OUR LEADERSHIP
Our team of therapists, medical personnel, and support staff have years of professional experience in treating addictions and other medical and mental health disorders.
Laura Herrmann
MA, CVRC
Partner, Chief Executive Officer
Laura has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare marketing field with over 20 years in the executive level in management, operations, strategy and sales leadership and as a C-Level executive.
Working early in her career with digital and full marketing agencies, she found her passion in healthcare, mainly behavioral health. Laura continued her career when she moved to Denver, and became the Senior Director of Professional Relations, Digital and Product Marketing at Eating Recovery Center and ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders in 2015. She was then brought on as Chief Marketing Officer for Gallus Medical Detox Centers in 2019, growing them into a successful high end, high acuity detox in three locations, and has since opened her own company providing strategic and leadership guidance to numerous companies in the behavioral health space.
With a master’s degree from Tufts School of Medicine and Emerson College in Health Communication, Laura has continued to find excitement and challenge in her chosen field. She serves on the board of LIGHT Movement and is a Core Values Recovery certified Recovery Coach. Please contact her at laura@serenityforlife.com or (303) 434-0602.
LAUREN HUNT
MSN, RN, Caritas Coach
Chief Operating Officer
Lauren earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Colorado College of Nursing, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She also holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialty in Administration. She is a certified Caritas Coach with over a decade of leadership experience in inpatient rehabilitation, including clinical care, quality management, and nursing research. Lauren brings a distinctive blend of strategic insight and heart-centered leadership to her role.
Grounded in Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring, Lauren integrates presence, empathy, and authentic connection into every aspect of her leadership. She is deeply committed to creating a caring-healing environment that supports both clients and staff, emphasizing reflective practice, staff well-being, and holistic, trauma-informed care.
Under Lauren’s guidance, the Serenity for Life team is empowered to deliver care that honors the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—supporting women with compassion and dignity during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.
Dr. Gershom Hernandez
MD, Board Certified Psychiatrist
Medical Director
Dr. Hernandez is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience across the full continuum of behavioral health care, including inpatient, outpatient, and substance use treatment settings. He earned his Doctor of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency training after a strong academic foundation in biological sciences, equipping him with a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to patient care.
Throughout his career, Dr. Hernandez has held multiple senior leadership roles, including serving as Medical Director for both outpatient and higher levels of care such as Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization (PHP) programs. In these roles, he has overseen multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists and nurse practitioners, while driving clinical quality, program development, and patient-centered outcomes.
He has also served in executive medical leadership as a Chief Medical Officer, where he provided both clinical and administrative oversight and led system-wide quality improvement initiatives. In addition to his leadership experience, Dr. Hernandez has worked extensively in high-acuity inpatient settings, managing complex psychiatric cases and collaborating with legal systems to provide expert clinical evaluations when needed.
Dr. Hernandez brings specialized expertise in adult and geriatric psychiatry, medical detoxification, and residential substance use disorder treatment. His approach emphasizes thoughtful diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and continuity of care across all levels of treatment.
CHRYSTINA CROWN
LAC, LPC
Clinical Director
Chrystina is a licensed addiction counselor and licensed professional counselor (LAC, LPC). Her previous experience includes work in residential treatment, correctional settings, and mandated care. She focuses on supporting youth and adults in overcoming emotional and behavioral challenges through trauma-informed care and evidence-based programming.
Her leadership style emphasizes collaborative, supportive, and inclusive therapeutic environments for both staff and clients. In her role as Clinical Director, Chrystina aims to strengthen clinical quality and foster professional growth for staff while always keeping client care at the center.
Chrystina is passionate about empowering women and supporting them in achieving lasting recovery. She is dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment that inspires self-confidence and self-worth and to equipping each client with the clinical skillset needed to sustain meaningful change.
HOPE MANNING
DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Physicians Assistant
Hope graduated from Regis University in 2013 with a B.S. in Biochemistry and completed her Physician Assistant Studies in 2018. She holds a Doctorate of Medical Sciences (DMSc) with an emphasis in psychiatry, a Masters in Medical Science (MMSc), a Certificate in Additional Qualifications in Psychiatry, and has studied Nutritional Psychiatry from Dr. Drew Ramsey and the Integrative Psychiatry Institute.
Her clinical approach is informed by the connection between the mind and body, with an emphasis on nutrition and supplementation combined with medication and therapy. She is committed to providing exceptional care through evidence-based, complementary and integrative interventions. Hope incorporates bloodwork analysis, psychotherapy, and alternative modalities of care to support you on your healing journey.
CATE Gremillion
PHR, SHRM-CP
Director of Human Resources, Payroll, Client Advocate
Cate has a strong background in human resources, office management, and payroll. A graduate of Barnes Business College, she brings over 20 years of HR and payroll expertise to the team. Cate is a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management.
Among her many past achievements, Cate created and implemented the first-ever wellness program for Clear Creek County, Colorado—an initiative that continues to positively impact county employees.
In her current role, Cate serves as the Director of Human Resources, Payroll Coordinator, and Client Advocate. She is passionate about supporting both employees and clients. Cate finds deep fulfillment in fostering a positive work culture and being a trusted resource and advocate for those on the path to recovery.
