Growth Matters

03/03/2026

For some reason, us health and wellness professionals are reallyyy good at giving our clients permission to rest... but not so great at giving it to ourselves. 😅

Y'all know we are really big on self-care over here at Growth Matters. And we mean beyond the bubble baths and candles. (Although, we do love a good bubble bath and candle).

But the self-care that we tend to forget is the daily, boring, unglamorous stuff that keeps you from burning out in a field that asks SO much of you.

Here are a few of our favorite ways to practice self-care:

🌱 Move your body daily (Even a ten-minute walk counts, y'all!)
🌿 Set boundaries (In your personal *and* professional life. Yes, even with that one client who is basically getting free therapy in between sessions via email.)
🪷 Intentional rest (You know, rest that you actually plan for, not just collapse-on-the-couch rest when your body inevitably forces you to)
🔄 Create systems & Schedule breaks (Protect your time like you protect your clients' time)
🫂 Build community (Isolation is a clinical hazard and we're not going to pretend otherwise!)

And can we talk about that second one for a second? 👆🏾

Because community is literally how we survive this field with our sanity intact.

Which is exactly why the Growth Collaborative Mixer exists. 🛋️

If you're a therapist, social worker, or DFW health professional who's been craving real connection with people who actually get it, come outside! We're connecting.

Just good people, good energy and finally feeling like you found your people.

🌸 Hosted by Growth Matters Founder, Brandi Washington, LCSW & co-hosted by Jennifer Miller of
📅 April 24, 2026 | 5–8pm
📍 Caddo Office Mapleshade — Plano, TX
🎉 Sponsored by Sante Center for Healing

Link in bio to RSVP. bring a colleague. you both deserve this. 💜

🛋️ Save this for the next time you feel guilty about taking a break!

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02/22/2026

It's giving growth and community and we are HERE for it! 🌱✨

You’re invited to our Spring Growth Collaborative Mixer this April! 🌸

If you're a therapist, social worker, or health & wellness professional in the DFW area, join us for an evening of networking, light snacks, pouring into yourself and others while in a room full of people who actually GET it.

🌸 Spring Growth Collaborative Mixer 🌸
🗓️ April 24, 2026
⏰ 5 - 8pm
📍 Caddo Offices Mapleshade 4324 Mapleshade Ln, Plano, TX

Hosted by:
🌸 Brandi Washington, LCSW-S of Growth Matters
🌸 Jennifer Miller, LCSW-S of
Sponsored by

Santé Center for Healing 💗

What you can expect:
🌿 Intentional, meaningful networking
🛋️ A welcoming space designed for connection & community-building
🥨 Light snacks + refreshing drinks to enjoy while you mingle
🪴 Self-care activity: Plant & Sip Pop-Up. Come build your own mini terrarium and take home a little green reminder to nurture yourself, too!

Ready for a night of networking, self-care and connection? Link in bio! Bring your business cards, good energy and we’ll see you there 🙌🏾

If you have any questions or if your plans change before the event, please contact the Growth Matters team at info@growthmatterstx.com

01/23/2026

Out of an abundance of caution, we’re canceling/postponing the Growth Collaborative Mixer scheduled for Friday, January 23, 2026 due to anticipated winter weather and potential travel conditions. Your safety comes first, and we don’t want anyone feeling pressured to drive in unsafe conditions. We’ll share a new date as soon as we’re able but are planning for a Friday in April 2026.

If you need immediate local help, you can also call 2-1-1 to ask about warming centers, shelter options, or community resources in your area.

Thank you for your understanding and for being part of this community. We’ll be back together soon—warm, safe, and ready to connect.

11/21/2025

Our Vision Board Night for Therapists was such a great time to connect and use creativity to explore goals for the future. Thank you to everyone who showed up!

11/08/2025

11/05/2025

As the year begins to wind down, I’ve been reflecting on how grateful I am for this community and everything we’ve built together.

Over the past year, I’ve had the joy of meeting and connecting with more than 150 professionals through Growth Collaborative Mixers and creative wellness events. It’s been such a gift to share space with so many who are passionate about supporting others—and committed to finding balance, creativity, and connection for themselves too.

