Warm and engaging family counselor and parent-child interaction therapist multicultural family therapist in Grapevine Texas

Who I see


I am currently accepting new clients clients.

I see clients Wednesday and Thursday evenings and Friday Throughout the day.


I serve adolescents, couples, and families.


I help with the following: blending families, multicultural families, couples counseling: focusing on communication,  relationship dynamics, co-parenting, teen issues, family and teen relationships, connection and restoration, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and stress related issues. 


Session cost:

$40/ 50 min session

$60/75 min session

Please call to inquire about the current sliding scale availability.


Meet Isabella

Isabella de Cárdenas

Marriage and Family Therapy - Intern

Supervised by Cherie Spellman, LMFT-S

I serve couples, families, and teens


Hi I'm Isabella,

My name is Isabella, a Cuban-American Californian turned Texan. I am a clinical intern who is passionate about teaching people how to recognize patterns, build strength from within, and grow in confidence.  Are you struggling understanding your teen, feel disconnected with your teen child, don't know how to help them... I am here to help you learn how to build quality interaction and help them through some of the most challenging times in their life. My approach is kind and encouraging while working through challenges. My approach is assertive yet encouraging. My focus is couples and families with adolescent children. I am here to help  blended families, multicultural families, or co-parenting after divorce, among many other relational dynamics. Family life can be hard and we carry generational dynamics with us. I am here to help you develop the family and relationship life that brings you peace. I look forward to meeting and working as a team for your best success.


Professional Background

I I moved to Texas 8 years ago to get my B.S. in Applied Physiology and Health Management at Southern Methodist University. After working at an Emergency Room throughout the pandemic, I identified a greater need for mental health and familial healing, motivating me to change my plan for Medical School to pursue a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy at Northwestern University.


About Me

In my free time, I love to travel, spend time outdoors, create memories with my family, travel, and craft; knitting, sewing, and jewelry making are my go-to destressors.

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