Dr. Bhrett McCabe's Books
Dr. Bhrett McCabe is a renowned clinical and sports psychologist who has guided elite athletes and top business performers to success. Through his books, you’ll learn how to overcome obstacles, transform your mindset, and start winning again—both on and off the field.
Kick Anxiety's Ass
Take Control of the Uncontrollable Force in Your Life
If you’re struggling with anxiety, know that you are not alone. Millions of people live each day with that relentless voice in their heads telling them tomorrow will be hard, that they’re not appreciated, or that they’re doing everything wrong. Anxiety can consume you, control you, and steal your joy—but only if you let it.
The truth is, anxiety never reflects your true abilities or potential.
Kick Anxiety’s Ass is your guide to reclaiming control and mastering both your performance and your life. This book will help you:
- Develop a personalized strategy to combat anxiety in sports, work, and everyday life.
- Equip yourself with practical tools to tame the beast of anxiety.
- Shift your mindset to manage anxiety effectively so it no longer controls your decisions, actions, or happiness.
Living with anxiety doesn’t mean you have to settle for less. You can still achieve success, win championships, and build meaningful relationships. Even if worry, fear, or insecurity feel overwhelming, you can take control back—and when you do, your life transforms.
This book teaches you how to take command of what once felt uncontrollable, giving you the strategies, mindset, and confidence to start winning in life. It’s time to face anxiety head-on—and start Kicking Anxiety’s Ass.
What Readers of Kick Anxiety's Ass Have to Say...
The BEST Guide to Controlling Anxiety
"Dr McCabe wrote this book like he was speaking directly to me. I have dealt with anxiety my entire life - a war fought within my own body and mind - and this book gave me practical tools and guidance on how to harness the 'energy' that is anxiety. Rather than it control me I am learning to control it, harness it, and redirect it. I am a father of 3 and I am encouraging all of my children to read this book and if you’re a parent of an athlete I’d advise read it and read it with them. Wonderfully done."
Matt Mosley
A Roadmap For Taking Control Of Anxiety In YOUR Life!
"I am not sure really I knew what to expect from this book. But Dr. Bhrett did not disappoint. He shares VERY personal stories of his struggles with anxiety - and that he continues to struggle with it. He talks about how he has learned to view Anxiety to see it as a positive force - and also shares stories from many of the athletes he has worked with and how he has helped them view Anxiety in a positive way. A large portion of the book are discussions of ways to cope with and use Anxiety. But my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE CHAPTER of the book is Chapter 18 - The Pathway To Winning - where he highlights what he calls "The 5 A's" - to help readers use anxiety and beat it. I made a notebook - for myself - of things I want to often review to help me get better at "Kicking Anxiety's Ass." Thanks Dr. Bhrett - what a book!!
Anthony
Thanks for Writing This Book!
"I wanted to pass along my thanks for your work and book on anxiety. I didn’t realize I suffered from it (as strange as that sounds). In college, it literally stifled me and I could only perform at a fraction of my ability due to extreme anxiety. I always thought if my technique improved I would not be so nervous. It literally crippled me. I also thought if I had success I would not be so nervous or I could beat it forever. You have given me great insight and as a result I am better able to accept it. It’s an ongoing process but your work has freed me and allowed me to see more of my potential. And have a lot more fun!"
Trent
Real Strategies
"I thought anxiety was something I just had to live with until I read this book. The actionable tools help me manage anxiety in competition and everyday life. I feel stronger, calmer, and in control. Kick Anxiety’s Ass gave me real strategies to stop letting anxiety run my life. This book helped me take back control of my thoughts and my confidence. A must‑read!”
Amber
If You Suffer From Any Level of Anxiety This Book is for You.
"Dr. McCabe continues his legacy of great books. This book is honest and real. He writes from the perspective of some one who faces anxiety everyday in the high performance world of sport and business. He informs the reader of his symptoms and his solutions of how to manage anxiety. The book is very easy to read and has great flow. It is like he is speaking to the reader. The book does not disappoint."
