I’m Fine, It’s Fine

This week we sat down with the incredible Heidi Clements — Instagram's favorite authentic voice.We talk about ketamine, imposter syndrome, how Heidi reframed her relationship to social media as simply journaling, the inner critic, aging with zero shame and more.Plus Heidi shares some big news she hasn’t made public yet 👀Follow Heidi on InstagramThe rest of this conversation releases June 11 for our paywall subscribers community.Subscribers get:* 2 additional bonus episodes each month (4 total!)* Guided Meditations* Live chats with Amber & Melanie* A community to connect with other fans of the podcast and share ideas for future episodes!I’m Fine, It’s Fine is hosted by comedian Amber Autry & trauma therapist Melanie Reese, LMFT. Follow Us!💌 Subscribe to the pod on Substack: https://imfineitsfine.substack.com📸 Instagram: @imfineitsfinepodcast🎤 Follow Amber: @amberautrycomedy🧠 Follow Melanie: @traumatherapynashville @melaniereeselmft This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

Comedian Shelly Belly joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine to talk about growing up in a violent home, navigating family dynamics, and building a life on her own terms. She shares how she found her way into comedy later in life, what it looked like to raise kids while figuring things out herself, and the choices she made to break patterns in her family. The conversation also touches on forgiveness, self-worth, and starting something new without a traditional path.The rest of this conversation releases May 14 for our subscriber community.Subscribers get:* 2 additional bonus episodes each month (4 total!)* Guided Meditations* Live chats with Amber & Melanie* A community to connect with other fans of the podcast and share ideas for future episodes!Follow Us!📸 Instagram: @imfineitsfinepodcast🎤 Follow Amber: @amberautrycomedy🧠 Follow Melanie: @traumatherapynashville @melaniereeselmft🎥 Podcast recorded at Garden Groove in Nashville, TN This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

Comedian Aaron Weber joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine for a thoughtful and surprisingly deep conversation about comedy, parenthood, and how life rarely goes according to plan. Aaron talks with hosts, comedian Amber Autry and licensed trauma therapist Melanie Reese about the pressure of comparing your life to your parents’, becoming a father, and how having a child can completely shift your perspective on what actually matters.We go even deeper with Aaron on his paywall episode, releasing April 16. Subscribe for access to two bonus episodes each month + monthly live chats and meditations:Follow Us!💌 Subscribe to the pod on Substack: https://imfineitsfine.substack.com📸 Instagram: @imfineitsfinepodcast🎤 Follow Amber: @amberautrycomedy🧠 Follow Melanie: @traumatherapynashville @melaniereeselmft🎥 Podcast recorded at Garden Groove in Nashville, TN | Instagram @garden_groove_nashville This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine, Melanie and Amber break down five of the most overused and misunderstood therapy buzzwords online.Melanie explains the clinical definitions behind each term, how misuse can cause harm, and why watered-down language can minimize real experiences. Amber brings the internet perspective (and comedy green room examples), asking the questions most people are thinking but don’t always know how to articulate.This is Part 1 — and yes, there’s more to come! Comment some words/concepts we should cover in Part 2.Hosted by licensed trauma therapist Melanie Reese (LMFT) and comedian Amber Autry.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes, deeper dives, live chats and meditations via the links in our bios!Follow Us!💌 Subscribe to the pod on Substack: https://imfineitsfine.substack.com📸 Instagram: @imfineitsfinepodcast🎤 Follow Amber: @amberautrycomedy🧠 Follow Melanie: @traumatherapynashville @melaniereeselmft🎥 Podcast recorded at Garden Groove in Nashville, TN | Instagram @garden_groove_nashville This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine, we sit down with comedian, artist, and impressionist Melissa Villaseñor for a thoughtful, grounding conversation about healing through creativity, movement, and learning how to listen to your nervous system.We talk about how running became a form of regulation, how art and expression create safety, and what it looks like to untangle people-pleasing patterns while staying connected to yourself. Melissa opens up about emotional sensitivity, self-trust, and the ways creativity can help us process what words sometimes can’t.This episode explores nervous systems, identity, and the quiet work of choosing yourself — even when it feels uncomfortable.Hosted by licensed trauma therapist Melanie Reese (LMFT) and comedian Amber Autry. Subscribe for two exclusive episodes per month.Check out Melissa's upcoming tour dates and artwork: https://www.melissavillasenor.com/Follow Us!💌 Subscribe to the pod on Substack📸 Instagram: @imfineitsfinepodcast🎤 Follow Amber: @amberautrycomedy🧠 Follow Melanie: @traumatherapynashville @melaniereeselmft 🎥 Podcast recorded at Garden Groove in Nashville, TN: Instagram @garden_groove_nashville This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

Therapist Chas Bugge joins I’m Fine, It’s Fine for an honest, heartfelt conversation about chronic illness, cancer, grief, and healing complicated family relationships. Together, they talk medical trauma, anticipatory grief, spirituality, and what it really means to be a therapist and still be human.Hosted by licensed trauma therapist Melanie Reese (LMFT) and comedian Amber Autry.Subscribe for bonus episodes via the links in our bios. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

