Portage, IN Local Support & Community Resources

Tiffany Green is a Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 15 years of experience in social services and clinical practice. She has had the privilege of serving at-risk children and their families in Chicago and Northwest Indiana across various capacities. Tiffany employs evidence-based interventions tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual she works with. Her therapeutic approaches include playful and artistic therapy, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. Additionally, she offers holistic wellness options including Mindfulness, Meditation practices, Restorative techniques, and Trauma-Informed Yoga. Tiffany is skilled in working with diverse groups, including young children, teens, LGBTQ individuals, and families involved with probation and the Department of Child Services. She prioritizes a strengths-based and client-centered approach, aiming to empower clients with the tools needed to live their best lives. Tiffany invites individuals on a transformative journey toward wellness and positive mental health, encouraging them to collaborate in crafting their personalized healing plan. Her philosophy echoes the spirit of a lotus flower: trusting in the light, growing through challenges, and believing in new beginnings.

Monica Mccombs, a dedicated Counselor with credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), is passionate about guiding individuals through their healing journeys. She understands that past experiences can create persistent distress, with painful memories surfacing at inconvenient times. With her compassionate approach, Monica specializes in helping clients navigate through emotional dysregulation caused by issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma responses, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and life stressors. Her therapeutic modalities—including Trauma-Focused therapy, Person-Centered approaches, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—allow her to tailor her methods to the unique needs of each individual. Monica believes that every person possesses the inherent tools to lead a successful and fulfilling life, even if these tools may feel temporarily beyond reach due to various influences. Her commitment is to assist individuals in identifying and overcoming these barriers, ensuring they can reclaim the quality of life they deserve. With eagerness, Monica looks forward to walking alongside clients on their journey of recovery.

David Parks, a dedicated psychologist, leads the team at Parks Associates in their mission to support the psychological health needs of the community. With expertise in serving children, adolescents, and adults, David provides therapy for individuals, couples, and families, aiming to foster a healthier community. His practice includes specialized treatment and psychological testing for various issues, such as addiction, trauma, and ADD/ADHD, ensuring that services are tailored to meet individual needs regarding scheduling, frequency, and privacy. The flexibility to accommodate special needs is a hallmark of his approach. His extensive offerings also include court-ordered custody and visitation evaluations, alongside therapeutic supervised visitations. Through compassionate care and a commitment to individual needs, David Parks and his team are here to guide clients on their journey toward healing and well-being.