Tom Larocque
Break Free From Suckville
How A Simple Mental Change Will Spark Your Performance
There’s a common myth in the competitive world: if you prepare correctly, you’ll eventually reach your full potential. But why do so many athletes leave competitions frustrated with their performance and regret their effort? The truth is—you will never truly reach your potential. Chasing perfection and consistency can actually destroy your mindset and drain your love for the game.
I call the gap between your potential and the reality of your performance “Suckville”—because falling short, over and over, just sucks.
Every competitor will find themselves stuck in Suckville at some point in their career, when the joy of competition fades and the pressure of expectations feels unbearable. It’s not a question of if, but when.
Break Free from Suckville is a trusted guide for athletes and competitors who find their progress derailed by frustration, self-doubt, and the constant struggle to live up to their perceived potential. This book provides practical strategies to regain control, rebuild confidence, and thrive in the face of competition.
What Readers of Break Free From Suckville Have to Say...
"This book has my name all over it! It’s like you know me and have written it about me. This is the first book I’ve read that explains the truth about getting away from expectations, struggles, frustration and moving forward. At 66, I’m still competitive but need help realizing my best."
Andy Sauls, Coach
"Break Free From Suckville completely changed how I approach competition and performance. This book gave me clarity, confidence, and a real process to break out of the cycle of frustration. I now compete with purpose and enjoy the journey again!"
Ellie, Athlete
"I found the chapter on 'Competitive Personalities' during a ladies golf school and asked the ladies which type they fit into. They all related to a trait and are now excited to purchase the book.I believe you have written a gem."
Steve Patterson, Coach
"This book is a game changer! I thought I knew my potential, but I was stuck in Suckville. This book helped me understand the mental gaps holding me back and gave me tools to bridge them. I’m more focused, disciplined, and confident than ever."
Marcus S., Athlete
The MindSide Manifesto
The Urgency to Create a Competitive Mindset
Life is meant to be lived fully—but too many people let life live them, leaving success just out of reach. True fulfillment and achievement always start in the mind. Your thoughts, feelings, and actions create the habits and pathways that lead to success. Elite competitors know this: they begin with a purpose-driven mental approach so deeply ingrained it becomes their identity—their Manifesto.
The MindSide Manifesto explores the mental barriers that often keep athletes, coaches, and leaders from performing and living at their full potential. By uncovering common traps that limit success and cultivating a focused, driven mindset, you can turn your goals into reality. Only when you fully declare your Manifesto and commit to achieving it can you reach your true potential.
The choice is yours: are you ready to invest in yourself—and your Manifesto?
What Readers of The MindSide Manifesto Have to Say...
“I have read a number of books about the mental side of sports. This is one of the best. Very good details and ideas about how to improve. I plan on rereading it!”
Arelene Yost
“After reading The MindSide Manifesto, I feel more confident, driven, and mentally prepared than ever. It’s a must‑read for athletes, coaches, and anyone committed to reaching their highest potential.”
Bob
“This book clearly lays out a path for anyone to achieve their goals in life. Dr. McCabe’s methods of helping you establish these goals and develop the process to help you achieve them will work for any person. This is not a book just for athletes; anyone desiring to achieve more in their life can benefit from reading this book.”
John Gibbons
“The MindSide Manifesto provides a blueprint that leads to an ultra-sustainable, uber-competitive mindset. A great mix of anecdotes and evidence. It will change any reader’s perspective and get them ready to attack whatever life presents!”
Fox Beyer
The Game Plan
Managing Your Champ and Chump
The Game Plan Workbook is a hands-on training tool packed with practical exercises designed to help you define and achieve your true Manifesto. By exploring your self-image and core desires, this workbook helps crystallize a Manifesto that reflects your strengths, opportunities, and ambitions. While examining your thoughts, feelings, and goals for success isn’t always easy, it’s essential for creating a plan that drives real results.
