Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is A. E. Nicholls?
A. E. Nicholls is a paediatric occupational therapist with years of experience working with children, teenagers, and families in her Australian-based practice, OT GO. The books and workbooks published under this name are grounded in evidence-based practice and written in plain, accessible language for parents and young people.
Q: What kinds of books does Akeso Publishing produce?
Akeso Publishing specialises in practical workbooks and guides for parents, children, and teenagers. Topics include executive functioning, screen time management, anxiety, self-regulation, social skills, life skills, and self-confidence — all written from an occupational therapy perspective.
Q: Are the books suitable for children with ADHD or autism?
Yes. While the books are written for all children and teenagers, the strategies and activities are particularly well suited to children with ADHD, autism, sensory processing differences, or other developmental differences.
Q: Can I use these workbooks without a therapist?
Absolutely. The workbooks are designed to be used independently by parents, teenagers, or children with adult support. No professional background is required.
Q: What age groups are the books written for?
The books and workbooks published by Akeso Publishing cover a wide age range. The Executive Functioning Workbook for Kids Ages 4–8 is designed for younger children, while the Ages 7–11 edition bridges primary school years. The teen workbooks — covering executive functioning, anxiety, self-regulation, social skills, and life skills — are written for ages 13–19. The Screen-Smart Parent and Daily Wellness Journal are written for adults and parents.
Q: What is paediatric occupational therapy?
Paediatric occupational therapy supports children and teenagers to develop the skills they need for everyday life — including focus, organisation, emotional regulation, social participation, and independence. A paediatric OT works with children of all abilities, including those with ADHD, autism, sensory processing differences, anxiety, and developmental delays. A. E. Nicholls runs OT GO, a paediatric occupational therapy practice based in Australia.
Q: What makes these books different from other parenting or children's books?
Every title published by Akeso Publishing is written by a practising paediatric occupational therapist with years of clinical experience. The strategies and activities are grounded in evidence from occupational therapy, developmental psychology, and child mental health research — and written in plain, accessible language that parents and young people can actually use. These are practical tools, not theory.
Q: Do I need to see a therapist to use these workbooks?
No. The workbooks are designed to be used independently — by parents supporting their children, or by teenagers working through them on their own. No professional background or clinical experience is required. That said, if you have significant concerns about your child's development or mental health, speaking with a paediatric occupational therapist or psychologist is always a good idea.
Q: Is A. E. Nicholls available for media, speaking, or school presentations?
For media enquiries, speaking requests, or school and community presentations, please get in touch at info@akesopublishing.com
Q: How do I contact Akeso Publishing?
You can reach us at info@akesopublishing.com