Dr. George De Leon, a pioneering psychologist and academic, and past Director of Research at Phoenix House, passed away Sept 28, 2026. He is known nationally and internationally for his work to validate the therapeutic community as a respected treatment model for those with substance use disorders. He was also an accomplished tenor sax player whose wide tenor sound was the likes of which you just can’t hear anymore. He is survived by Nancy Jainchill, his wife of forty-three years, his son, Joshua De Leon, his daughter-in-law Giovanna, grandchildren Ariel and Alexa, and nieces and nephews.
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