Kaj Benson
About Kaj Benson
Kaj Benson is a Program Assistant at Watercourse Counseling Center, where they have worked since 2015. They hold a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and have extensive experience in counseling and advocacy roles.
Work at Watercourse Counseling Center
Kaj Benson has served as a Program Assistant at Watercourse Counseling Center since 2015. In this role, Kaj has contributed to the organization for a total of nine years. The responsibilities of a Program Assistant typically include supporting program development, assisting clients, and coordinating activities within the counseling center.
Education and Expertise
Kaj Benson holds a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, completed between 2014 and 2017. Prior to this, Kaj earned a Bachelor of Arts in Gender, Women, & Sexuality Studies and Psychology from the University of Minnesota, studying from 2010 to 2014. Kaj also graduated from Minnetonka High School with a diploma in 2010.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Watercourse Counseling Center, Kaj Benson held several positions at the University of Minnesota Morris. Kaj worked as a Facilitator from 2011 to 2014 and served as a Teaching Assistant for nine months in 2013 to 2014. Additionally, Kaj was a Principal Investigator from 2012 to 2014 and Co-Chair for two separate terms. Kaj also worked as a Community Advocate at Tubman and briefly as a Crisis Counselor at Crisis Connection in 2014.
Volunteer Experience
Kaj Benson has a history of volunteer work, including a two-year commitment at West Suburban Teen Clinic from 2010 to 2012. This experience reflects Kaj's dedication to community service and support for youth and families.