Malia Scott

Physician Assistant

Asheville, NC

828-633-6070

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About Malia Scott, PA-C

Malia is passionate about providing compassionate mental health care, particularly for underserved communities. She is passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals and adolescents and understands the importance of creating nuanced, specialized care plans for these groups. Malia believes in listening first, ensuring her patients feel heard and valued as she collaborates with them to develop personalized treatment plans. She prioritizes honesty, clarity, and empathy and is committed to delivering exceptional mental health care across North Carolina. 

Malia resides in Asheville with her husband, John, their dog, Kya, and their cats, Hazel and Binx. She enjoys volunteering with animal organizations, exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains, supporting local businesses, and traveling.

Education & Certifications

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MS) – Milligan University

Conditions Treated

  • ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder)
  • Anxiety
  • Autism spectrum disorder
  • Bipolar disorders
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Gender-affirming mental health care
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Major depressive disorder
  • Mood disorders
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Panic attacks/Disorders
  • Postpartum mental health
  • Psychiatry consultation
  • Sleep problems
  • Stress/Stress management
  • Trauma/PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder)
  • Women's mental health

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna NC
  • BCBS NC
  • Cigna NC
  • Magellan NC
  • Medcost NC
  • UBH NC
  • Humana NC
  • Behavioral Health Systems NC
  • EHN Multistate NC

Don’t see your plan? Call us at 855-501-1004 to see if you are covered.

Insurance plans may vary by location and are subject to change.

Reviews

rp

May 26, 2022

Malia is kind compassionate and listens well.

kw

May 26, 2022

Doctor Scott has been excellent and extremely helpful! She has done a lot to coordinate with me in picking the right medications and accommodating my needs!

RP

September 25, 2021

The whole session was pleasurable

CR

September 16, 2021

Ms. Malia Scott is great at what she does.

KE

September 9, 2021

Dr. Riggins is the best

JC

August 30, 2021

Malia is wonderful!

HE

July 30, 2021

I was very nervous about starting a new medicine and Dr. Scott was really careful to talk through my concerns and help me feel confident about it.

JH

July 14, 2021

Great first session!