Shannon Iacobacci
FASD Specialist/Educational Consultant
Embracing The Brain
Shannon Iacobacci, M.S., specializes in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), training parents and professionals on strategies to support individuals with FASD at home, in the classroom, and in the community. She works with parents and organizations at the intersection of brain-based differences, trauma, and special education. She supports families through the IEP process in collaboration with the IEP team to create appropriate accommodations and support across all academic environments and assists IEP teams with the creation of behavior support plans. Shannon specializes in brain-based differences, including prenatal alcohol and substance exposure, traumatic brain injuries, toxic stress exposure, childhood trauma, foster care, and adoption-related issues. Her professional expertise is further informed by her personal, real-world experience as a parent, providing an added layer of compassion, understanding, and practical knowledge to her work with individuals, families, and professionals.