In this week’s episode of I’m Fine, It’s Fine, Comedian Amber Autry and Trauma Therapist Melanie Reese sit down with Comedian Tamar Rubin for a honest, hilarious deep dive into the messy stuff we ALL deal with but rarely talk about. We cover ADHD medication, what happens when you get way too close to your therapist, navigating OCD spirals, and why “the tortured artist” narrative is total BS.Tamar gets real about what happens on stage when you haven’t dealt with your personal life, Melanie helps guide on how to handle people being mad at you, and the group discusses why comedy hits different when you’re actually taking care of yourself. Expect raw truth, big laughs, and a ton of relatable moments for anyone juggling mental health, creativity, and being a human.Perfect for fans searching for: ADHD podcast, OCD conversations, therapy boundaries, stand-up comedy struggles, women in comedy, mental health and humor, creative burnout, healing while performing, and comedians being real.Listen, laugh, and maybe avoid texting your therapist after hours. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

This week on I’m Fine, It’s Fine, Comedian Amber Autry spills all the behind-the-scenes tea from her wedding and mini-honeymoon, while Trauma Therapist Melanie Reese takes us on her soulful, hilarious, and slightly chaotic journey through the mountains of Montana.We’re talking love, relationship lessons, burnout recovery, emotional growth, and the healing power of getting the hell out of town.It’s heartfelt, it’s hilarious, and it’s one of our favorite conversations yet.If you love the pod, share it, rate it 5 stars, and become a paid subscriber for just $5/month to get exclusive bonus episodes packed with the juiciest stories we cannot put on the main feed.Let’s grow this community — we appreciate you! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, comedian Amber Autry opens up about the loss of her father and the profound impact it had on her life. From the raw moments of grief to the unexpected ways it shaped her path forward, Amber shares her journey with honesty, vulnerability, and—of course—humor. This isn't just a story about loss; it's about resilience, healing, and finding your footing when the ground disappears beneath you.Follow your hosts on Instagram for more:🎤 Amber Autry – @amberautrycomedy🧠 Melanie Reese, LMFT – @melaniereeselmft This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

We loved this episode so much that we are re-releasing it for all of our listeners! You can access 16 episodes and counting just like this one by becoming a paid subscriber! In this deeply honest episode, Amber and Melanie crack open the complicated relationships we have with our moms. From laughing about cough-sneezing in public to exploring how childhood wounds show up in adulthood, this conversation gets real. Melanie shares how therapy and psychedelic experiences helped her shift from resentment to empathy, and Amber reflects on what it means to love your mother fully, even after realizing she’s not perfect.We talk emotional connection (or lack thereof), navigating boundaries with toxic or distant parents, and the grief that comes with letting go of the fantasy mom. Whether you have a strained relationship, an idealized one, or you’re somewhere in between, this episode invites you to look at your own “mom stuff” without shame.If you liked this episode, share it with someone who’s got a complicated mom story too.Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and don’t forget to join us on Substack at imfineitsfine.substack.com for bonus content, behind-the-scenes chaos, and more ways to support the show.Follow us on Instagram@imfineitsfinepodcast @amberautrycomedy @traumatherapynashville This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Amber and Melanie dig into the emotional dynamics of relationships, especially when one partner (usually a man) seems emotionally avoidant—or at least a little too chill for comfort. They explore how culture, family systems, gender norms, and trauma responses shape how we show up (or shut down) in relationships. With plenty of laughs, real-life stories, and therapist-backed insights, they ask: What actually creates emotional safety? Why is silence so damn triggering? And can couples truly connect if one person refuses to get reflective? Spoiler: therapy might be involved.Whether you’re the “fixer” who wants your partner in therapy yesterday or the one trying to explain that you’re “just fine,” this episode’s for you.Follow us:@amberautrycomedy | @traumatherapynashville | @imfineitsfinepodcastPromo:Use code IFIF for 40% off at cozyearth.com. Your loungewear should feel like a treat you get to wear after your beauty routine. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we sit down with Shannon Ford Middleton, comedian, influencer, and soon-to-be mom, for a funny and brutally honest conversation about what it means to be seen. We talk about the emotional toll of online hate, navigating snark forums, the identity crisis of being “too much,” and why stand-up comedy feels more vulnerable than anything else. Shannon opens up about bombing in front of friends, and how pregnancy changed the way she speaks to herself. This one is hilarious, real, and deeply affirming for anyone learning to take up space.We’re big fans of sleeping well and not losing our minds, so we’re partnering with Cozy Earth, our go-to for insanely soft loungewear and bedding. Try them risk-free for 100 nights and get 40% off with our code IFIF at CozyEarth.com. Studio pants, we see you.Follow us on Instagram at @imfineitsfinepodcast,Amber at @amberautrycomedy,and Melanie at @traumatherapynashville.Join the conversation and get future episodes sent straight to your inbox:imfineitsfine.substack.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit imfineitsfine.substack.com/subscribe