This workbook is a must-have for athletes, competitors, and high performers who want to elevate their game and perform at their best. It introduces the two sides of confidence—the Champion self (Champ) and the fearful, self-sabotaging self (Chump). By the end of the workbook, you’ll learn to let Champ take the lead and put Chump on the bench.
Lace up, get your eye black on, chalk your hands, and get ready to take on the challenge. With The Game Plan Workbook, you’ll build the mindset, habits, and confidence needed to succeed at the highest level.
What Readers of The Game Plan Have to Say...
“Great read. There are plenty of sports analogies that really helped me discuss this with my teenage son. There are also many business applications. Plan, practice, and execute!”
Joe Hunt
“I used The Game Plan every day for three months, and the results speak for themselves. I’m more disciplined, more intentional, and mentally tougher than ever. Highly recommended!”
Alex P
“In The Game Plan, Dr. Bhrett McCabe offers actionable, effective mental game training that will help all athletes learn, prepare, and perform better.”
John Dunigan
“Dr. Bhrett McCabe has given us a gift with this book. ‘Process vs. results’ is different for everyone, and Dr. McCabe has given us many examples, experiences, and pathways to get there. Definitely, a ‘go-to’ on my bookshelf when I need a second opinion or reference for a client or athlete. A pleasure to read.”
Heather Smuin
Elite Journal
A Systematic Approach to Perform at an Elite Level
Elite performers dedicate significant time to preparing for their next competition, focusing on how they train, recover, and refine their skills to perform at their best when it matters most. The drive for greatness is strongest leading into a competition, and true champions channel that motivation into a consistent process that maximizes their performance.
Exceptional athletes systematically review their practice sessions and competitions, while those who struggle often fail to do so. Critically analyzing your day or event requires discipline and focused attention to identify lessons learned and filter out distractions. Our experience shows that when elite performers regularly review their training and competitions, they reduce the fears, doubts, and insecurities that can undermine confidence.
Allowing emotions to dictate decisions during competition can lead to risky outcomes. Athletes who react emotionally often focus on fixing problems, avoiding difficulty, or overcoming perceived weaknesses rather than executing their game plan. Journaling and active performance review help separate emotion from the reality of performance, creating clarity and control.
The Elite Journal is a visual, interactive tool designed to help athletes understand and track their mental process throughout training and competition. Structured as a day-by-day, three-month plan, the journal allows athletes to focus on specific areas of their game plan, build mental resilience, and enhance consistency. Dr. Bhrett McCabe emphasizes that writing thoughts down brings clarity and intentionality to performance. With The Elite Journal, athletes can monitor their mental growth, refine their strategies, and develop the mindset necessary to excel at the highest level.
What the Readers Had to Say...
“Using a daily journal has always been intimidating because I did not know where to start, what to say, or how to stay organized. Bhrett McCabe’s Elite Journal has given me a solution for that as well as a road map for my entire day and ability to track performance.”
Agent for Professional Athletes
“Bhrett McCabe’s Elite Journal has become an integral tool in my instruction program. I have always included a 'Good-Better-How’ at the end of my student’s practice sessions, but the Elite Journal takes that exercise to a whole new level...An awesome learning tool!”
Chris Wilson, Golf Teaching Professional
“The Elite Journal completely changed how I approach my training. Writing down my daily wins, struggles, and insights helped me see patterns I never noticed before—and my confidence has skyrocketed.”
Jess, Athlete
“As an athlete, tracking my thoughts and mindset every day was a game changer. The Elite Journal helped me turn reflection into progress and build confidence I didn’t even realize I was missing.”
Doug, Athlete
"You hear a lot, stick to the process and the results will come. Journaling and reflection is a huge part of that process. If you don't have a lot of time to sit there and write pages and pages, this is the perfect journal for you. If you want more guidance, read Dr McCabe's book "Break Free from Suckville" and he helps guide you on how to best utilize this journal."
Therese