Resilience is the quiet, courageous decision to rise — again and again.

Welcome to Rise Today

Global Resilience Keynote Speaker & Health Coach

Empowering individuals and organizations to overcome challenges, build resilience, and thrive.

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Our Rise Founder

A Journey of Resilience & Hope

Dr. Erica Harris ( BHKin, DC, MA (Counselling Psychology, cand.) is a Vancouver-based resilience keynote speaker, health coach, and founder of RISE Today Consulting. Drawing on her professional expertise as a kinesiologist and sports chiropractor and her extensive lived experience facing personal adversity, Erica empowers individuals and organizations to overcome challenges, strengthen their mindset, and thrive in their personal and professional lives.

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Rise Today Services

Explore What We Offer

Counselling and Psychotherapy

Compassionate, evidence-based virtual therapy offered through secure video and phone sessions for residents of British Columbia and Ontario. Please visit Rising Minds Online.

Health Coaching

Forward-focused health coaching to strengthen mindset, build resilience, and optimize well-being. Designed for individuals and organizations ready to take actionable steps toward personal growth.

Resilience Keynote Speaking

Transformative keynote speaking for organizations, events, and conferences worldwide. Dr. Erica delivers engaging talks that inspire resilience, empower mindsets, and drive meaningful change.

In Their Own Words

Real Stories, Real Impact

Hear from the individuals and organizations whose lives have been touched by Dr. Erica's work as a resilience speaker, health coach, and advocate for thriving through adversity.

TEDx Talk

Own Every Second: Choosing Resilience, Hope, and Joy in the Face of Life’s Greatest Challenges

In her TEDx Talk, Erica Harris shares her journey of surviving leukemia, a bone marrow transplant, and a double lung transplant — inspiring audiences worldwide to embrace every moment, rise above adversity, and live fully.

Give Life in Canada: Blood, Stem Cell, and Organ Donors Save Lives Every Day

Through the generosity of blood, bone marrow, and organ donors, Canadians like Erica Harris survive life-threatening illnesses. Register today with Canadian Blood Services, BC Transplant, or the national donor registry and become a hero.

Podcast, Events & Programs

Inspiring Resilience. Building Community. Creating Change.

From intimate coaching conversations to global summits, Dr. Erica Harris brings her message of resilience, hope, and growth to life through a range of powerful programs and events. Whether you're looking to be inspired, connect with others on a similar journey, or take actionable steps toward your own rise — there's a place for you here.

Rise Today Podcast

Conversations on resilience, mindset, and personal growth with Dr. Erica Harris.

The Rise Today Inspirational Podcast is built on the belief that resilience can be learned, strengthened, and celebrated. Through candid conversations with survivors, leaders, wellness experts, and everyday heroes, Erica uncovers the lessons, mindset shifts, and strategies that help people rise again — no matter the challenge.

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The 2024 Rise Today Health & Happiness Summit

A global event bringing together experts and leaders to explore strategies for well-being, resilience, and empowered living.

The 2024 Health and Happiness Summit, featuring Dr. Gabor Maté, sold out weeks in advance, reflecting the strong demand for authentic, inspiring conversations on health, wellness, and resilience. Attendees left equipped with practical strategies, renewed hope, and actionable tools to improve both physical and emotional well-being. Topics explored included trauma, illness & addiction, hope & joy, healthy eating and exercise & fitness.

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Rise Family Cancer Camp

Programs for families impacted by cancer, designed to build resilience, hope, and connection.

Help send a young family affected by cancer to the Rise Family Cancer Camp at Camp Latona.

Your contribution also funds accessible counselling services, ensuring individuals and families receive the emotional support they need—regardless of financial barriers.

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