967)
Certifications:
Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, ICATP (2019); Licensed Psychologist, New Hampshire (2017); Licensed Psychologist, New Jersey (2012); Diplomate & Fellow, American Board of Examiners (1998); Certified Professional Qualification (CPQ), ASPPB (1998); Licensed Psychologist, New York (1977); Certified, Behavioral Therapy (1976); Professional Qualification in Psychology, Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards, New York; Licensed and Board Certified Psychologist with Specialization in Forensic Psychology
Career:
Professor Emeritus, Mercy College (2008-Present)
Staff Psychologist, Saint Dominic’s Intermediate Care Facility for the Development Disabled, Blauvelt, NY (1980-2018)
Consulting Psychologist, Opengate Inc., Somers, NY (2006-2013)
Consulting Psychologist, Orange County AHRC, Newburgh, NY (1985-2009)
Professor, Mercy College (1969-2008)
Consulting Psychologist, Jewish Guild for the Blind, New York City (1983-2002)
Postdoctoral Internship, Ridge State Home And Training School, Colorado Department of Higher Education (1980)
Private Practice, Clinical Psychology & Psychological Evaluations
Career Related:
Consulting Psychologist, Opengate Inc., Somers, New York (2006-2013); Consulting Psychologist, Orange County (NY) AHRC (1982-2009); Neuro-forensic Psychologist, Supervised Life Styles Behavioral Health Clinic (2002-2009); Chair, Educational Psychology CLEP Test Development, Educational Testing Service (1999-2003); Consulting Psychologist, Jewish Guild for the Blind (NYC) (1982-2002)
Military:
With, United States Air Force
Creative Works:
Contributing Author, “Working with Visually Impaired Young Students: A Curriculum Guide for 3 to 5 Year Olds” (1998); Contributing Author, “Working with Visually Impaired Young Children: A Curriculum Guide for Birth -3 Year Olds” (1992)
Achievements:
Certified, Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (ICATP) (2019); Licensed and Board Certified Psychologist with Specialization in Forensic Neuro-Psych-Educational Consultation & Evaluation; Private Practice Referrals Focus on Diagnostically Complex Cases
Awards:
National Science Foundation Faculty Research/Participation Grantee, Education Commission of the States, National Assessment of Educational Progress (1976); National Defense Education Act Fellow, University of Vermont (1967-1969);
Memberships:
Member, American Psychological Association; Member, American College of Forensic Examiners International
Political Affiliation:
Independent
Religion:
Roman Catholic
Family:
Son of Joseph Anthony Trzasko and Lottie Marion Trzasko
Married: Anne Elizabeth (Kidd) Trzasko (06/26/1971)
Child: Dr. Joshua Damon, PhD
Grandchild: Hazel Irene
Grandmother: Madrous
