Dr. Yolonda Pawielski, LPC, PhD, Columbia, SC

About Dr. Yolonda Pawielski

Focus areas

Anxiety

Hoarding Disorder

Women's Issues Therapy

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Life Transition

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Compassion Focused

EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Yolonda Pawielski

Yolonda Pawielski, LPC, PhD, helps adults and seniors in South Carolina move beyond emotional roadblocks and build meaningful, balanced lives through compassionate, evidence-based individual therapy. At LifeStance Health, she partners with patients across SC to address anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, offering practical tools and steady support for lasting change. Yolonda's clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and mindfulness to help clients understand patterns, process difficult experiences, and develop healthier coping strategies. She has experience working with First Responders, Military/Veterans, and individuals recovering from head injuries, and she also supports additional populations. Her work is grounded in collaborationâ€”creating a safe, structured space where goals are clear and progress is measurable. While Yolonda treats a broad range of concerns, she does not designate additional specialties beyond her core areas of practice. Her focus remains on delivering high-quality mental health care for adults navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges, along with other emotional stressors that can arise across life stages. Yolonda is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and Licensed Professional Counselor who provides individual therapy for adults ages 18+ through later adulthood. She brings a thoughtful blend of clinical skill and warmth to every session, tailoring treatment to each person's history, strengths, and priorities. Outside of her clinical work, Yolonda enjoys working out, kayaking, and swimming.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Hoarding Disorder

Office location

Dr. Yolonda Pawielski, LPC, PhD also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - South Carolina

115 Atrium Way, Bldg, Columbia, SC 29223

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - South Carolina

Education and training

Liberty University, Master's in Addiction Counseling
New Mexico State University (PhD)
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania (Master's)

NPI number

1437938008

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Yolonda Pawielski?

Generally, Dr. Yolonda Pawielski has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Pawielski's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Yolonda Pawielski accepting new patients?

Dr. Yolonda Pawielski generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Pawielski's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Yolonda Pawielski accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Yolonda Pawielski online?

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What practice does Dr. Yolonda Pawielski work with?

Dr. Yolonda Pawielski works with LifeStance Health - South Carolina.

Where is Dr. Yolonda Pawielski's office located?

Dr. Yolonda Pawielski has 2 office locations in Columbia, view full addresses on Dr. Pawielski's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Yolonda Pawielski?

Dr. Yolonda Pawielski frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Yolonda Pawielski on their profile.