Victoria Oliversen, M.S., BCBA
Victoria Oliversen, M.S., BCBA, is the Chief Development Officer at Ignite Child Development Services, where she leads initiatives to expand clinical services, build high-performing teams, and advocate for children and families in high-need urban communities. With over thirteen years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), she is dedicated to delivering progressive, compassionate, and evidence-based treatment tailored to the unique needs of each child. Under her leadership, Ignite has grown to include speech therapy, art therapy, play therapy, and licensed professional counseling, creating a comprehensive support system for children and families.
Throughout her career, Oliversen has focused on providing equitable and culturally responsive care, including the launch of Wisconsin’s first bilingual ABA clinic serving Spanish-speaking families. She has extensive experience supervising behavior analysts and technicians, consulting with schools and community programs, and implementing programs that improve access to high-quality behavioral health services. Her work emphasizes both clinical excellence and strategic growth, ensuring that children receive the individualized care they need while fostering professional development within her teams.
Oliversen holds a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University and a Bachelor of Science in ABA from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Passionate about mentorship, leadership development, and family support, she combines her clinical expertise with a commitment to empowering children, families, and professionals alike. Her dedication to fostering growth, resilience, and opportunity continues to make a meaningful impact in the field of behavioral health.
• OBM Practitioner Certified
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud State University
Master of Science
• University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Bachelor of Science
• Scholarship Recipient
Scholarship Recipient
Issued by Autism Recovery Foundation
• Wisconsin Association for Behavior Analysis
• Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to recognizing a need and dedicating myself fully to meeting it.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to start with your sphere of influence: focus on making a difference where you can, grow through those efforts, find satisfaction in the impact you create, and let that guide your next steps.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this field is to ensure you are motivated by the small successes. You need to spend time with children who need support and truly appreciate the impact of each small win. If you can recognize both the immediate progress and the bigger picture, then this is the right field for you—jump in and start making a difference.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges—and opportunities—in my field right now is addressing the stigmas and misconceptions surrounding what we do as a science. By educating others and demonstrating the effectiveness of evidence-based practices, we have the chance to expand understanding, increase access to services, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of the children and families we serve.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me, both professionally and personally, are integrity and ethical responsibility. I strive to approach every decision and action with a high degree of integrity, always committing to do what is right for the children, families, and communities I serve.