About Dr. Bre

About Dr. BRE

Dr. Breanna Naegeli, known to many as Dr. Bre, is a nationally recognized sport and performance psychology expert, elite-level mental performance consultant, and leadership coach with over 17 years of experience helping individuals, teams, and organizations unlock their full potential. With a diverse background as a former collegiate athlete, coach, higher education executive, and published researcher, she blends scientific insight with lived experience to deliver transformational—and sustainable—results for her clients.

Background

A multi-sport athlete from an early age, Dr. Bre excelled in dance, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and softball before competing as a four-year collegiate softball student-athlete. She graduated Summa Cum Laude and went on to coach at the varsity high school and competitive youth levels, specializing in softball and speed and agility training for athletes aged 8–18. These foundational experiences shaped her lifelong passion for developing the whole athlete—mind, body, and character.

Academically, Dr. Bre holds a PhD in Sport & Performance Psychology, a Master of Arts in Sport and Exercise Psychology, a Master of Science in Leadership, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She also holds the Mental Performance Mastery Certificate and is an active member of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). Her rigorous academic training anchors an evidence-based, faith-aligned, and values-driven approach to optimizing performance, resilience, and well-being across both sport and corporate domains.

Professional Experience

In addition to her consulting practice, Dr. Bre brings over 17 years of experience in higher education and more than a decade in executive-level leadership, where she has developed and led large-scale academic programs, strategic initiatives, and professional development experiences for emerging leaders. This deep leadership background complements her sport psychology ventures, equipping her to serve clients who strive for excellence in both athletic and professional arenas.

Since 2012, Dr. Bre has worked with competitive youth athletes, NCAA and pre-professional competitors, professional athletes, athletic administrators, parents, and executive leaders. She holds a deep commitment to understanding high-stakes performance environments—and to helping individuals perform with excellence while maintaining balance, purpose, and joy.

Through her company, Peak Performance Consulting, Dr. Bre delivers high-impact, customized coaching and consulting services that enhance confidence, mental toughness, leadership, and team dynamics.

Recognition

Dr. Bre is a dynamic speaker and mentor who has been featured in leadership programs, athletic organizations, and conferences nationwide. Her most recent accolades include:

2025

ATHENA AWARDS FINALIST

Greater Phoenix Chamber

2023

40 UNDER 40

Phoenix Business Journal

2022

founder’s award

ATHENA Valley of the Sun

2022

rising star award

AZ Big Media

2022

50 MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN IN AZ BUSINESS

AZ Big Media

2021

10 young business leaders to watch

AZ Big Media

2020

athena awards nominee

Greater Phoenix Chamber

2018

athena awards nominee

Greater Phoenix Chamber

Recognized for her innovative thinking, compassionate leadership, and unwavering integrity, Dr. Bre is a servant leader devoted to helping others reach their God-given potential. She is known for her ability to connect deeply, inspire action, and cultivate environments where excellence and empathy coexist. Whether working with elite athletes under pressure or guiding executives through organizational transformation, her approach is grounded in authenticity, trust, and purpose.

personal life

A proud Phoenix native, Dr. Bre resides in Arizona with her husband, Preston, and their three beautiful children—Mila, Liam, and Maddox. When she’s not coaching others to reach their potential, she’s living hers as a mother, mentor, and lifelong learner—committed to serving others with faith, gratitude, and grace.