Mr. Derek Blagojevic, LCSW

Merrillville, Telehealth

Education

School:

Campbellsville University, Kentucky

Saint Joseph’s College

Degrees:

Master of Social Work

Bachelors of Science Psychology

Additional Certificates: 

Sand Play Therapy

Sensate Focus

Derek Blagojevic, LCSW is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their therapeutic goals, with a particular emphasis on supporting adults experiencing anxiety, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those facing behavioral addictions. Derek earned his Master’s in Social Work from Campbellsville University in Kentucky and has extensive experience working with clients across all age groups. This includes supporting helping teenagers navigate emotional and behavioral challenges, exploring coping skills for managing anxiety and mood disorders, and providing treatment for adults struggling with addiction.

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Derek is passionate about helping individuals explore their identities beyond societal and cultural expectations. He takes a holistic approach to therapy, integrating mind and body wellness by incorporating elements of overall health to promote a deeper sense of well-being. Using a strength-based approach, combining Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and solution-focused techniques to build tangible skills and foster personal growth. Derek is committed to providing a supportive and empowering environment for all his clients.

Issues Treated

Addiction
Anxiety Disorders
Coping Skills
Cultural Identity
Gender-Specific Issues
Identity-Related Concerns
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Stress Management
Workplace Stress
Sexual Dysfunction

Specialties

Anxiety
Behavioral Addiction
LGBTQ+ Issues

Session Types

Telehealth
Individual Therapy

Age Specialties

Emerging Adults (18-25)
Adults

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Sensate Focus