Welcome to Rise Today
Global Resilience Keynote Speaker & Health Coach
Rise Today Consulting empowers individuals and organizations to overcome challenges, build resilience, and thrive.
Our Rise Founder
A Journey of Resilience & Hope
Dr. Erica Harris, BHKin, DC, MA (Counselling Psychology), RCC is a Vancouver-based resilience keynote speaker, registered psychotherapist, health coach, and founder of Rise Today Consulting.
A retired sports chiropractor, kinesiologist, TEDx speaker, and podcast host, her approach is shaped by both clinical training and profound lived experience — including surviving a terminal acute myeloid leukemia prognosis, a bone marrow transplant, and a double lung transplant.
Erica translates lived wisdom and clinical insight into practical tools, mindset strategies, and resilience frameworks that help others navigate adversity and move toward a more purposeful, empowered life.
Rise Today Services
Explore What Rise Today Consulting Offers
Health Coaching
Resilience Keynote Speaking
Organizational Resilience
Cancer Mindset Coaching
A cancer diagnosis can change life in an instant. Suddenly, you may find yourself navigating medical decisions, uncertainty, fear, changing roles, relationships, work, family responsibilities, and a healthcare system that can feel overwhelming.
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.
Counselling
Compassionate, evidence-based virtual therapy offered through secure video and phone sessions. RIsing Minds supports individuals, couples, families, and youth with concerns including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and life transitions — with particular expertise in supporting those impacted by cancer. Available to residents of British Columbia and Ontario. Please visit Rising Minds Online.
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 Family Cancer Camp
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.
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.
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.
Learn More About the RISE Family Cancer Camp
Let's Connect. Book a free 15-minute consultation call.
We invite you to book a free 15-minute consultation call – a wonderful opportunity to connect, share a little about what you’re looking for, and explore how Rise Today might support you.
We’d be honoured to meet you.
