Giselle Ontra, LMFT

Giselle Ontra, LMFT

Psychotherapist
TX
Giselle is a licensed psychotherapist with extensive experience working in hospitals, Fortune-level companies, and national workshops. Over the span of her 30+ year career, she has maintained a private practice. She has held staff positions at or consulted with the following institutions: - Baylor College of Medicine - Houston Child Guidance Center - Houston International & Bellpark Hospitals - St. Luke's Hospital - New York University Hospital - Conoco-Phillips Giselle has also presented at numerous workshops covering topics such as trauma, PTSD, rape, psychological aspects of physical disfigurement, suicide prevention, and job-related stress. Her professional affiliations include the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, Texas Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, Houston Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, American Group Psychotherapy Association, and Houston Group Psychotherapy Association. Education: University of Houston, MA in Psychology, Specialty in Family Therapy University of Bridgeport, BA in Communications
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Giselle Ontra

Focus areas

Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Codependency
Adult Psychotherapy
Behavioral Problems
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Affirming Therapy
Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family / Marital
Compassion Focused
Family Systems
Emotionally Focused
Feminist

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English, French

Getting to know Giselle Ontra

Giselle is a licensed psychotherapist with extensive experience working in hospitals, Fortune-level companies, and national workshops. Over the span of her 30+ year career, she has maintained a private practice. She has held staff positions at or consulted with the following institutions: - Baylor College of Medicine - Houston Child Guidance Center - Houston International & Bellpark Hospitals - St. Luke's Hospital - New York University Hospital - Conoco-Phillips Giselle has also presented at numerous workshops covering topics such as trauma, PTSD, rape, psychological aspects of physical disfigurement, suicide prevention, and job-related stress. Her professional affiliations include the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, Texas Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, Houston Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, American Group Psychotherapy Association, and Houston Group Psychotherapy Association. Education: University of Houston, MA in Psychology, Specialty in Family Therapy University of Bridgeport, BA in Communications

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes
  • Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Depression
Group Therapy
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Anxiety
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Depression
Group Therapy

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Houston, Master's in Psychology
  • University of Bridgeport (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • Houston Group Psychotherapy Association
  • American Group Psychotherapy Association
  • Houston Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1528272465

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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What languages does Giselle Ontra speak?

Giselle Ontra speaks English and French.

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1 patients have reviewed Giselle Ontra. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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