OUR MISSION
iRise, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, believes every life has value.
We rise in service to our community by providing education, training, and support to those who have been struggling in silence.
The power of their stories saves lives.
I've Lost Someone
When someone dies by suicide, those bereaved often experience a very complicated form of grief caused by a combination of sudden shock, unanswered questions of “Why?,” and…
I Am Having Suicidal Thoughts
If you are feeling suicidal right now, please call 1-800-273-TALK in the U.S. or visit IASP to find a helpline in your country. We also encourage you to talk to someone you trust and let them…
I'm Worried About Someone
It can be scary when a friend or loved one is thinking about suicide. Let us help. If someone you know has any warning signs we encourage you to call…
I've Lost Someone
When someone dies by suicide, those bereaved often experience a very complicated form of grief caused by a combination of sudden shock, unanswered questions of “Why?,” and…
I Am Having Suicidal Thoughts
If you are feeling suicidal right now, please call 1-800-273-TALK in the U.S. or visit IASP to find a helpline in your country. We also encourage you to talk to someone you trust and let them…
I'm Worried About Someone
It can be scary when a friend or loved one is thinking about suicide. Let us help. If someone you know has any warning signs we encourage you to call…
iRISE TO SAVE LIVES
WHAT DOES IRISE PROVIDE?
iRISE TO SAVE LIVES
WHAT DOES IRISE PROVIDE?
Education
charity events, speaking events, fundraising, and more
Resources
websites, blogs, books, and videos to use at your own pace
Support
for those who have lost a loved one to suicide
Referrals
for those affected by suicide or who are suicidal
Grief Support Groups
for those who have lost a loved one, experienced sexual assault or trauma, etc…
Providing individual at-risk consultations an/or assessments and on-site crisis support to:
Professional
Military
First Responders
Educational Organizations
Religious Organizations
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iRise provides the community with:
- Education
- Resources
- Support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
- Referrals for those affected by suicide or who are suicidal.
- Grief Support Groups for those who have lost a loved one to suicide (adults), Female Teen Sexual Assault Support Groups, and Professional/Motivational Speaking are also offered.
iRise provides Professional, Military, First Responders, Educational, and Religious Organizations with:
- Individual At-Risk Consultations and/or Assessments
- On-Site Crisis Support following the loss of an individual.
OUR SToRY
iRise was founded by psychotherapist Kristie Knights in 2016. Although her private practice had supported clients who had suicidal thoughts, attempts, or grief due to the loss of a loved one, it had become an epidemic.
As she read a post on Facebook by a woman, Lisa Mack, who had suffered a head injury, contemplated suicide, and made the choice to live; Kristie knew, at that moment, the power of healing through sharing a story.
IRISE BOARD MEMBERS
Kristie Knights is the Founder and CEO of iRise Leadership Institute, a Licensed Psychotherapist in private practice, Professional Speaker, Author, and former Vice President of Global Sisterhood, a Non-Profit 501 (c)(3).
In her private practice, she guides hundreds of clients to lead a life of joy and purpose from here, locally in the U.S., and as far away as Israel, England, Australia, Germany, India, and Switzerland. Kristie currently sees clients in her Pittsburgh office.
iRise Leadership Institute provides leadership training, educational resources, financial support, and awareness in suicide prevention. Soon after the founding of iRise, Kristie wrote a book titled, UnSung Heroes: Deconstructing Suicide Through Stories of Triumph. It provided a platform for those who had contemplated or attemped suicide to share their stories so they may inspire others to live. She has also written 100+ articles for a variety of web-based companies on self-growth. Kristie is the co-author of Inspired Entrepreneurs: A Compilation of Women's Triumphs in Business and Life.
She is a member of the Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, International Coaching Federation, Pittsburgh Professional Women, National Board of Certified Counselors, National Speakers Association, American Counseling Association, Women of the North, and graduate of Women's Leadership Academy and B-School.
Kristie is committed to serve and lead others from a place of leadership, love and vulnerability. For additional information, visit Kristie at kristieknights.com.
Kristie Knights
Founder
IRISE IS PROUD TO HAVE BEEN A PART OF...
OUR PROGRAMMING
OUR VISION
- Every life has value and every life has a story, which has the power to save lives.
- By telling their stories, we promote education and awareness in our community, leading to the prevention of suicide.
- Provide resources and services to give hope to people who have suicidal thoughts.
- Teach the community to see their intrinsic value.
WE SERVE
- Those who have lost someone.
- Those who are struggling.
- Those who have attempted suicide.
- Communities and businesses with a desire to share our mission and eradicate suicide.
OUR VISION
- Every life has value and every life has a story, which has the power to save lives.
- By telling their stories, we promote education and awareness in our community, leading to the prevention of suicide.
- Provide resources and services to give hope to people who have suicidal thoughts.
- Teach the community to see their intrinsic value.
WE SERVE
- Those who have lost someone.
- Those who are struggling.
- Those who have attempted suicide.
- Communities and businesses with a desire to share our mission and eradicate suicide.
- 899 Malvern Road, Avalon, PA 15202
- kristie@kristieknights.com
- (724) 816-7431