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Hi, I’m Emily Stillwater. I’m a versatile wellbeing practitioner and educator who loves helping people feel their best through holistic therapies, mindful movement, and compassionate communication. I blend massage, Reiki, yoga, and embodied breathwork with education-focused work to support body, mind, and learning in diverse settings.
My career spans self-employment, higher education administration, and global travel programs, all underpinned by reliability, calm problem-solving and a collaborative, culturally aware approach. I’m comfortable across varied ages and backgrounds and thrive when turning challenges into practical, people-centered solutions.
Skills
Experience Level
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Holistic Massage & Reiki Practitioner at Stillwater Sanctuary (Self-Employed)
November 1, 2012 - PresentProvided holistic massage and Reiki therapy; conducted 1:1 and group mindful movement, yoga, embodied breathwork and meditation sessions; delivered yoga instruction for schools and education programs, including additional needs and forest school populations; served as guided meditation teacher on Insight Timer and bespoke clients.
Massage & Reiki Therapist at The Farmhouse Sanctuary Spa
February 1, 2025 - PresentProvided on-site massage and Reiki therapy; led breathwork and meditation guidance during special events.
Space South Central Administrator at University of Portsmouth
April 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024Time-limited contract; collaborated with UK Space Agency, three area universities & businesses; responsible for collecting & collating KPI data quarterly.
Nature Educator at TimberNook
July 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022Supported child-led nature education camps in forest environments; led yoga and meditation for children.
Account Manager at WorldStrides
April 1, 2017 - October 31, 2017Supported graduate and undergraduate short-term study abroad programs; served as lead in-person facilitator for MFA program in Edinburgh.
Director of Partnership Development at Authentica Travel
April 1, 2014 - April 30, 2015Created and strengthened partnerships with North Carolina universities and drove new programs; supported social media community development.
Global Leaders Program Coordinator at Go Global NC
December 1, 2012 - April 30, 2015Managed short-term experiential global programs for K-12 teachers and policy leaders to India, Singapore & South Africa; responsible for travel logistics, pre-departure orientation, participant selection & post-program debrief.
Associate Director of Community Development at UNC Chapel Hill
September 1, 2011 - March 31, 2014Managed Non-Profit Board Fellows program; liaised with MBA student club leaders to build a more engaged, diverse, inclusive and positive student experience; supported marketing and communication activities and closely collaborated with CIBER.
Assistant Director of Global Programs at UNC Chapel Hill
October 1, 2007 - September 30, 2011Managed all Global Immersion Elective (GIE) short-term study abroad programs for daytime MBAs, Executive MBAs and Master of Accounting students; oversaw program cycle including destination/theme planning, course development and scheduling with professors, itinerary and travel logistics, student recruitment, application screening and selection, budgeting, orientation, on-the-ground support, emergency and risk management, marketing and post-program review.
Project Coordinator at UNC Center for School Leadership
September 1, 2006 - October 31, 2007Managed activities related to NC TEACH II program, a U.S. Department of Education grant program focused on recruiting diverse, high needs subject area lateral entry teachers; partnered with UNC universities and stakeholders in recruitment and training to market, recruit and support participants.
Admissions/Cultural Programs Coordinator at Participate Learning
September 1, 2003 - September 30, 2006Screened international K-12 teaching applicants; conducted phone interviews and analyzed foreign transcripts to determine eligibility to obtain a teaching license in the U.S.; supported new international teachers during orientation and throughout their 2-3 year tenure.
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant at NC State University
January 1, 2002 - May 31, 2003Provided assistance to professors in the department by conducting research, teaching undergraduate classes, compiling class material, proctoring and scoring exams, updating class web sites and creating Internet resource lists.
Occupational Mental Health Case Manager at Duke University
June 1, 1999 - August 31, 2001Provided case management for employer referred mental and occupational health cases; conducted initial phone screening with clients and employers; scheduled psychological assessment, counseling and inpatient referrals as needed.
Holistic Massage & Reiki Practitioner at Stillwater Sanctuary
November 1, 2012 - PresentSelf-employed practitioner offering holistic massage, Reiki, 1:1 and group mindful movement, yoga, embodied breathwork and meditation; yoga instruction for schools and education programs including additional needs & forest school populations.
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant at North Carolina State University
January 1, 2002 - May 31, 2003Assisted professors, taught undergraduate classes, prepared materials, proctored and scored exams, updated web resources.
Education
Master of International Studies at North Carolina State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2003Bachelor of Arts Sociology at North Carolina State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1999Study Abroad Program at University of Hull
September 1, 1997 - May 1, 1998Master of International Studies at North Carolina State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2003Bachelor of Arts Sociology at North Carolina State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1999Study Abroad Program at University of Hull
September 1, 1997 - May 1, 1998Qualifications
Narration Skills
January 1, 2022 - January 8, 2026Certificate of Cross-Cultural Business Communication
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013Yoga Teacher Training (200 hours)
January 1, 2012 - January 8, 2026Hypnotherapist Training
August 1, 2019 - January 8, 2026Reiki Practitioner Levels I & II
August 1, 2020 - January 8, 2026Nature Calm Guide
February 1, 2021 - January 8, 2026Swedish Massage Therapist
April 1, 2024 - January 8, 2026Certificate of Cross-Cultural Business Communication
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013Yoga Teacher Training 200 hours
January 1, 2012 - January 8, 2026Narration Skills
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022Hypnotherapist Training
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019Reiki Practitioner Levels I & II
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020Awakening Light Reiki
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020Nature Calm Guide Online
February 1, 2021 - February 1, 2021Swedish Massage Therapist
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024Narration Skills (City Literary Institute)
July 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022Industry Experience
Education, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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