Victoria Ipsen, LCSW
Midlothian, VA
In our first session, I often tell couples, “I want to meet you before I meet your problems.” I take a strengths-based approach, learning about your story, your connection, and the good times that brought you together before exploring challenges. I believe most problems are solvable and that each partner has the ability to contribute to a healthy, thriving relationship. My role is to guide you with empathy, kindness, and even a little humor, helping couples navigate challenges and emerge stronger and more connected.
Education & Experience
- M.S. Social Work, Virginia Commonwealth University
Specialties
- Marital & Premarital
- Relationship Issues
- Conflict Resolution
- Intimacy
- Communication
- Sexless/Withdrawn
- Affair & Infidelity Recovery
- Family Systems & Life Changes
Trainings, Certifications, and Continuing Education
- The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy: Differentiation, Attachment, and Brain Science (Year Long Intensive, Couples Institute), 2020
- Level 1 Gottman Couples Therapy: Bridging the Couple Chasm
- Level 2 Gottman Couples Therapy: Assessment, Intervention, and Co-Morbidities
- Gottman Institute Treating Affairs & Trauma
- The Marriage Meeting Program: A Strength Based Approach for Successful Relationships
- Topics in Human Sexuality: Sexual Compulsivity
- Topics in Human Sexuality: Sexual Disorders and Sex Therapy
- Treating Complex Trauma: Using Emotive Writing
- Attachment, Regulation Theory, Relational Trauma
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy – Individual & Group Therapy Through the Lifespan
Victoria’s Approaches include the following:
- Gottman Method
- Imago Therapy
- Relational Life Therapy by Terry Real
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
Locations Victoria Works
Midlothian, VA
Our Counselors Association Memberships Include:
