Reading, Massachusetts is a comfortable, walkable suburb about 15 miles north of Boston with a charming downtown, parks, and plenty of local restaurants and coffee spots—ideal for multi-week therapy contracts if you want a quiet, homey base with easy errands and pleasant evenings. The neighborhood feel and outdoor options make it easy to settle in and actually enjoy time off between shifts.
When you want bigger-city activity, Boston’s cultural scene and nightlife are an easy commute, and historic Salem with museums and coastal attractions is also close by.