What started as a simple idea—to create space for therapists and helping professionals to connect beyond the work—has grown into something so much more. You’ve shown up, shared your stories, and reminded me why this work matters.

As we move through this season, I’m taking time to reflect and reset with intention—and I’d love for you to do the same. Our upcoming Dream & Design: Vision Board Workshop for Clinicians is the perfect opportunity to pause, dream big, and prepare to step boldly into 2026 with clarity, creativity, and renewed purpose.

I’m deeply thankful for every person who’s been part of this journey so far, and I’m so excited for what’s ahead as Growth Matters continues to expand and offer more ways to support local therapists and helping professionals.

Here’s to more growth, more connection, and more joy in the year ahead. 🌿💫

11/01/2025

Dream & Design: Vision Board Workshop for Clinicians

Before the year wraps up, give yourself permission to pause, reset your goals, and nourish your soul. Join Growth Matters for an afternoon filled with clarity, creativity, and connection.

At this workshop, you’ll:
🌱 Collage your future – create a vision board that inspires and motivates
🌱 Clarify your intention – set meaningful goals for 2026
🌱 Connect in community – share space with like-minded clinicians
🌱 Celebrate & share – discuss your plans to shine in the year ahead

We’ll provide light bites and all supplies—you just bring your vision and an open heart. You’ll leave feeling refreshed, supported, and ready to step boldly into 2026.

📅 Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Caddo Offices, 4342 Mapleshade Ln, Plano, TX
🎟 Tickets: $35 per person

Visit our website for more info!
www.growthmatterstx.com

10/29/2025

What an incredible evening of growth and connection. Thank you to everyone who joined us at the October Growth Collaborative Mixer!

A special thank-you goes out to for co-hosting and helping us set the tone for such a meaningful evening.

A heartfelt thank-you to our sponsor, Medical City Mental Health & Wellness, for making this month’s event possible. Your partnership allows us to continue creating spaces that nurture both professional growth and personal well-being.

We’re deeply grateful to for their involvement and generosity—your support truly embodies what it means to invest in self-care and community wellness.

And finally, thank you to for leading our hands-on terrarium-building activity! The take-home creations were such a beautiful and symbolic reminder of how growth takes time, care, and a touch of creativity.

Tell us in the comments — what was something special you took away from the evening? Did you make a new connection? Tag them here!

Until next time, keep growing! 🪴

10/20/2025

Fitting that I’m sharing this during my birthday week — another reminder that growth is a lifelong soundtrack, and I’m grateful to be doing this work in community with you. Music is one of the ways I connect with my own growth, healing, and reflection. This playlist is a glimpse into the songs that remind me to stay real, honor emotions, and embrace growth along the way.

Vol. 1: The Inner Work — songs for self-awareness + emotional honesty.

Which track speaks to you? And what’s your go-to song when you need reflection time? Share below — I’d love to add to my list.

10/13/2025

The Growth Collaborative Mixer is almost here! On October 24th, join us and for an evening of connection, collaboration, and growth with other healthcare + wellness professionals.

What to Expect:
– Meaningful networking opportunities
– A supportive space to connect + recharge
– A chance to create your own terrarium with as part of your take-home gift (because growth is better when rooted together)

📅 Save the date + RSVP. You don’t want to miss this.

09/15/2025

At Growth Matters, creative wellness isn’t just a phrase—it’s a practice. 🎨💛
Our philosophy is simple: when we nurture our creativity, we also nurture our ability to heal, connect, and thrive.

This month, take a moment to pause, breathe, and remember—you deserve time to create just for you. 🌱

What’s your favorite creative outlet right now?”

09/08/2025

🍁Mark your calendars! 🍁

We’re gathering again for our October Mixer, and you won’t want to miss it. 🍂
An evening of connection, creativity, and care—for therapists, healers, and helping professionals who deserve a night to refill their own cups.

📅 Date: October 24, 2025
📍 Location: 4342 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX

Will we see you there? Drop a “♥️” if you’re saving the date!”