Florida's First Choice for Autism Supports

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Nilza Merlim Backes

Nilza Backes is a board-certified music therapist and Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) Fellow, with extensive experience in the clinical application of evidence-based music interventions across neurodevelopmental and rehabilitation settings. Her work is grounded in neuroscience-informed practice, with a focus on supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and communication disorders. 
 
Nilza Backes has developed and implemented music therapy programs that integrate structured clinical protocols, assessment tools, and goal-oriented interventions, with particular expertise in attention, self-regulation, motor coordination, and expressive communication. Her clinical approach emphasizes functional outcomes and the transfer of therapeutic gains into daily life contexts, including home, school, and community environments. 
 
Nilza has led outreach and program development initiatives, including community-based sessions, open workshops, and interdisciplinary collaboration, as well as the creation of clinical documentation systems and evaluation protocols. She is also engaged in professional education and dissemination, contributing to the advancement of music therapy practice through presentations, training materials, and applied clinical research.

Financial Disclosure: Nilza is employed as a Music Therapist at Music Speaks. Conference registration paid. Non-Financial: None to disclose

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January 15, 2027
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