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Maiden's Embrace

MEd, BCBA (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
10985 Pacific Point Place Unit 1203 San Diego, CA 92129
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My ideal client is someone who struggles with expressing themselves, someone who is frustrated about being misunderstood, someone who may not feel like they belong. I enjoy working with people who want to be accepted for who they are, who want to be more independent and who want to understand the world around them.
I work with children, teens and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I help them become more independent, more able to tackle social interactions and to cope better with situations that are difficult for them. I also work with parents and schools to ensure that everyone is on the same page in order to create effective change.
I have personal experience with having an autistic person in my life. I am a parent. For these reasons I am uniquely qualified to understand the emotions that come with an autism diagnosis as well as how to lead clients from confusion and despair into hope and understanding.
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maiden's Embrace

10985 Pacific Point Place

Unit 1203

San Diego, CA 92129 map

 (858) 544-6707
Website
I offer therapy in-home, online or in clinic. I am available most days, including mornings and weekends.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Hi there! I'm looking forward to getting to know you. I have a lot of experience using play therapy and helping eliminate unwanted behaviors
Maiden's Embrace
Let's Connect (858) 544-6707
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maiden's Embrace

10985 Pacific Point Place

Unit 1203

San Diego, CA 92129 map

 (858) 544-6707
Website
I offer therapy in-home, online or in clinic. I am available most days, including mornings and weekends.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Hi there! I'm looking forward to getting to know you. I have a lot of experience using play therapy and helping eliminate unwanted behaviors
Maiden's Embrace

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Net
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Optum
  • Sharp
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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ABA therapy is considered a medical necessity and most insurances will cover most of the cost. I also take private clients for a reduced fee as part of my non-profit status.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707
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ABA therapy is considered a medical necessity and most insurances will cover most of the cost. I also take private clients for a reduced fee as part of my non-profit status.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with BACB Ifah Shay Grady

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended UCSD, M.Ed., Graduated 2006

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from UCSB ABA Coursework / 2021
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I specialize in IEPs and mediating between home and school.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707
"
I specialize in IEPs and mediating between home and school.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Caregivers
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Neurodivergence
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I use play based therapy and proven ABA techniques to help my clients live more independent and productive lives. During our initial sessions, we will get to know each other and I will design a personalized treatment plan to help with the issues that are most important to the client. Most of my clients experience less behaviors and more acceptance and satisfaction within the first month.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707
"
I use play based therapy and proven ABA techniques to help my clients live more independent and productive lives. During our initial sessions, we will get to know each other and I will design a personalized treatment plan to help with the issues that are most important to the client. Most of my clients experience less behaviors and more acceptance and satisfaction within the first month.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707

Endorsement

Lilac Lavine
Lilac Lavine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ifah is very professional and has so much knowledge in her area of expertise. She does a complete assessment and creates a client plan tailored to each child and their family.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French , 
Hebrew

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French , 
Hebrew

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
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I use mostly Applied Behavior Analysis in my practice. I also perform assessments and Functional Behavior Analyses.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707
"
I use mostly Applied Behavior Analysis in my practice. I also perform assessments and Functional Behavior Analyses.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 544-6707

Location

Primary Location

Maiden's Embrace

10985 Pacific Point Place

Unit 1203

San Diego, CA 92129

(858) 544-6707

Email Us

Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I offer therapy in-home, online or in clinic. I am available most days, including mornings and weekends.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call for a free consultation now - (858) 544-6707
"
I offer therapy in-home, online or in clinic. I am available most days, including mornings and weekends.
Photo of Ifah Shay Grady - Maiden's Embrace, MEd, BCBA
Maiden's Embrace
MEd, BCBA
Call for a free consultation now - (858) 544-6707