I’m Thom Qafzezi, the founder and practitioner of Inner Healing Alchemy, where I guide individuals on transformative journeys of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment. With a background in Internal Family Systems (IFS), conscious connected breathwork, integration coaching, and guided journeys in legal retreat settings, my work is rooted in helping others reconnect with their authentic selves. Everything I offer in my practice is IFS-informed and centers around the inner system of parts and the Self of the individual. 

My own healing journey has shaped the way I work with clients. From navigating personal challenges like trauma, societal burdens, and professional and life transitions, I’ve learned the profound value of exploring the inner world with compassion, curiosity, and courage. These experiences have transformed my life and fueled my passion for supporting others in finding their unique path to inner peace and harmony. 

Through Inner Healing Alchemy, I create a safe and supportive space where you can release what no longer serves you, discover your inner wisdom, and embrace the wholeness that has always been within you. 

MORE ABOUT ME

I believe that true healing begins with understanding, self-compassion, and a willingness to look within. My passion for helping others navigate their inner world comes from my own experiences of transformation, where I learned to move through life’s challenges and rediscover my authentic self.

My Story
For much of my life, I carried the weight of self-doubt, limiting beliefs, and unresolved wounds that shaped how I showed up in the world. Growing up, I was raised by my maternal grandparents and estranged from my birth mother. As a teenager, I faced the pain of rejection when I was kicked out of my home for coming out as gay, which led to a period of homelessness and profound uncertainty.

My early struggles with identity were further complicated by the evangelical Christian beliefs I was raised with. I wrestled with the deep conflict between my spirituality and my sexuality, feeling trapped by the doctrines I had been taught. Over time, I shed those layers of indoctrination and discovered a spirituality that felt authentic and freeing, rather than constraining.

From the outside, my life might have later seemed accomplished—I built a successful corporate career, earned professional recognition, and created a thriving business. But internally, I struggled with feelings of not being good enough, imposter syndrome, and the unhealed wounds of my past. These hidden struggles left me drained and disconnected, unsure of how to genuinely embrace and own my achievements or feel at peace within myself.

Through my healing journey, I discovered the power of mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), breathwork, and the intentional use of psychedelics as tools for profound transformation and self-discovery. Reconnecting with my Self—becoming more Self-led—allowed me to create a sense of balance and harmony in my inner system. This alignment with Self enables me to access and embody qualities such as curiosity, compassion, connectedness, confidence, and clarity, which I carry into my personal and professional relationships and business. 

My Approach
Today, I bring this lived experience into my work as a practitioner. I combine my professional expertise with the empathy and insight that only comes from walking this path myself. My coaching approach integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS), Conscious Connected Breathwork, Integration Coaching, and other transformative practices.

Whether you’re seeking to process past traumas, integrate insights from transformative experiences, or find a greater sense of harmony within, I am here to support you. Together, we will explore the parts of your inner system, unburden the wounds they carry, and empower you to lead your life with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

Training and Certifications

I am a strong proponent of continuous learning and am deeply committed to immersing myself in practices and education that enhance my ability to support my clients’ healing and growth. My academic background, specialized trainings, and professional affiliations reflect this dedication to lifelong learning and excellence in my practice.

Academic Background

My academic background provides a strong foundation for my coaching practice, offering a deep understanding of psychology, leadership, and people systems dynamics:

• Bachelors in Health Services Administration – Barry University
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Nova Southeastern University
• Masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology – The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Professional Trainings

• Co-Active Coaches Training – The Coaches Training Institute
• Organizational and Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC) – CRR Global
• IFS Circle – IFS Institute
• IFS Level 1 – IFS Institute
• IFS Level 2 – IFS Institute (to complete March 2024)
• Diversity & Inclusion – Cornell University
• IFS-Informed Psychedelic Assisted Therapy – The Moxie School
• Conscious Connected Breathwork – Gwen Payne, Inspired Sedona
• Supporting Clients’ Psychedelic Journeys Utilizing IFS – IFSCA
• SELF-LED: Exquisite Attunement and Courageous Leadership – IFSCA
• EMBARK Psychedelic Facilitation Foundations – Cybin Inc.
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Certifications

Certified Trauma-Informed Coach – The Centre for Healing

Certified Psychedelic Integration Coach – Psychedelic Coaching Institute

Certified Conscious Connected Breathwork Facilitator – Inspired Sedona

Adult First Aid/CPR/AED – American Red Cross

Professional Affiliations

Associate Member, American Psychological Association (APA)

• Division 13 – Society of Consulting Psychology
• Division 14 – Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP)

Member, International Coach Federation

Professional Member, International Breathwork Foundation