Why Learners Choose Untrapped Academy
Most learning stops at awareness — ours begins there. Untrapped Academy bridges the gap between knowing and doing, helping you turn self-understanding into confident, consistent action.
Behavioral Psychology, Simplified
We turn behavioral psychology and decision science into short, relatable lessons you can apply immediately — in your relationships, your work, and your daily life.
Designed for Real-Life Change
Each course blends story, science, and reflection, helping you move beyond insight into aligned action — because transformation only happens when learning meets practice.
Transformation at Your Convenience
Shannon D. Smith
I stayed in roles that looked responsible but felt restrictive, and relationships that seemed secure but silenced me.
When I began studying behavioral psychology, adult learning, and emotional regulation, I realized I wasn’t broken — I was conditioned.
That revelation became the foundation of Untrapped Academy: a space where insight becomes freedom and clarity becomes confidence.
Credentials & Education
Grounded in behavioral science, adult learning, and real-world experience.
Certified Professional in Talent Development
A globally recognized credential awarded by the Association for Talent Development (ATD) that validates advanced expertise in the science and practice of adult learning, instructional design, training delivery, and performance improvement.
M.S. Instructional Design & Technology
Graduate degree focused on designing, developing, and evaluating learning experiences that drive behavior change and skill mastery. This foundation informs the evidence-based learning frameworks used throughout Untrapped Academy.